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22 Years Later, Buffy Confirms New Angel Series With Epic First Look
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- Cinema Hot Takes
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- May 22, 2026
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- 2151
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Summary
Dynamite Entertainment is revitalizing the Buffyverse by launching a coordinated comic book event featuring a brand-new Angel series alongside a Buffy the Vampire Slayer title. Scheduled for release in 2026, these stories are being spearheaded by acclaimed writer Kelly Thompson, who aims to provide a sophisticated continuation of the original television narratives. The new publication seeks to honor the legacy of the show's 2004 finale while utilizing the unlimited scale of the comic medium to explore themes of redemption and destiny. Through a unified creative vision and atmospheric artwork, the project promises to bridge long-standing plot gaps and modernize the supernatural noir aesthetic for contemporary readers. This initiative represents a significant revival for the franchise, offering fans the interconnected, high-stakes storytelling they have missed for over two decades. This episode includes AI-generated content.