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The Vampire Diaries

2009TV-148 seasons8.3 / 10

You remember your first kiss forever... and ever.

The story of two vampire brothers obsessed with the same girl, who bears a striking resemblance to the beautiful but ruthless vampire they knew and loved in 1864.

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Synopsis

The story of two vampire brothers obsessed with the same girl, who bears a striking resemblance to the beautiful but ruthless vampire they knew and loved in 1864.

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Episode 1

I'll Remember

43m8.1 / 10

After spending the past four months coping with the loss of Damon in an unconventional and potentially dangerous way, Elena has returned to Whitmore College for the start of sophomore year. Unable to move on, Caroline is desperate to find a way to reverse the anti-magic spell the Travelers have put over Mystic Falls and grows frustrated when her calls to Stefan go unanswered. Tyler, who is human once again, has a run-in at a football tailgate that tests his ability to control his anger, while Matt worries that Jeremy is dealing with the loss of Bonnie in a self-destructive way. Alaric, who is struggling to adjust to his new life as a vampire, finds himself in an awkward situation when he meets Jo, a beautiful doctor at the university hospital. Last, while everyone believes Stefan is off tracking a lead to get Damon and Bonnie back, Elena is shocked when she learns the truth of what he has really been up to.

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Directed by Jeffrey G. HuntWritten by Caroline DriesGuest stars Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Gabrielle Walsh, Marguerite MacIntyre, Chris Brochu, Penelope Mitchell, Nyell Segura, Colin Ferguson, Emily C. Chang

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Episode 2

Yellow Ledbetter

43m6.9 / 10

Knowing she needs to come to terms with the loss of Damon, Elena turns to Alaric to help her move on with her life. Enzo convinces Caroline to join him as he tracks down a lead to get Damon and Bonnie back, but Caroline is shocked when they make an unexpected detour and uncover what Stefan has been up to. Meanwhile, Matt worries about Jeremy who is spending time with Sarah, a mysterious girl who has recently arrived in Mystic Falls. Elsewhere, Tripp, leader of the community protection program, makes an interesting confession to Matt about his connection to the town. Lastly, with the Other Side destroyed and gone for good, Damon and Bonnie reluctantly band together to uncover the mystery of where they are and how they are going to get back home.

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Directed by Pascal VerschoorisWritten by Julie PlecGuest stars Gabrielle Walsh, Colin Ferguson, Emily C. Chang, Salina Sherwood

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Episode 3

Welcome to Paradise

43m8.2 / 10

In an attempt to bring some fun back into their lives, Elena persuades Caroline to meet her at the swimming hole where she plans to introduce her to Liam. Tyler, still working on controlling his anger issues, asks Liv for a favor and is surprised when she makes an unexpected confession. Stefan arrives back in Mystic Falls looking for Enzo and is caught off guard when he notices a strange change in Elena. Meanwhile, at the lake, Enzo’s actions cause Matt to make a startling revelation, and Jeremy makes a discovery about the anti-magic spell that could potentially put Elena’s life in danger. Elsewhere, Damon and Bonnie stumble upon clues that lead them to believe they’re not alone.

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Directed by Michael A. AllowitzGuest stars Chris Wood, Gabrielle Walsh, Chris Brochu, Penelope Mitchell, Colin Ferguson, Emily C. Chang, Marco James, Jayson Warner Smith

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Episode 4

Black Hole Sun

43m8.1 / 10

When Damon and Bonnie realize that uncovering a time in Damon’s past may provide clues to finding their way home, Damon is forced to relive one of the worst days of his life. After an awkward run-in with Jo at the hospital, Alaric steps in to help Jeremy get his life together and cope with the loss of Bonnie. Elsewhere, Stefan attempts to show Elena what it’s like to start over and create a new identity, while an unsuspecting Matt finds himself in a disturbing situation when Tripp lets him in on a dark secret. Lastly, Stefan, who is desperate to regain some normalcy in his life, is stunned when an unexpected visitor shows up.

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Directed by Kellie CyrusWritten by Brian YoungGuest stars Chris Wood, Brody Wellmaker, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Gabrielle Walsh, Chris William Martin, Marguerite MacIntyre, Jason MacDonald, Colin Ferguson

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Episode 5

The World Has Turned and Left Me Here

43m8.8 / 10

With Homecoming around the corner, Elena invites Liam to attend a party at the corn maze with her. Instead of attending the homecoming festivities, Caroline is preoccupied after Stefan shows up unexpectedly and needs her help cleaning up a mess created by Enzo. Heeding Elena’s advice to be more social, Alaric reluctantly attends the party, but a devastating accident quickly leaves him and Jo rushing to save lives. Elsewhere, Tyler finds himself in a dangerous position when his werewolf curse is put to the test, and an emotionally embattled Stefan comes clean to Caroline about his intent to move on from Mystic Falls. Lastly, Damon and Bonnie make an important discovery that affects their quest to get back home.

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Directed by Leslie LibmanWritten by Brett MatthewsGuest stars Chris Wood, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Penelope Mitchell, Colin Ferguson, Emily C. Chang, Marco James, Darrell L. Shuler

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Episode 6

The More You Ignore Me, The Closer I Get

43m7.5 / 10

When Alaric realizes that Jo can’t be compelled, he asks Elena to do some digging into her background. After learning that Enzo has been captured by Tripp, Caroline teams up with Matt and Stefan to rescue him before Tripp learns their true identities. Armed with some new information about her past, Sarah breaks into Tripp’s office and is surprised when she finds Matt there, doing some investigating of his own. Meanwhile, Elena is forced to deal with the consequences of her actions, and Jeremy hits rock bottom, lashing out in a destructive way. Lastly, Damon is determined to take matters into his own hands when he receives some upsetting news.

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Directed by Garreth StoverWritten by Chad Fiveash, James Patrick StoterauxGuest stars Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Gabrielle Walsh, Colin Ferguson, Emily C. Chang

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Episode 7

Do You Remember the First Time?

43m8.4 / 10

When the past comes back to haunt her, Elena is forced to face her problems head on. After a night out at the annual Whitmore Medical Center Fundraiser, Jo opens up to Alaric about her own tragic past. Meanwhile, Stefan, Matt and Enzo resort to extreme measures when Tripp withholds information about his vampire-killing operation, and Caroline is in a race against the clock when Sheriff Forbes gets caught in the middle of a dangerous plan. Elsewhere, Tyler and Liv grow closer, and Damon stumbles upon a startling clue that renews his hope.

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Directed by Darren GenetWritten by Rebecca SonnenshineGuest stars Chris Wood, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Marguerite MacIntyre, Chris Brochu, Penelope Mitchell, Colin Ferguson, Marco James

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Episode 8

Fade Into You

43m8.8 / 10

As Caroline and Elena prepare to host Friendsgiving at the dorm, they receive some hopeful news from Alaric and Stefan, who have traveled to Portland to gather some information regarding the Gemini Coven. Tyler is determined to help Liv after she and Luke reveal some disturbing information about their witch lineage and the impending plans their coven has for them. Meanwhile, dinner takes a drastic turn when Jo, who has revealed some painful details about her past, finds herself fighting for her life, leaving Alaric scrambling to help from a distance. Finally, Kai makes a dangerous discovery that brings him one step closer to his release.

Episode credits

Directed by Joshua ButlerWritten by John Herrera, Nina FioreGuest stars Chris Wood, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Kimberly Leemans, Chris Brochu, Penelope Mitchell, Marco James, Christopher Cousins, Bella Lotz

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Episode 9

I Alone

43m8.3 / 10

Damon finds himself in hot water after he carries out a plan that requires Alaric’s unwilling participation. When Elena shares some hopeful news with Jeremy about Bonnie, she is caught off guard by his reaction. Liv helps Damon and Elena with their plan to get Bonnie back, but when things take an unexpected turn, she’s left with a difficult choice to make. Elsewhere, Matt takes matters into his own hands when Enzo’s actions cross the line, and Kai’s existence continues to be a dangerous threat.

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Directed by Kellie CyrusWritten by Brian Young, Holly BrixGuest stars Chris Wood, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Gabrielle Walsh, Penelope Mitchell, Dominick Vicchiullo

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Episode 10

Christmas Through Your Eyes

42m7.9 / 10mid season

With the holidays approaching, Bonnie attempts to replicate her favorite traditions, while reminiscing about happier times with her friends. Not able to return home to Mystic Falls for her favorite time of the year, Caroline is surprised when Sheriff Forbes brings the holidays to her at Whitmore College. Meanwhile, after discovering that Jo has gone missing, Alaric turns to Damon and Elena for help, while Liv and Luke find themselves at odds when Tyler approaches them with a risky plan. Elsewhere, Jeremy helps Matt carry out a plan to take down Enzo but grows concerned when Matt takes things too far. Lastly, Stefan is forced to break some devastating news to Caroline.

Episode credits

Directed by Michael A. AllowitzWritten by Caroline DriesGuest stars Chris Wood, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Marguerite MacIntyre, Chris Brochu, Penelope Mitchell, David An, Pam Smith, Carina Worm

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Episode 11

Woke Up With a Monster

43m8.3 / 10

More powerful than ever, Kai holds Elena captive while he learns to control his newly acquired magic. At the Salvatore mansion, Liv and Alaric try to prepare Jo for the impending merge ceremony with Kai, but they quickly realize Jo is weaker than they thought. After bringing Sheriff Forbes home from the hospital, Caroline travels with Stefan to North Carolina in search of a cure for her mother's cancer. Meanwhile, Stefan, who has his own intentions for traveling to North Carolina, is caught off guard when Enzo shows up demanding to know what Stefan is hiding. Lastly, when Damon discovers Elena has been kidnapped by Kai, he is forced to rethink his strategy after an unexpected visitor throws a wrench into his plan.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul WesleyWritten by Melinda Hsu TaylorGuest stars Chris Wood, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Tristin Mays, Marguerite MacIntyre, Chris Brochu, Penelope Mitchell, Karen Abercrombie, Yvonne Angulo

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Episode 12

Prayer for the Dying

43m8.6 / 10

When Liv and Luke’s father arrives to town to celebrate their birthday, they try and convince him to let Jo and Kai take their place in the merge ceremony. After Tyler finds out that the merge is happening sooner than he expected, he urges Liv to let him talk to her father. Meanwhile, after Caroline’s plan to cure her mother takes an unexpected and devastating turn, Elena, Stefan and Damon gather at the hospital, while Jo attempts to save Sheriff Forbes’ life. Lastly, with the merge set to take place, Damon’s risky plan quickly sends things spiraling out of control, forcing one of the twins to take matters into their own hands.

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Directed by Jeffrey G. HuntWritten by Brett Matthews, Rebecca SonnenshineGuest stars Chris Wood, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Marguerite MacIntyre, Chris Brochu, Penelope Mitchell, Christopher Cousins, Keith Arthur Bolden

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Episode 13

The Day I Tried to Live

43m7.8 / 10

Determined to celebrate Bonnie’s birthday, Elena convinces Jeremy that it’s what Bonnie would have wanted. After piecing the broken ascendant back together, Elena, Jeremy and Damon attempt to send Bonnie a message, but the situation turns dire when they make an unsettling discovery. Meanwhile, after uncovering Stefan’s secret about his great-niece Sarah Salvatore, Enzo enlists a reluctant Matt to help interfere with her life. Elsewhere, Stefan keeps a close eye on Caroline as she unconventionally attempts to cope with everything going on around her. Lastly, realizing it might be time to move on with his life, Jeremy contemplates leaving Mystic Falls for good.

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Directed by Pascal VerschoorisWritten by Chad FiveashGuest stars Chris Wood, Tristin Mays, Penelope Mitchell

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Episode 14

Stay

43m8.2 / 10

It’s Jeremy’s last day in Mystic Falls and Elena puts on a brave face as they reminisce about their past. Stefan and Caroline find themselves growing closer as they prepare Caroline’s family cabin for her mother to live out her final days. While packing up her office, Sheriff Forbes turns to Damon for help solving one of her remaining open cases involving Elena’s parents. Elsewhere, when a violent confrontation with Enzo leaves Jeremy wondering whether he should leave or not, Matt finds his own life on the line after Enzo lures him and Sarah Salvatore into his dangerous plan. Lastly, Caroline rushes to the hospital after learning her mother has taken a turn for the worse.

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Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Brian Young, Caroline DriesGuest stars Tristin Mays, Marguerite MacIntyre, Erin Beute, Mckenna Grace, Barry Kennedy Jr., Dan Bright

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Episode 15

Let Her Go

43m8.4 / 10

After assigning tasks to each of her friends, Caroline attempts to deal with her current situation as reality begins to set in around her. While spending the day with Caroline, Elena grows concerned when she starts noticing a strange change in her behavior. Meanwhile, Alaric becomes wary when Kai, who has begun experiencing unexpected consequences from the merge, turns to Jo, desperate for her help. Elsewhere, while Bonnie finds herself in an unfamiliar situation, Matt and Tyler contemplate a major life change. And when Damon offers Caroline advice on how to cope with everything going on around her, it forces him to revisit painful memories involving his own mother.

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Directed by Julie PlecWritten by Julie PlecGuest stars Chris Wood, Annie Wersching, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Marguerite MacIntyre, Mckenna Grace, Brad Sanders

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Episode 16

The Downward Spiral

43m8.4 / 10

After shutting off her humanity following the death of her mother, Caroline gives her friends an unexpected ultimatum. Not knowing how to handle the new Caroline, Stefan’s attempt to intervene sets off a dangerous chain of events, leaving him and Elena in a race against the clock. Meanwhile, after seeking answers from Kai about the prison world, Damon’s world is turned upside when he learns some devastating news about his mother Lily. Elsewhere, Enzo finds himself becoming increasingly intrigued by Sarah Salvatore, and Bonnie begins to struggle with the effects of being back in the real world.

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Directed by Ian SomerhalderWritten by Brian Young, Caroline DriesGuest stars Chris Wood, Tristin Mays, Marco James, Lane Miller, Jeremy Turner-Welch

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Episode 17

A Bird in a Gilded Cage

43m7.4 / 10

With the help of Bonnie and Kai, Damon and Elena set forth a plan to rescue Damon's mother Lily, who is trapped in the 1903 prison world. Meanwhile, when Caroline's plan for Stefan backfires, she is left to pick up the pieces. Elsewhere, back at Whitmore College, Enzo and Alaric's attempt to reel Caroline back in doesn't quite go as planned when they realize they're outmaneuvered. Lastly, an unexpected gift from Bonnie leaves Damon shaken to his core.

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Directed by Joshua ButlerWritten by Neil ReynoldsGuest stars Chris Wood, Annie Wersching, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Tristin Mays, Amber Watson

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Episode 18

I Never Could Love Like That

43m8.1 / 10

With their humanity turned off, Stefan and Caroline begin wreaking havoc at Whitmore, leaving Damon to come up with a risky plan involving Lily. After rushing to help Jo treat victims of Stefan and Caroline’s latest killing spree, Elena discovers Jo is pregnant, prompting her to reevaluate her own life as a vampire. Meanwhile, when Sarah boldly turns the tables on an unsuspecting Enzo, he is forced to open up about his tragic past. Lastly, at Scull Bar, a twisted round of karaoke leaves Tyler and Matt in a dangerous situation.

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Directed by Leslie LibmanWritten by Chad Fiveash, James Patrick StoterauxGuest stars Annie Wersching, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Tristin Mays, Bryan Murphy, Lane Miller, Gabrielle Byndloss

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Episode 19

Because

43m8.0 / 10

Wrestling with whether or not to tell Elena about the cure, Damon brings up their future together and what life would be like if they weren’t vampires. Meanwhile, it’s all hands on deck when attempts to stop a humanity-free Caroline doesn’t go as planned. Elsewhere, when Bonnie discovers that Damon has betrayed her trust, she takes matters into her own hands, setting off a chain of events that leaves Damon dealing with the fallout. Lastly, after being forced to face his traumatic past, Enzo sets out for answers and is surprised when he learns the truth about the day he was turned into a vampire.

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Directed by Geoff Wing ShotzWritten by Melinda Hsu TaylorGuest stars Annie Wersching, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Marguerite MacIntyre

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Episode 20

I'd Leave My Happy Home for You

43m8.2 / 10

As Alaric and Jo reluctantly participate in their bachelor and bachelorette parties, Damon and Elena discuss the ramifications from an impulsive offer that Damon makes. Unsure of what to do, Elena turns to Bonnie and Jo for advice, but is left conflicted when Bonnie raises some unanticipated concerns. When Enzo realizes Lily is on a dangerous downward spiral, he asks Stefan to help intervene before it’s too late. Lastly, fed up with the supernatural threats that plague their town, Matt takes his frustrations out on Tyler, while Alaric considers a life-changing piece of advice.

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Directed by Jesse WarnWritten by Brett Matthews, Rebecca SonnenshineGuest stars Chris Wood, Annie Wersching, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Anthony Dalton

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Episode 21

I'll Wed You in the Golden Summertime

43m8.7 / 10

It's Alaric and Jo's wedding day and Elena and Bonnie do their best to help a stressed out Jo with the last minute preparations. After uncovering some life-changing news that Damon has been keeping from him, Stefan takes his brother on a road trip to give him some perspective on his future with Elena. Elsewhere, when Caroline returns to Mystic Falls after dealing with the fallout of her humanity-free rampage, she begins making amends with her friends and comes to a realization about her and Stefan's prospects of being together. Finally, when Bonnie begins having vivid nightmares that Lily is coming after her, she enlists Matt's help in taking Lily down.

Episode credits

Directed by Michael A. AllowitzWritten by Brian YoungGuest stars Chris Wood, Annie Wersching, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Penelope Mitchell, Christopher Cousins, Lisa Stewart, Robert Yatta, Andrea Frye

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Episode 22

I'm Thinking of You All the While

43m9.0 / 10finale

In the aftermath of Alaric and Jo’s powerful nuptials, things take a dramatic turn when an uninvited guest shows up, leaving Elena in terrible jeopardy. Despite Matt’s advice to leave town to protect herself, a defiant Bonnie takes matters into her own hands after finding herself on the receiving end of a twisted plan. As Stefan and Caroline reach an emotional crossroad in their relationship, a reunion with Liv leaves Tyler faced with a decision that could change his life forever. Meanwhile, Lily's reckless actions cause Stefan to realize the lengths to which his mother will go to reunite with her “family.” Finally, after a devastating chain of events, Damon is forced to make the most difficult decision of his life.

Episode credits

Directed by Chris GrismerWritten by Caroline Dries, Julie PlecGuest stars Chris Wood, Annie Wersching, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Penelope Mitchell, Christopher Cousins, Andrene Ward-Hammond, Karen Tiegren

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Cast

Nina DobrevElena Gilbert / Katherine Pierce
Paul WesleyStefan Salvatore
Ian SomerhalderDamon Salvatore
Steven R. McQueenJeremy Gilbert
Sara CanningJenna Sommers
Kat GrahamBonnie Bennett
Candice KingCaroline Forbes
Zach RoerigMatt Donovan

Credits

Created by
Julie Plec, Kevin Williamson

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
171
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • The CWUnited States
  • Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
  • Alloy EntertainmentUnited States
  • Outerbanks EntertainmentUnited States
  • Bonanza ProductionsUnited States
  • CBS StudiosUnited States

Themes

based on novel or bookbased on young adult noveldoppelgängereternal loveeternal youthinterspecies romancelove trianglesupernatural

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