The Originals

TV SERIES 2013 5 SEASONS

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.

This production, originally released in 2013, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Mystery genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.6 across its 5 seasons.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Sci-Fi & Fantasy and Drama.
• Produced in United States of America.
• Original Language: English.

Starring Cast

Joseph Morgan

Klaus Mikaelson

Daniel Gillies

Elijah Mikaelson

Charles Michael Davis

Marcel Gerard

Riley Voelkel

Freya Mikaelson

Yusuf Gatewood

Vincent Griffith

Danielle Rose Russell

Hope Mikaelson

Steven Krueger

Josh Rosza

Seasons

Specials

28 Episodes • Aired TBA

No season overview provided for this season.

Season 1

22 Episodes • Aired 2013-10-03

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

22 Episodes • Aired 2014-10-06

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

22 Episodes • Aired 2015-10-08

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

13 Episodes • Aired 2017-03-16

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.