Buffy star Sarah Michelle Gellar, who was friends with the late Shannen Doherty for 30 years, has said she would be up for stepping in for the late star in a new sequel to Mallrats. Doherty, also famous for her roles in Charmed and Beverly Hills 90210, died of breast cancer in July after being diagnosed with the disease in 2015.

The 1995 buddy comedy Mallrats has gone on to achieve cult status among fans for its unconventional way of approaching comedy. As such, admirers of the entertainment classic have been gunning for a sequel ever since.

Director Kevin Smith recently shared his idea for a Mallrats sequel, honouring the late Shannen Doherty, who passed away in July after battling breast cancer. Smith suggested that

The fillmaker reveals why his daughter Harley Quinn Smith declined to play him in the new coming-of-age film, and shares his hopes that Sarah Michelle Gellar could fill in for the late Doherty in a new 'Mallrats.

It's a big week for Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. as they're celebrating not one, but two birthdays. The Buffy the Vampire Slayer star, 47, gave fans an extremely rare glimpse of their daughter, Charlotte on Thursday to mark her 15th birthday – and she certainly takes after her mother.

Sarah Michelle Gellar is happy to honor her late friend Shannen Doherty however she can – which may include stepping into a role that Doherty originated in the 1995 cult classic “Mallrats.”

Kevin Smith wants Sarah Michelle Gellar to play Shannen Doherty's role in his 'Mallrats' sequel, which he hopes will be a tribute to the late actress.