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The original was posted on /r/television by /u/James-Samuel17 on 2026-06-03 18:58:33+00:00.

I saw a post about which shows did you realize had planned everything from the start and this episode of Buffy is mine. From season 3, it was clear where the show was heading and I'm of the opinion that season 3 and 5 are some of the best television out there. The arrival of Dawn, the foreshadowing, the exploration of Buffy's characterization, the overall themes of the show. I'm still glad we got season 6 because this season was fantastic and allowed me to see myself in Buffy's depression (controversial maybe but Normal Again was fantastic albeit triggering).The series finale is brilliant and emotional for sure but I'd say The Gift is even better. Honestly if the show had ended right here I wouldn't be disappointed. This is as perfect of an ending as you can get. The acting, the music, the dialogue, Spike breaking down... Everything is phenomenal. One of my all-time favorite episodes in TV history.