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Every 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Episode, Ranked By Fans

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Every episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer is included in this comprehensive list, allowing fans to vote and determine their favorites. This ranking isn't based on traditional ratings but rather on fan opinions. Whether an episode made you laugh, cry, or sit on the edge of your seat, your votes shape the order.

From iconic episodes like "Hush" and "The Body" to fan favorites such as "The Zeppo" and "Once More With Feeling," each installment holds a special place in the Buffy universe. The list features photos and episode synopses for those wanting a refresher or deeper understanding.

Explore the full range of Buffy's adventures—from her toughest battles to her most personal moments. Your input will highlight which episodes stand out across the series, showcasing the diverse storytelling and memorable moments that have made Buffy a beloved classic.

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  • Once More, With Feeling
    1

    Once More, With Feeling

    November 06, 2001
    2,751 votes
    • Season: 6
    • Episode Number: 7
    • Series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
    • Episode Name: Once More, With Feeling
    • Episode Description: When a demon compels Buffy and her friends to sing their hearts out, they reveal their most guarded secrets to one another.
  • Hush
    2

    Hush

    December 14, 1999
    2,469 votes
    • Season: 4
    • Episode Number: 10
    • Series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
    • Episode Name: Hush
    • Episode Description: Sunnydale residents lose the power of speech as mysterious creatures search the town for human hearts to steal.
  • The Body
    3

    The Body

    February 27, 2001
    2,274 votes
    • Season: 5
    • Episode Number: 16
    • Series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
    • Episode Name: The Body
    • Episode Description: Buffy is thunderstruck when she finds the body of her dead mother; Dawn and the others are crushed and bewildered by the unexpected loss of a loved one.
  • The Gift
    4

    The Gift

    May 22, 2001
    1,817 votes
    • Season: 5
    • Episode Number: 22
    • Series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
    • Episode Name: The Gift
    • Episode Description: Buffy and the others face down death in an apocalyptic battle against Glory, who is on the verge of using Dawn to unleash hell on Earth.
  • Graduation Day
    5

    Graduation Day

    July 13, 1999
    1,214 votes
    • Season: 3
    • Episode Number: 22
    • Series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
    • Episode Name: Graduation Day
    • Episode Description: Buffy and her friends risk their lives to prevent the mayor's impending transformation into a pure demon.
  • Becoming
    6

    Becoming

    May 19, 1998
    1,818 votes
    • Season: 2
    • Episode Number: 22
    • Series: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
    • Episode Name: Becoming
    • Episode Description: Angel and Drusilla torture an imprisoned Giles; Buffy must prevent the mouth of hell from opening up and swallowing planet Earth.