Overview
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.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
Family is power. The Original Vampire family swore it to each other a thousand years ago. They pledged to remain together, always and forever. Now, centuries have passed and the bonds of family are broken. Time, tragedy and hunger for power have torn the Original Family apart. When Klaus Mikaelson, the original vampire-werewolf hybrid, receives a mysterious tip that a plot is brewing against him in the supernatural melting pot that is the French Quarter of New Orleans, he returns to the city his family helped build. Klaus’ questions lead him to a reunion with his diabolical former protégé, Marcel, a charismatic vampire who has total control over the human and supernatural inhabitants of New Orleans.
Season 2
In season two, a new status quo must be adjusted to, as the newly empowered werewolves control the city. Plus, Klaus struggles with weaknesses and Elijah fights to save Hayley — now a hybrid — from a vicious spiral of self-destruction.
Season 3
Season three finds Klaus and Elijah estranged from each other, even as both brothers adjust to life with their long-lost sister, Freya. Hayley suffers mightily at the hands of Klaus’s petty vengeance, while Marcel and Davina rule the city under a new status quo. Meanwhile, Cami and Vincent find themselves caught up in a surprising mystery involving the newest resident of New Orleans.
Season 4
When a dark prophecy threatens their immortal lives, the Mikaelson family faces their greatest challenge yet. After centuries of fighting to preserve their family, Klaus Mikaelson and his brother Elijah’s ruthless actions have spawned a legion of enemies. Surrounded by these enemies, the Mikaelsons enact a brutal strategy that will turn everyone against them, thus setting the course for season four.
Season 5
The age old Mikaelson family has spent centuries fighting against legions of enemies. The original vampires have strived since the beginning of time to protect their family, no matter what the cost. The fifth and final season is no different as the Mikaelsons must once again count on the strength of their unbreakable family bond even after swearing to stay away from each other for good.
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Cast & Crew
Joseph Morgan
Klaus Mikaelson
Daniel Gillies
Elijah Mikaelson
Charles Michael Davis
Marcel Gerard
Phoebe Tonkin
Hayley Marshall
Danielle Campbell
Davina Claire
Leah Pipes
Camille O'Connell
Yusuf Gatewood
Vincent Griffith
Riley Voelkel
Freya Mikaelson
Steven Krueger
Josh Rosza
Claire Holt
Rebekah Mikaelson
Nathan Parsons
Jackson Kenner
Nathaniel Buzolic
Kol Mikaelson
Frequently Asked Questions
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...
The Originals has 5 seasons with 92 episodes.
The Originals premiered on October 3, 2013.
No, The Originals has ended. The final episode aired on August 1, 2018.
The Originals originally aired on The CW. Check your local streaming services for availability.
The Originals was created by Julie Plec.
The Originals has a rating of 8.6/10 based on user reviews.
The Originals is classified as Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Mystery.