A spin-off from The Vampire Diaries and set in New Orleans, The Originals centers on the Mikaelson siblings, otherwise known as the world's original vampires: Klaus, Elijah, and Rebekah. Now Klaus must take down his protégé, Marcel, who is now in charge of New Orleans, in order to re-take his city, as he originally built New Orleans. Klaus departed from the city after being chased down by his father Mikael, while it was being constructed and Marcel took charge. As Klaus has returned after many years, his ego has provoked him to become the king of the city. "Every King needs an heir" says Klaus, accepting the unborn child. The child is a first to be born to a hybrid and a werewolf.
Rebirth 8.1
Air date: 2014-10-06
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Hayley struggles with her powers. Marcel sides with Klaus and gets revenge over the wolves. Esther is busy plotting her own plans. Everyone wants control over the city.
Alive and Kicking 8.2
Air date: 2014-10-13
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Klaus wants Hayley to re-establish herself in her pack. Mikael is impatient under Davina. Cassie arouses suspicions.
Every Mother's Son 8.0
Air date: 2014-10-20
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: After Klaus and Elijah receive a cryptic invitation to dinner from their mother, they get ready to expect the worst.
Live and Let Die 8.2
Air date: 2014-10-27
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Davina takes Mikael to a cabin to heal from his wolf bites. Klaus searches for them. Elijah, Marcel and Hayley try to rescue some young wolves.
Red Door 8.4
Air date: 2014-11-03
Runtime: 40 min
Overview: In order to show Elijah that her plan is what's best for him, Esther forces him to relive a time long ago when he loved a young woman named Tatia.
Wheel Inside the Wheel 8.0
Air date: 2014-11-10
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: Cami teams up with Marcel and Gia after she becomes suspicious of her faculty advisor Vincent. Lastly, in a surprising turn of events, Klaus comes face-to-face with a visitor from his past.
Chasing The Devil's Tail 7.7
Air date: 2014-11-17
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Going after everything Esther loves. Klaus and Hayley seek an antidote for Elijah in the bayou assisted by Marcel and Josh. Kaleb takes Davina to an old hangout.
The Brothers That Care Forgot 8.1
Air date: 2014-11-24
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: Rebekah is on the run with baby Hope.
The Map of Moments 8.1
Air date: 2014-12-08
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Rebekah persuades Klaus and Elijah to take part in a family tradition from their childhood.
Gonna Set Your Flag on Fire 8.0
Air date: 2015-01-19
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: Finn puts a spell on the compound, trapping wolves and vampires. Klaus takes Cami to the safe house, then confronts Kol about Rebekah's whereabouts.
Brotherhood of the Damned 8.1
Air date: 2015-01-26
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: Finn captures his brother's spirits, while the vampires remain trapped and their hunger grows.
Sanctuary 8.1
Air date: 2015-02-02
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Rebekah becomes interested in a girl. Hayley struggles with coming clean and is surprised by something Jackson admits. Klaus learns something and heads to confront Hayley. Vincent sets his eyes on Marcel for answers to what Klaus is hiding.
The Devil Is Damned 8.7
Air date: 2015-02-09
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Vincent joins forces with a figure from his past. Kaleb is forced to make a difficult life or death decision, and Elijah finds himself in the fight of his life. Hayley and Jackson become pawns in Vincent's dangerous plan.
I Love You, Goodbye 8.0
Air date: 2015-02-16
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Following a tense run in, Elijah believes that Klaus is up to something. Kaleb needs Rebekah's help.
They All Asked For You 7.9
Air date: 2015-03-09
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: A discovery is made about the body Rebekah is living in. Klaus clashes with Hayley and Jackson.
Save My Soul 7.9
Air date: 2015-03-16
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Suspicious of where her true loyalties lie, Klaus invites Freya to the compound in order to gain more insight into her past with Dahlia.Source: CW
Exquisite Corpse 8.0
Air date: 2015-04-06
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Klaus must put aside his mistrust for Freya in order to save Rebekah's life.
Night Has A Thousand Eyes 7.9
Air date: 2015-04-13
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: While searching for a way to vanquish Dahlia, Klaus is faced with another threat.
When the Levee Breaks 8.0
Air date: 2015-04-20
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: Hayley and Klaus need to hit a deadline to turn over Hope, which causes Klaus to proceed with a dangerous plan.
City Beneath The Sea 8.1
Air date: 2015-04-27
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Elijah and Freya think differently about how to deal with Dahlia's deadline.
Fire with Fire 8.4
Air date: 2015-05-04
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: With the knowledge that he has been betrayed by his siblings, Klaus and an unlikely friend plan to get even with them.
Ashes To Ashes 8.4
Air date: 2015-05-11
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: With time running out, Klaus' ultimate plan to protect baby Hope at all costs continues to take shape.Source: CW
