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Season 2 – The Vampire Diaries

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This supernatural drama, based on the series of novels by L.J. Smith, details the lives of two brothers, Damon and Stefan Salvatore, who have been living as vampires for centuries. After years of moving from from place-to-place to hide their eternal youth (and bloodthirsty condition), the brothers return to the small Virginia town, Mystic Falls, where their lives as humans ended. Damon is snarky, handsome and charming, with a propensity for evil, while Stefan tries to remain noble -- in part to atone for bad behavior in his past.
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The sophomore season of Vampire Diaries is top shelf guilty pleasure, balancing wild twists and cliffhangers without going off the rails.

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Hillary Busis Wall Street Journal Nov 16, 2017
When someone feeds you their blood, a simple I'm sorry usually doesn't cut it. Go to Full Review Ken Tucker Entertainment Weekly Sep 17, 2010
B+
The second-season premiere of The Vampire Diaries proves once again why this series is one of prime time's more cleverly constructed, well-acted nighttime soap operas. Go to Full Review Emily St. James AV Club Sep 10, 2010
B
I want this show to feel as crazy as it did last finale and this premiere. But to be that crazy, you pretty much can't be a TV show, where there needs to be some sort of status quo. Go to Full Review Samantha Murray Collider Nov 16, 2017
Hidden behind a trite storyline is solid writing, intriguing storytelling, and one of the most frivolously addictive shows on air right now. Go to Full Review Tiffany Wilcox Den of Geek Nov 16, 2017
You have to hand it the second season of The Vampire Diaries: it sure knows how to begin with a bang. Go to Full Review Rob Keyes Screen Rant May 14, 2011
In traditional Vampire Diaries fashion, the finale of season 2 offers plenty of twists and turns, topped with a few cliff hangers for fans to dwell on until next season, the most intriguing of which will be the role reversal of Damon and Stefan. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Lincoln L @Linkolnbio2 Sep 2, 2026 It's decent, it has solid acting and a good plot, making it a respectable watch. See more Marco L @decatur555 Apr 27, 2026 The Vampire Diaries is a lot more entertaining and better written than people who dismissed it as teen vampire fluff often admit. Yes, it leans into romance, melodrama, and supernatural soap-opera energy, but it does so with real pace, strong narrative drive, and characters who keep the story moving. The love triangle gives it commercial appeal, but the real engine is the tension between the two brothers, which adds more emotional and dramatic bite than expected. It is darker, sharper, and more addictive than something like Twilight, and it knows how to use its clichés instead of being crushed by them. It definitely has uneven moments and plenty of excess, but it also has charm, momentum, and writers who understood how to keep a guilty pleasure alive. See more Leonora B @Cellestia Feb 1, 2026 I loved this season so much, my 2nd fav season! See more Whats news T @RT28894787 May 20, 2025 season 2 was amazing where every character played well.The love track between Stefan and Elina loved every much thats's amazing.Thrilled to watch season 3 :) See more Craig B @RT11687391 Apr 26, 2025 Mrs has this on had to sit through half an episode while in the same room. Needless to say I found an excuse to leave the room. It must be a woman thing. How has this got the rating it has? It's like watching stage school lessons. See more Rowan C @RowanC3 Oct 8, 2024 This season builds up so much suspense, foreshadowing the appearance of the almighty Klaus. The originals were so cool in this season and they definitely lived up to the expectations of the viewers. See more Read all reviews
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John Behring

Director

J. Miller Tobin

Director

Marcos Siega

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Joshua Butler

Director

Liz Friedlander

Director

Ralph Hemecker

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 9, 2010 The Return Elena comes home to a nightmare; Damon realizes Katherine has returned; Tyler receives a surprise visit from his uncle. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 16, 2010 Brave New World Desperate and confused, Caroline leaves the hospital; Damon is suspicious of Tyler's uncle; Bonnie unleashes her anger on Damon. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 23, 2010 Bad Moon Rising Elena, Damon and Alaric go to Duke University to find Isobel's research into the paranormal and look for clues to the mystery surrounding the Lockwood family; Stefan faces a new danger in the woods; Tyler makes a shocking discovery about Mason. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 30, 2010 Memory Lane Katherine reveals new secrets; Damon tries to resolve his issues with Mason; Elena and Stefan are left with limited options. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 7, 2010 Kill or Be Killed Tyler learns more about the Lockwood family curse; Stefan and Damon argue over how to handle Mason; Mason gives Sheriff Lockwood startling information. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 21, 2010 Plan B Jeremy offers to help Alaric and Damon deal with Katherine; Caroline and her mother share some quality time together; Bonnie accidentally finds new information about Mason. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 28, 2010 Masquerade Stefan and Damon decide on a new plan to deal with Katherine at the Lockwood's masquerade ball. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 4, 2010 Rose Damon and Stefan discover surprising information while helping Elena; Bonnie casts a difficult spell; Caroline tries to make things easier for Tyler. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 11, 2010 Katerina Elena looks for the truth about Katherine's past; Damon tries to determine the real purpose and power of the moonstone; Bonnie and Jeremy meet a new student with a surprising family history. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 2, 2010 The Sacrifice Elena tries to entice Rose; Jeremy's actions force Stefan to put himself in danger; Caroline makes a terrifying discovery. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 9, 2010 By the Light of the Moon Caroline helps Tyler prepare for his first transformation; Alaric and Damon are suspicious when a stranger arrives in town; Luca and Bonnie work on a spell. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 27, 2011 The Descent Damon asks Elena to keep an eye on Rose (Lauren Cohan) while he tries to elicit the truth from Jules (Michaela McManus); Matt and Caroline discuss their feelings for each other. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 3, 2011 Daddy Issues Johnathan Gilbert returns to Mystic Falls; Stefan reaches out to conflicted Tyler; Bonnie has a disturbing conversation with Jonas; Jules takes a hostage. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 10, 2011 Crying Wolf Elena and Stefan hope to have a romantic weekend at the Gilbert family lake house; Jenna wonders if Alaric is being honest; Damon tries to talk to Elijah; Bonnie elicits shocking information from Luka. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 17, 2011 The Dinner Party Stefan tells Elena about a dark time in his past; Jonas tries to express his feelings to Bonnie and Jeremy; Damon plans a dinner party. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 24, 2011 The House Guest Elena, Stefan and Damon realize they can use Katherine's knowledge to their advantage; Caroline finds a new way to get Matt's attention; Alaric makes a confession to Jenna. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 7, 2011 Know Thy Enemy Jenna is devastated by Isobel's unexpected arrival; Damon and Jeremy try to help Bonnie find a spell that will harness her ancestors' power. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 14, 2011 The Last Dance Elena receives disturbing messages from Klaus; Jeremy seeks advice from Stefan; Damon's new plan upsets everyone. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 21, 2011 Klaus Tension grows between the Salvatore brothers as they disagree on how to protect Elena; the origin of the moonstone curse is revealed; Elena makes a shocking discovery about Klaus' motives. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 28, 2011 The Last Day Damon intends to go to great lengths to protect Elena; after receiving a disturbing phone call, Tyler returns to Mystic Falls; Elena and Stefan plan a romantic day together. Details Episode 21 Aired May 5, 2011 The Sun Also Rises At the occurrence of a full moon, Elena prepares for whatever Klaus has planned; Tyler faces his second transformation; Damon tells Stefan the truth about a terrible development they must face. Details Episode 22 Aired May 12, 2011 As I Lay Dying Stefan's attempt at preventing a tragedy leads to him paying a terrible personal price; Sheriff Forbes makes a fatal mistake; consequences of the sacrificial ritual threaten lives. Details

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The Vampire Diaries — Season 2

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Season Info

Director
John Behring, J. Miller Tobin, Marcos Siega, Joshua Butler, Liz Friedlander, Ralph Hemecker, Wendey Stanzler
Executive Producer
Kevin Williamson, Julie Plec, Leslie Morganstein, Bob Levy
Screenwriter
Andrew Chambliss, Mike Daniels, Caroline Dries, Kevin Williamson, Brian Young, Michael Narducci, Elizabeth Craft, Julie Plec, Sarah Fain
Network
The CW
Rating
TV-14 (L|S|V)
Genre
Drama, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 9, 2010
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