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TV series

Legacies

2018TV-144 seasons8.4 / 10

Heroes. Villains. Whatever.

In a place where young witches, vampires, and werewolves are nurtured to be their best selves in spite of their worst impulses, Klaus Mikaelson’s daughter, 17-year-old Hope Mikaelson, Alaric Saltzman’s twins, Lizzie and Josie Saltzman, among others, come of age into heroes and villains at The Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted.

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Checked Jul 22, 2026

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Synopsis

In a place where young witches, vampires, and werewolves are nurtured to be their best selves in spite of their worst impulses, Klaus Mikaelson’s daughter, 17-year-old Hope Mikaelson, Alaric Saltzman’s twins, Lizzie and Josie Saltzman, among others, come of age into heroes and villains at The Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted.

Season 1 episodes

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Episode 1

This Is the Part Where You Run

43m6.4 / 10

Under the guidance of headmaster Alaric Saltzman, the next generation of supernatural beings at The Salvatore Boarding School for the Young and Gifted — including tri-brid Hope Mikaelson, Alaric’s twins Lizzie and Josie, high-energy vampire MG, newly-triggered werewolf Rafael and the mysterious Landon — come of age in the most unconventional way possible, nurtured to be their best selves...in spite of their worst impulses.

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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Julie PlecGuest stars Zach Roerig, Lulu Antariksa, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode 2

Some People Just Want to Watch the World Burn

43m7.1 / 10

Alaric, Hope and Rafael hit the road in search of Landon, who’s sudden disappearance has raised some suspicion. Meanwhile, during an annual flag football game against Mystic Falls High, Lizzie and Josie’s plan to stay under the radar quickly gets derailed after Penelope gets involved.

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Directed by Michael A. AllowitzWritten by Brett Matthews, Julie PlecGuest stars Chris Lee, Lauren Ridloff, Lulu Antariksa, Karen David, Demetrius Bridges, Sam Ashby

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Episode 3

We're Being Punked, Pedro

43m7.6 / 10

As punishment for breaking the rules, Hope, Lizzie, Josie and MG are forced to participate in a community service project in the Mystic Falls town square. Meanwhile, Landon and Rafael’s attempt at a carefree life on the road takes a dangerous turn when they become unsuspecting targets. Finally, Alaric realizes that keeping secrets from his students may be causing more harm than good.

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Directed by Carol BankerWritten by Julie Plec, Sherman PayneGuest stars Chris Lee, Steven R. McQueen, Karen David, Demetrius Bridges, Sam Ashby

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Episode 4

Hope Is Not the Goal

43m7.7 / 10

When two local students go missing, Alaric sends Hope, Lizzie, MG and Landon to Mystic Falls High to investigate. Meanwhile, as Josie helps Rafael adjust to his new life at the school, his reluctance to follow the wolf pack’s rules puts a target on his back. Lastly, an unsettling discovery puts Alaric and Sheriff Donovan at odds with one another.

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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Bryce Ahart, Stephanie McFarlane, Brett MathewsGuest stars Chris Lee, Ben Levin, Zach Roerig, Demetrius Bridges, Sam Ashby, Laken Giles

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Episode 5

Malivore

43m7.4 / 10

Tensions rise among the students after Alaric decides to give the students a bigger voice by forming an honor council. Determined to find out more about Landon’s past, Hope does a series of magical tests on him. Meanwhile, Alaric and Dorian take on the next creature to try and find out what they want and where they are coming from.

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Directed by Mike KarasickWritten by Thomas Brandon, Penny CoxGuest stars Chris Lee, Ben Levin, Amy Manson, Andreas Damm, Lulu Antariksa, Karen David, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode 6

Mombie Dearest

43m7.3 / 10

As Lizzie and Josie prepare for their long awaited sweet sixteen party, Alaric finds himself preoccupied with the latest supernatural arrival – one that hits a little too close to home. Elsewhere, Penelope’s latest plan gives MG one last shot at impressing Lizzie on her big day, while an unexpected betrayal causes tensions to boil over between Hope and Rafael.

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Directed by Geoff Wing ShotzWritten by Marguerite MacIntyreGuest stars Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Lulu Antariksa, Karen David, Ben Geurens, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode 7

Death Keeps Knocking On My Door

43m7.2 / 10

As Hope hit the books to learn more about the latest creature to arrive to the school, things take a dark and twisted turn leaving her to confront one of her darkest fears. Meanwhile, Alaric attempts to help Rafael cope after his past comes back to haunt him.

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Directed by Angela BarnesWritten by Julie PlecGuest stars Chris Lee, Erinn Westbrook, Ben Geurens, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode 8

Maybe I Should Start From the End

43m8.8 / 10

After discovering that Landon is in trouble, Hope and Alaric set out in search for him. Along the way, they uncover some startling information about Landon’s past.

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Directed by Nathan HopeWritten by Brett MatthewsGuest stars Ayelet Zurer, Nick Fink

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Episode 9

What Was Hope Doing in Your Dreams?

43m8.3 / 10

During a stressful week of exams, Hope, Rafael, Landon and MG’s attempts to study get thwarted by the arrival of a new monster who feeds off their worst fears. Meanwhile, Hope struggles with a secret she’s been keeping from Landon.

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Directed by Darren GrantWritten by Penny CoxGuest stars Chris Lee, Douglas Tait, Fray Forde, Nick Fink

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Episode 10

There's a World Where Your Dreams Come True

43m8.3 / 10

Following a stay in Europe with her mother, Lizzie returns to Mystic Falls and comes face to face with someone who could make all her wishes come true – including making Hope Mikaelson disappear.

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Directed by John HyamsWritten by Brett Matthews, Josh SchaerGuest stars Chris Lee, Ben Levin, Lulu Antariksa, Riann Steele

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Episode 11

We're Gonna Need A Spotlight

43m7.5 / 10

When Alaric decides to postpone the school’s annual talent show, Lizzie and Josie are determined to make sure the show goes on. Meanwhile, tensions arise when the students face a creature that lowers their inhibitions. Lastly, Alaric decides to play hooky with Emma

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Directed by Barbara BrownWritten by Thomas Brandon, Penny CoxGuest stars Chris Lee, Lulu Antariksa, Karen David, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode 12

There's a Mummy on Main Street

43m7.5 / 10

When the urn goes missing, Alaric, Hope, Josie, Lizzie, Kaleb, Dorian and Emma hit the road to locate the artifact before the next Malivore creature arrives. Meanwhile, Lizzie takes aim at Hope for all the past spring breaks she’s ruined. Finally, the group bands together when a town-wide quarantine threatens to expose their supernatural identities.

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Directed by Julie PlecWritten by Marguerite MacIntyre, Sherman PayneGuest stars Chris Lee, Karen David, Nick Fink, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode 13

The Boy Who Still Has a Lot of Good to Do

43m7.5 / 10

When a spontaneous road trip to visit MG’s parents leaves him and Landon missing, and a distressed Rafael with no memory of what happened, Hope, Alaric and Kaleb set out to find them before it’s too late.

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Directed by Paul WesleyWritten by Bryce Ahart, Stephanie McFarlane, Mark Ryan WalbergGuest stars Chris Lee, Christopher B. Duncan, Erica Ash, Karen David

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Episode 14

Let's Just Finish the Dance

43m7.5 / 10

As the Salvatore School prepares to host the Miss Mystic Falls pageant, Hope secretly deals with a recent trauma that’s causing her magic to go on the fritz. Meanwhile, the unexpected arrival of Roman, a boy from Hope’s past, causes Landon to be on alert. Elsewhere, MG struggles with the fallout from his recent actions, while Josie’s secret desire to win Miss Mystic Falls takes a backseat to Lizzie’s plan for the pageant.

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Directed by Geoff Wing ShotzWritten by Sherman PayneGuest stars Lulu Antariksa, Jedidiah Goodacre, Joi Liaye, Erica Ash, Avery Joy Davis, Nick Fink

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Episode 15

I’ll Tell You a Story

43m7.5 / 10

When the fallout of Hope’s actions leaves her and Landon on the outs, she turns to Lizzie for help making things right. Meanwhile, Landon uncovers secrets about his past, while Josie looks into a secret that Alaric has been keeping.

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Directed by Tony SolomonsWritten by Thomas BrandonGuest stars Ben Levin, Jedidiah Goodacre, Rodney Rowland, Erica Ash, Karen David, Nick Fink, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode 16

There's Always a Loophole

43m6.3 / 10finale

When a group of unwelcome visitors descends upon The Salvatore School, Hope leads the charge to keep her friends safe. Meanwhile, MG uncovers a secret about his mother and Josie finds herself in a dire situation.

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Directed by Mary Lou BelliWritten by Brett MatthewsGuest stars Chris Lee, Ben Levin, Rodney Rowland, Joi Liaye, Erica Ash, Nick Fink, Demetrius Bridges

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Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026

More about Legacies

Cast

Danielle Rose RussellHope Mikaelson
Aria ShahghasemiLandon Kirby
Matthew DavisAlaric Saltzman
Jenny BoydLizzie Saltzman
Kaylee KaneshiroJosie Saltzman
Quincy FouseMilton "MG" Greasley
Chris LeeKaleb Hawkins
Ben LevinJed Tien

Credits

Created by
Julie Plec
Written by
Brett Matthews, Thomas Brandon, Julie Plec

Production details

Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
68
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • The CWUnited States
  • Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
  • Alloy EntertainmentUnited States
  • CBS StudiosUnited States
  • My So-Called CompanyUnited States

Themes

admiringamusedbitingcalmjoyfulspin offsupernaturalvampire