Chase Sui Wonders Sinks Her Teeth Into Buffy Reboot Pilot in Mysterious Guest Role

Buffy fans, sharpen your stakes because things just got interesting. Actress and indie darling Chase Sui Wonders has officially joined the cast of the highly anticipated Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot pilot. And no, this is not some blood-sucking fever dream. The Bodies Bodies Bodies star is diving fang-first into the Buffyverse in a guest-starring role that already has fans buzzing louder than a nest of hell-dimension hornets.

So what’s the tea on her character and why should you care? Keep reading, because this reboot is shaping up to be anything but your typical walk through a Sunnydale cemetery.

Who Is Chase Sui Wonders and Why Is She Perfect for the Buffy Reboot?

If you’ve been anywhere near a screen in the last couple of years, you’ve probably seen Chase Sui Wonders making waves. From HBO’s Generation to A24’s Bodies Bodies Bodies, she’s been racking up screen cred with a perfect blend of offbeat charm and Gen Z cool. Her casting in the Buffy reboot pilot is not just a flex — it’s a strategic move that injects serious buzz into the project.

According to Deadline, Wonders will play Shirley, a guest character with a suspiciously undead vibe. Early whispers say Shirley may in fact be a vampire, but producers are keeping things under wraps tighter than Giles’ library schedule.

What We Know About the Buffy Reboot (So Far)

The new Buffy pilot is being developed for Hulu, with fresh faces and a modern spin on the cult classic. While the original series launched Sarah Michelle Gellar to icon status, this reboot aims to reimagine the story for a new generation, complete with updated lore, diverse casting and maybe, just maybe, a few familiar surprises.

Chase Sui Wonders’ involvement suggests the reboot is leaning into smart, edgy storytelling. Her presence alone raises expectations. If she’s just a guest star, what does that say about the caliber of the rest of the cast?

Final Bite

Chase Sui Wonders joining the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot pilot is a signal that this reboot is not playing around. Whether she ends up slaying or getting slain, Wonders is guaranteed to leave an impression. With Hulu backing the project and a fresh creative team breathing new life into the franchise, all signs point to a comeback worth watching.

The reboot’s biggest reveal? Ryan Kiera Armstrong is taking the lead as Nova, a brand new Slayer chosen to carry on the legacy. She’ll be joined by none other than Sarah Michelle Gellar herself, reprising her iconic role as Buffy Summers, this time as a seasoned mentor navigating a new wave of supernatural chaos.

But the stakes keep rising. Merrin Dungey (Alias) has signed on as Ms. LaDuca, a sharp-witted college counselor who may know more than she lets on. Audrey Hsieh (Found) will appear as Keiko, and Audrey Grace Marshall (The Flight Attendant) plays Jessica — two students who may be more involved in the slayer business than their GPA suggests. All three are guest stars with potential to return as recurring, which means we might just be meeting the next Scooby Gang in training.

So, Buffy fans and newcomers alike, keep your eyes peeled. The Hellmouth might just be opening again and Chase Sui Wonders is holding the door.

And in Other Casting News That Has Nothing to Do with Vampires

Over on Fox, comedy legend Paul Reiser is getting back into sitcom mode. He’s co-creating and starring in a new untitled project about a father and son running a "damaged goods" business in New Jersey. He’s writing the pilot with his son, Leon Reiser, alongside The Goldbergs creator Adam F. Goldberg. Honestly, it already sounds like something you'd watch while folding laundry and unexpectedly laugh out loud every five minutes.

Meanwhile, Reasonable Doubt is bringing in Lori Harvey for Season 3. She’ll play Chelsea, a wild card character with a rocky past who’s about to make life way more complicated for Jax. Think messy, unpredictable energy — we’re here for it.

And if you like your comedy a little more existential, John Malkovich is set to guest star in Prodigies, a new Apple TV Plus comedy starring Ayo Edebiri and Will Sharpe as former child prodigies who are now just... adults. It's giving genius burnout with a side of absurdity, and Malkovich is just the cherry on top.

And if supernatural teen drama isn’t your vibe, fear not. There’s plenty of casting tea brewing across TV — from sitcoms about dads and warehouses to psychological courtroom showdowns and brainy adulting comedies. So grab your remote (or stake), because TV is coming back this fall with a vengeance.