From Polygon · Thomas Hindmarch · · 1m 10s
Buffy Should End After Season 5
Buffy the Vampire Slayer would be better as a 5-season show.
In brief
Buffy the Vampire Slayer would be better as a 5-season show. Buffy the Vampire Slayer should end after season 5 to avoid the depressing and underdeveloped seasons 6 and 7. Originally reported by Polygon.
Buffy's Cultural Impact
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003) influenced pop culture, TV tropes, urban fantasy, and modern slang like 'big bad'.
Season 6's Dark Shift
Season 6 featured Buffy depressed, poor decisions, an affair with Spike, and the most destructive sex scene in TV history.
The Trio's Real Threat
Season 6's villains were three misogynistic nerds angry that Buffy was the protagonist and they weren't.
Season 7's Rush to End
Season 7 had only 14 episodes after Sarah Michelle Gellar left the show.
Why Season 5 Ends Best
Season 5 is the best ending for Buffy, with seasons 1-4 required viewing and season 5 the most influential cult show.
The Spuffy Controversy
The 'Spuffy' relationship is popular but toxic for both characters, with fans enjoying the darker tone.
Ending After Season 5
Ending Buffy after season 5 makes it one of TV's best cult shows without the depressing seasons 6 and 7.
The key point
Buffy the Vampire Slayer should end after season 5 to avoid the depressing and underdeveloped seasons 6 and 7.
