Spike’s final exchange with Buffy remains one of television’s strongest character moments, bringing his difficult journey from villain to hero to a quietly devastating close.
These six divisive Buffy the Vampire Slayer episodes remain fascinating for their bold storytelling, uncomfortable character choices and lasting influence on genre television.
Three decades after Buffy faced Angelus in the season 2 finale, her one-word answer remains the clearest summary of her courage, resilience and identity.