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Season 2 – The Originals

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Klaus, the original vampire/werewolf hybrid, returns to New Orleans -- which his family helped build -- to investigate rumors of a plot against him, in this spinoff of "The Vampire Diaries." He finds his former protege, Marcel, reigning powerful over its inhabitants, causing growing tension in the supernatural community. Klaus' brother, Elijah, joins him, and they learn that werewolf Hayley has fallen into the hands of a defiant witch who has life-changing information. In hope of reclaiming the city, Klaus and Elijah form an uneasy alliance with the witches to help further their cause.
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Mandy Treccia TV Source Magazine 01/18/2019
All in all, this was a great season premiere and well worth the long hiatus. It tidied up the last big threat from season one and stressed the importance of family and blood and fighting for what matters most. Go to Full Review Kyndal Wilson Black Girl Nerds 07/05/2018
The fact that this show is about a family definitely raises the stakes and makes the drama much more interesting. Go to Full Review Price Peterson TV.com 10/07/2014
As a season premiere, the episode was next-level; as an hour of television, it was perfect. Go to Full Review Mark Trammell TV Equals 10/07/2014
All in all, I'd have to give the premiere a thumbs up; even if the take-down of the Guerreras was perhaps a bit too neat for its own good- they probably could have milked that for a few more episodes, at least. Go to Full Review Miranda Wicker TV Fanatic 10/07/2014
4/5
I found the first 10 minutes or so of tonight's episode difficult to follow as the writers tried to inform us as to the whereabouts of every single character we've come to know and love. It was too much and not enough all at the same time. Go to Full Review Lindsay Sperling We Got This Covered 10/07/2014
7/10
The Originals returns for its sophomore season and everything in New Orleans is about to be turned upside down. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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stefan C @RT89536469 04/25/2025 Far much better then season 1! See more Seyi O @RT05288848 04/01/2025 There is no way you gonna hate this....it just soooo good in many ways. See more Maya S @RT79299404 12/25/2024 The best, loved this. I loved klaus mikaelson. See more Rowan C @RowanC3 10/22/2024 This was a huge step up from the first season in so many ways. I loved how Klaus love for his baby Doug deeper, so that people could see that he actually cares for her. The feuds in this season between the family were amazing, and I never thought I would see a Michael X Klaus team up to stop a common enemy. The second season was entirely entertaining throughout every episode, and this season beats a lot of seasons from the Vampire Diaries. See more Luka G @Lukkaaa 08/26/2023 THE BEST SHOW I HAVE EVER WATCHED!!! its 100% better then TVD, love the story love the characters, but WHAT THE HELL WAS THE ENDING!!! ITS LIKE GAME OF THRONES 2.0, over all very good show and worth to watch, it doesn't deserve the hate it got from start just like Legacies. See more ElsaWhitneyy j @RT04708752 04/05/2023 Honestly the best TV series I have ever watched. I have the boxset & my whole family have watched this 5 times now it's that good. It's one of those series you can always go back and watch year after Year & get just as hooked as the last time. Joseph Morgan plays Klaus amazingly in this, his best part by far. I love all the characters and it's far better than The Vampire Diaries. I enjoyed this so much and the ending to this was done beautifully. I have never watched a TV show wrap up so well, it was emotional but satisfying the ending was a tear jerker. I will miss it very much. But that is why I have the boxset so I can watch it every year and get my fix. Give this a go, you won't regret it. Best vampire series ever. And I'm not usually a fan of vampire shows. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Joseph Morgan

Klaus Mikaelson

Daniel Gillies

Elijah Mikaelson

Phoebe Tonkin

Hayley

Charles Michael Davis

Marcel

Leah Pipes

Cami

Danielle Campbell

Davina

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 6, 2014 Rebirth Klaus brings Elijah and Marcel in to help plan his revenge against the Guerrera werewolves; reeling over the destruction of his vampire family, Marcel works with Josh to rebuild his home; Cami seeks comfort and normalcy. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 13, 2014 Alive and Kicking Klaus encourages Hayley to regain her position within her pack; Mikael grows impatient while under Davina's control; a meeting with Cassie makes Klaus suspicious. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 20, 2014 Every Mother's Son Elijah and Klaus prepare for the worst after receiving a cryptic invitation from Esther; Hayley considers an enticing proposition; a stunning secret about Klaus' childhood is revealed. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 27, 2014 Live and Let Die In hope of avoiding Klaus, Davina takes Mikael to her family's cabin; Hayley learns that Vincent is trying to build a werewolf army using unsuspecting teens; Josh opens up to an ally. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 3, 2014 Red Door Esther tries to prove to Elijah that her plan is best; Hayley realizes Klaus is in trouble; Mikael takes Cami hostage. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 10, 2014 Wheel Inside the Wheel When Klaus demands that Esther release Elijah, she reveals secrets from Klaus' past; Jackson and Hayley reconnect; Gia is suspicious of her faculty adviser. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 17, 2014 Chasing the Devil's Tail Klaus discovers that Elijah has been afflicted by Esther's magic; a plan is launched to take down Vincent; Kaleb lets Davina in on some secrets from her past. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 24, 2014 The Brothers That Care Forgot Rebekah must go on the run when she realizes Esther knows her location; Klaus wants to bring Vincent and Kaleb to his side; Hayley discovers a ritual that would get the pack out from under Esther's control. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 8, 2014 The Map of Moments Rebekah takes action after noticing a change in Elijah's behavior; Cami demands answers from Vincent; Esther forms an alliance that could be dangerous for Klaus. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 19, 2015 Gonna Set Your Flag on Fire With a vengeful Vincent on the loose, Klaus brings Cami to the safe house and returns to the compound with Haley; after jumping into a new body, Rebekah gets trapped inside an insane asylum. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 26, 2015 Brotherhood of the Damned More powerful than ever, Vincent creates a spell that traps Klaus and Elijah; Marcel remembers his time as a soldier in World War I; Hayley learns that she and Jackson must take part in unconventional and extreme rituals. Details Episode 12 Aired Feb 2, 2015 Sanctuary A mysterious girl at the asylum intrigues Rebekah; Hayley struggles to come clean with Jackson; after learning that Josh and Marcel are in danger, Davina asks Kaleb and Aiden for help. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 9, 2015 The Devil Is Damned Vincent joins forces with a powerful figure from his past; Klaus realizes he has to trust his siblings; Elijah receives an unexpected visitor; Jackson and Hayley become pawns in Vincent's plan. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 16, 2015 I Love You, Goodbye After a tense encounter, Elijah thinks Klaus is up to something; Kaleb turns to Rebekah for help; Cami makes a surprising discovery. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 9, 2015 They All Asked for You A discovery is made about the body Rebekah is inhabiting; Klaus faces off with Hayley and Jackson over how to best protect baby Hope; Elijah and Klaus wonder if they can trust their long-lost sister. Details Episode 16 Aired Mar 16, 2015 Save My Soul Klaus tries to learn more about Freya's past with Dahlia; Rebekah realizes the body she is inhabiting is trying to regain control; Aiden questions Jackson's leadership skills. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 6, 2015 Exquisite Corpse Following Eva Sinclair's re-emergence, Klaus must put aside his mistrust for Freya in order to save Rebekah's life; Josephine reveals information about Eva's past and Hayley's future; Marcel turns to Vincent for help. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 13, 2015 Night Has a Thousand Eyes While searching for a way to vanquish Dahlia, Klaus is faced with another threat; Josephine helps Elijah and Marcel prepare a safe house; Jackson presents Hayley with a risky idea; Aiden is torn between his secret alliance and his loyalty to Jackson. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 20, 2015 When the Levee Breaks Hayley and Klaus are given a deadline to turn over Hope, prompting Klaus to go ahead with a dangerous plan; Freya issues an ultimatum to Rebekah and Elijah; Hayley seeks Aiden's help. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 27, 2015 City Beneath the Sea Dahlia delivers unexpected information about Hope to Klaus; Elijah and Freya have differing opinions on how to handle Dahlia's deadline; Hayley must make a decision about her and Hope's future. Details Episode 21 Aired May 4, 2015 Fire With Fire Aware he's been betrayed by his siblings, Klaus and an unlikely ally set out to get revenge; Elijah, Rebekah and Freya move forward with their plan to take Dahlia down; Davina gets the chance to bring back Kol. Details Episode 22 Aired May 11, 2015 Ashes to Ashes Klaus' ultimate plan to protect Hope takes shape; Cami reveals information that causes Elijah and Rebekah rethink their plans; Vincent is torn between a new life and a personal obligation. Details

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The Originals — Season 2

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Season Info

Director
Matthew Hastings, Jeffrey Hunt, Lance Anderson, Dermott Downs, Leslie Libman, Jesse Warn
Executive Producer
Julie Plec, Leslie Morgenstein
Screenwriter
Christopher Hollier, Declan De Barra, Ashley Lyle, Marguerite MacIntyre, Michelle Paradise, Carina Adly MacKenzie, Charlie Charbonneau, Mike Russo, Michael Narducci, Diane Ademu-John, Julie Plec, Bart Nickerson
Network
The CW
Rating
TV-14 (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Mystery & Thriller, Horror
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 6, 2014