The Vampire Diaries spin-off that follows the Mikaelsons, a family of millennia-old, power-hungry vampires who want to reclaim the city they built, New Orleans, and dominate all those who have wronged them.
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The Vampire Diaries spin-off that follows the Mikaelsons, a family of millennia-old, power-hungry vampires who want to reclaim the city they built, New Orleans, and dominate all those who have wronged them.
Season 1 episodes
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Klaus returns to the French Quarter of New Orleans, a place where he helped build centuries ago. Now he sees that it has been taken over by his former protege Marcel. Camille, a psychology student, doesn't believe in supernatural beings. However, she finds herself drawn to Klaus. Meanwhile, Hayley and Elijah wait to see what Klaus will do next.
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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Michael Narducci, Julie PlecGuest stars Claire Holt, Sebastian Roché, Nathaniel Buzolic, Daniella Pineda, Shannon Kane, Eka Darville, Callard Harris, Malaya Rivera Drew
Rebekah arrives in New Orleans at her brother Elijah's insistence, but, concerned that Klaus is up to no good, she seeks help from a reluctant Sophie. Marcel enlists Davina's help.
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Directed by Brad TurnerWritten by Declan de Barra, Diane Ademu-JohnGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, John Redlinger, Daniella Pineda, Eka Darville, Callard Harris, Alexandra Metz, McCarrie McCausland
Betrayal at the masquerade ball? Klaus and Rebekah come together to attempt to unravel Marcel's empire from within, in spite of Elijah's concerns. They enlist help from Sophie.
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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Ashley Lyle, Bart NickersonGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Daniella Pineda, Shannon Kane, Eka Darville, Callard Harris, Karen Kaia Livers, Alexandra Metz
Determined Rebekah is on a mission to get to the bottom of a recent strange encounter involving Elijah. Davina convinces Marcel to let her attend an annual street music festival.
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Directed by Jesse WarnWritten by Michelle Paradise, Michael NarducciGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Eka Darville, Karen Kaia Livers, Shane Coffey, Todd Stashwick, Andrea Powell
Klaus becomes angry over recent events involving the safety of his unborn baby and demands answers from Sophie. Meanwhile, gruesome remains are discovered in the bayou; and Davina reveals some shocking information about the witches.
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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Julie Plec, Marguerite MacIntyreGuest stars Claire Holt, Shannon Eubanks, Daniella Pineda, Malaya Rivera Drew, Karen Kaia Livers, Todd Stashwick, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Eric Mendenhall
Klaus goes to extreme measures to protect Hayley and their unborn baby when he learns Hayley's life is being threatened. Meanwhile, Cami turns to Father Kieran for guidance. Marcel seeks advice from an old friend. Davina tries to control her magic.
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Directed by Michael A. AllowitzWritten by Diane Ademu-John, Charlie CharbonneauGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Daniella Pineda, Shannon Kane, Callard Harris, Karen Kaia Livers, Todd Stashwick, Luray Cooper
Hayley goes missing after someone from her past makes a startling revelation. Klaus has a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor. Davina makes a surprising connection. Marcel makes Rebekah an enticing offer that leaves her torn.
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Directed by Jeffrey G. HuntWritten by Michael Russo, Michael NarducciGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Shannon Kane, Michael Trevino, Johnny Walter, Tasha Ames
In the war between Klaus and Marcel, Rebecca stands against her own brother Klaus. The chemistry between Elijah and Hayley gets stronger. Klaus accuses his siblings of distrust and betrayal.
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Directed by Jesse WarnWritten by Declan de Barra, Julie PlecGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Eka Darville, Raney Branch, Todd Stashwick, Michael Trevino, Tasha Ames
Klaus tries to get adapted to his new duties as he became the king of the city. He offers Marcel a compromise and he fixes his relationship with his siblings. Davina feels betrayed by Marcel. She finally finds an ally, Cami.
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Directed by Joshua ButlerWritten by Ashley Lyle, Bart NickersonGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Eka Darville, Todd Stashwick, Luray Cooper, Tasha Ames, Lee Spencer, Jesse C. Boyd
Locals prepare to celebrate the annual Casket Girls Festival in the French Quarter. Davina tries to free Cami from Klaus's mind compulsion. Hayley is forced to make a difficult decision after she receives an unexpected phone call.
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Directed by Jesse WarnWritten by Michelle Paradise, Charlie CharbonneauGuest stars Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Lauren Emily Townsend, Daniella Pineda, Shannon Kane, Callard Harris, Shane Coffey, Todd Stashwick
Davina becomes violently ill and the repercussions affect the entire French Quarter. Sophie delivers some startling information about the harvest festival and presents a drastic plan to save Davina. Hayley, racked with guilt, confesses to Elijah about her role in Sophie's plan.
Tension between Marcel and Klaus results in Marcel refusing to help Klaus with a gruesome discovery in the Cauldron. Rebekah revisits her past when she finds the remnants of a sacrifice by the docks - the work of a dangerous warlock she has come across before. Klaus battles, but his opponent has an unfair advantage.
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Directed by Rob HardyWritten by Michael Russo, Michael NarducciGuest stars Claire Holt, Shannon Eubanks, Daniella Pineda, Shannon Kane, Eka Darville, Callard Harris, Raney Branch, Owiso Odera
Marcel and Rebekah fret over whether secrets hidden for nearly a century are about to be exposed. Father Kieran deals with a witch from his past. Hayley and her werewolf clan enjoy a party. Sophie discovers something shocking at the cemetery. Klaus takes some dangerous measures that will affect everybody.
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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Michael Narducci, Julie PlecGuest stars Claire Holt, Nathan Parsons, Shannon Eubanks, Daniella Pineda, Shannon Kane, Eka Darville, Todd Stashwick, Yasmine Al-Bustami
In 1919, Rebekah worked in a sanatorium. She finds herself back there and locked up as a witch who is seeking revenge plans to reveal her darkest secrets. Elijah makes a decision that puts the others in further danger.
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Directed by Matthew HastingsWritten by Ashley Lyle, Bart NickersonGuest stars Claire Holt, Shannon Kane, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Elyse Levesque, Teri Wyble, Jason Vail, J.C. Conway
Rebekah and Marcel have been trying to keep a secret from Klaus which may come to the light as we flashback to 1919. Elijah and Monique bond. Hayley takes Sabine hostage to try and get information on reversing the curse on her clan.
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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Declan de Barra, Diane Ademu-JohnGuest stars Claire Holt, Sebastian Roché, Shannon Eubanks, Shannon Kane, Callard Harris, Raney Branch, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Tasha Ames
Since the original vampires were stuck in the cemetery, Klaus takes any chances to punish his sister with the Original-killer stake.
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Directed by Jesse WarnWritten by Michael NarducciGuest stars Claire Holt, Sebastian Roché, Roman Spink, Todd Stashwick, Elyse Levesque, Aiden Flowers, Callie McClincy, Perry Cox
Genevieve asks Elijah to allow her coven to publicly celebrate a traditional feast day, where members of the community offer the witches gifts in return for blessings. Meanwhile, Elijah makes plans to restore his home to its former glory; and Klaus sends Cary, a werewolf from his own line, to find a missing piece of family history.
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Directed by Leslie LibmanWritten by Michael Russo, Marguerite MacIntyreGuest stars Steven Krueger, Peta Sergeant, Nathan Parsons, Eka Darville, Callard Harris, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Tasha Ames, Jesse C. Boyd
Kieran lashes out unexpectedly after Cami's good intentions don't get her what she expected. Elijah and Klaus can't agree on how to handle the Crescent Wolves. Elijah visits the bayou were he is witness to a explosion that see's hatred between the communities intensify. Hayley learns about her family from Marcel.
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Directed by Kellie CyrusWritten by Ashley Lyle, Bart NickersonGuest stars Steven Krueger, Nathan Parsons, Lyle Brocato, Shannon Eubanks, Eka Darville, Todd Stashwick, Tasha Ames, Elyse Levesque
A surprising enemy is confronted by Hayley. Klaus has some nightmares about his father and is forced to examine his own relationship with his adoptive son.
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Directed by Sylvain WhiteWritten by Carina Adly MacKenzie, Julie PlecGuest stars Peta Sergeant, Sebastian Roché, Todd Stashwick, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Elyse Levesque, Alexa Yeames, Joe Washington
Cami feels threatened, as Marcel rallies an army to take back control of the city.
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Directed by Jeffrey G. HuntWritten by Michael Narducci, Charlie CharbonneauGuest stars Steven Krueger, Peta Sergeant, Sebastian Roché, Nathan Parsons, Eka Darville, Yasmine Al-Bustami, Elyse Levesque, Chase Coleman
Hayley atempts to save her unborn baby from the witches. Francesca meets with Oliver and Jackson to decide the future of the werewolves in New Orleans.
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Directed by Matthew HastingsWritten by Diane Ademu-JohnGuest stars Yusuf Gatewood, Steven Krueger, Claire Holt, Peta Sergeant, Sebastian Roché, Natalie Dreyfuss, Shannon Eubanks, Eka Darville
