The buzz around the upcoming Buffy reboot is reaching fever pitch. With five brand-new cast members officially stepping into the supernatural spotlight, producers are promising a bold, modern revival of the iconic universe first made famous by Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
But despite all the hype surrounding the new generation of slayers and vampires, longtime fans can’t stop asking the same burning question: Is David Boreanaz returning?
Boreanaz, who played the brooding vampire Angel before leading his own spin-off Angel, remains one of the franchise’s most beloved figures. His chemistry, dark charisma, and tortured-hero energy defined an era of supernatural television. For many, a Buffy revival without him feels almost unthinkable.
Producers have remained tight-lipped, neither confirming nor denying a cameo or larger arc. That silence has only fueled speculation. Could a surprise appearance be in the works? Or is the reboot determined to stand entirely on its own?
While the new cast is ready to carve out their place in Sunnydale’s legacy, nostalgia is a powerful force — and fans aren’t ready to let go of the past just yet.
Five new faces may be stepping forward… but all eyes are still searching the shadows for Angel.