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Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1997)

Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a supernatural comedy-drama series released in 1992. The show follows the exploits of Buffy, a woman born into a line of "Slayers" destined to do battle with vampires, demons, and monsters. Aided by her close group of friends and a Watcher who helps her hone her craft, the crew solves mysterious and battles the forces of evil to protect their town - and the world.

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Buffy The Vampire Slayer
Action
Comedy
Drama
Horror
Supernatural

Cast
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, Dan Rubin, David Boreanaz, Seth Green, James Marsters
Release Date
March 10, 1997
Seasons
7
Network
The WB
Writers
Joss Whedon
Directors
Joss Whedon
Showrunner
Joss Whedon
Story By
joss whedon

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