The Re-Watcher's Council: Buffyverse

Buffy the Vampire Slayer S04E11 “Doomed” Spoiler Review

Buffy and Riley kiss… and then the world literally starts ending. Coincidence? In Sunnydale? Please.

In “Doomed,” our favorite Slayer is not thrilled to learn her new boyfriend is part of a secret military squad, Riley isn’t thrilled to learn Buffy is Buffy, and three doomsday demons just want to vibe at the Hellmouth with some ancient rituals. Giles is stuck babysitting Spike, who is at peak drama. So basically—it’s a very normal day.

🎙 Featuring your Doomed-but-Make-It-Funny Council:

  • Rob “Snark” Clark
  • Fares Muthana

We’re unpacking apocalypse fatigue, trust issues, and the undeniable comedy of Spike trying to fight someone and flopping over like a fainting goat.

💬 Is Buffy being too harsh? Is Riley in over his Iowa corn-fed head? Sound off below.

Adelia Chamberlain is a co-founder, host, producer, and development coordinator for the Let's Get Ready Network. You can find her on Bluesky @schizoaffectiveadelia.com.