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01-31-2018, 08:58 PM
https://screenrant.com/whedonverse-stars-who-flopped/
While Joss Whedon’s involvement in the DC Extended Universe remains up in the air, his impact on modern television is inarguable. The writer/producer/director has been responsible for some of the most indelible shows of the past couple decades, with hits like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly, and Dollhouse just to name a few.
His ability to mix longform narratives with biting humor is second to none, while his knack for writing quirky yet complex characters has skyrocketed actors as varied as Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nathan Fillion and Seth Green to stardom in the process. For additional success stories, be sure to check out our list of the 22 Whedonverse Actors Who Went on To Other Successful Shows.
Unfortunately, not every cast member in the Whedonverse has been so lucky. For every Gellar or Green, there are a dozen actors whose careers peaked with their beloved arcs and whose prominence in Hollywood waned following their show’s conclusion. Subsequent roles in Whedon projects like The Cabin in the Woods, Much Ado About Nothing and his MCU installments (The Avengers, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) will not be counted, as they were likely the result of previous collaboration. Being a Whedon regular is a great gig if you can get it, but it won’t save you here!
Here are the 15 Whedonverse Stars Whose Careers Ended With Their Show.
While Joss Whedon’s involvement in the DC Extended Universe remains up in the air, his impact on modern television is inarguable. The writer/producer/director has been responsible for some of the most indelible shows of the past couple decades, with hits like Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly, and Dollhouse just to name a few.
His ability to mix longform narratives with biting humor is second to none, while his knack for writing quirky yet complex characters has skyrocketed actors as varied as Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nathan Fillion and Seth Green to stardom in the process. For additional success stories, be sure to check out our list of the 22 Whedonverse Actors Who Went on To Other Successful Shows.
Unfortunately, not every cast member in the Whedonverse has been so lucky. For every Gellar or Green, there are a dozen actors whose careers peaked with their beloved arcs and whose prominence in Hollywood waned following their show’s conclusion. Subsequent roles in Whedon projects like The Cabin in the Woods, Much Ado About Nothing and his MCU installments (The Avengers, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) will not be counted, as they were likely the result of previous collaboration. Being a Whedon regular is a great gig if you can get it, but it won’t save you here!
Here are the 15 Whedonverse Stars Whose Careers Ended With Their Show.