Sarah Michelle Gellar made a stunning appearance at the London premiere of Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come on Thursday, held at Cineworld Leicester Square. The actress, now 48, showcased her timeless beauty, seemingly unchanged since her iconic role in Buffy The Vampire Slayer during the late 1990s.
A Glamorous Night at the Cinema
Sarah, who stars in the sequel to Ready Or Not, chose a sophisticated black sleeveless dress for the event. The garment featured a distinctive white collar and a stylish leg split, complemented by a pair of elegant black heels that added height to her frame. In high spirits, she happily engaged with fans, signing autographs as she entered the cinema.
Co-Star Kathryn Newton Steals the Spotlight
Also gracing the premiere was Sarah's co-star Kathryn Newton, who turned heads in a vibrant red turtle neck top paired with a matching mini skirt. The Big Little Lies actress completed her look with sheer tights and red heels, making a bold fashion statement on the red carpet.
Behind the Scenes: Buffy Reboot Cancellation
The glamorous evening was overshadowed by recent news regarding the cancellation of the highly anticipated Buffy The Vampire Slayer reboot. Sarah revealed she was really sad about Hulu's decision to scrap the project, which left her and director Chloe Zhao feeling blindsided.
According to multiple sources, the cancellation was an executive decision made by Craig Erwich, president of Disney Television Group. An insider disclosed that Erwich was not a fan of the original series and frequently expressed his disinterest, ultimately leading to the project's demise. The cast and crew were reportedly devastated and in complete shock by this development.
Hope for the Future?
Despite the setback, there may still be hope for Buffy fans. Sources hint that Sarah Michelle Gellar is exploring options to take the show elsewhere, aiming to deliver the reboot that enthusiasts have awaited for over two decades. However, a statement obtained by People magazine indicates that Disney owns the intellectual property to Buffy: The Vampire Slayer, which could complicate any efforts to shop the project to other networks.
Production Details and Fallout
The reboot had been in development since February 2025, with Gellar set to reprise her role as Buffy Summers in a pilot ordered by Hulu. Chloe Zhao, a self-professed lifelong Buffy fan, was tapped to direct the pilot episode, while Ryan Kiera Armstrong, 16, was chosen to lead as the new vampire slayer.
Sarah received the cancellation news via phone call on March 13, coinciding with the premiere of Ready Or Not 2. She expressed frustration over the timing, noting it occurred during what should have been a celebratory period for Zhao, who was a best director nominee at the Oscars.
In a recent promotion, Craig Erwich now oversees 20th Television and 20th Television Animation, in addition to his roles at ABC Entertainment and Hulu Originals. Insiders describe him as very decisive, even if it means opposing Hulu's wishes, with many believing the reboot would have been a success.
