James Marsters, famous for portraying Spike in the iconic series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, hinted at a potential return in the upcoming Hulu series, Buffy: New Sunnydale. Marsters discussed this exciting possibility during Charisma Carpenter's podcast. Although he's recently rewatched the original series to get back into character, he believes it might be a while before viewers see him again, likely not until after the first season's finale. The series is being spearheaded by Sarah Michelle Gellar, who is also looking to incorporate other beloved characters from the original series. However, Marsters emphasized the new Slayer's storyline would need to be established first before old characters are reintroduced.

Will James Marsters reprise his role as Spike in New Sunnydale?

While there is interest in having James Marsters back as Spike, he believes his return will not happen until at least the end of the first season of Buffy: New Sunnydale, as the focus will initially be on the new Slayer and her friends.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer initially debuted in 1997 and quickly became a pop culture phenomenon, receiving acclaim for its writing and innovative blend of horror, humor, and drama. The character of Spike, initially introduced as a villain, became a fan favorite and evolved into a complex anti-hero throughout the series. The upcoming Hulu continuation, Buffy: New Sunnydale, aims to explore a new generation while keeping the original's spirit alive, making the potential return of Spike a thrilling prospect for long-time fans.