The BEST episodes of The Originals
Every episode of The Originals ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Originals!
Though once pledged to remain together through the test of time, the Mikaelson's — the first and original family of vampires — have been torn apart over the thousands of years of their existence. 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, along with his siblings Elijah and Rebekah, must take back the city that once belonged to them, while avoiding a war between the vampires, werewolves and witches that populate the French Quarter.
#1 - When the Saints Go Marching In
Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 8/1/2018
Intent on saving Hope's life, Klaus' plan will change the lives of the Mikaelson family forever.
#2 - Ne Me Quitte Pas
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/2/2018
In the immediate aftermath of having his memory erased by Marcel, Elijah awakens to find himself in the middle of nowhere and without a clue as to who he is. Unable to control his instinctive vampire ways, Elijah encounters Antoinette, a beautiful and free-spirited vampire, who helps him navigate his new life. However, a run-in with Klaus threatens to destroy the peace he’s finally found.
#3 - There in the Disappearing Light
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/11/2018
Klaus helps Hope cope with her pain in an unconventional way. A figure from Elijah's past comes back seeking help. Elsewhere, Marcel takes on the nightwalkers, while Vincent deals with the fallout of a fateful decision.
#4 - One Wrong Turn On Bourbon
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/25/2018
When a mysterious disappearance brings Klaus back to New Orleans, Hope looks forward to the prospect of seeing her father again. However, when the dark magic that had been keeping them apart begins to manifest in dangerous ways across the city, Vincent turns to Ivy for guidance about what it may mean. Elsewhere, Marcel returns to New Orleans amidst increased tensions between the supernatural factions, while Freya makes a decision about her future with Keelin. Finally, Roman’s surprise visit to the Mikaelson compound forces Hope to reveal some dark truths about her family.
#5 - We Have Not Long to Love
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/20/2018
Vincent, Marcel and Josh work to clean up the city, when an uprising of purist vampires leads the supernatural factions into a deadly showdown. Hope faces the consequences of trying to bring her family together. Freya makes a big decision.
#6 - Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/9/2018
Frustrated by the lack of progress made in the search for Hayley, Klaus turns up the heat by taking hostages from each of the three New Orleans supernatural factions. Freya goes to Mystic Falls to check on Hope, who has been sent back to the Salvatore School. Vincent seeks guidance from Ivy after learning that Klaus’ erratic behavior is escalating.
#7 - Don't It Just Break Your Heart
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/16/2018
A mysterious clue sent to Klaus leads him one step closer to finding Hayley. Antoinette opens up to Elijah after her past comes back to haunt her. Meanwhile, Marcel makes a decision that puts him at odds with Klaus. Finally, Hope takes matters into her own hands to fix the mess that she’s created.
#8 - What, Will, I, Have, Left
Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/30/2018
Hope sets off on a dangerous mission to end the mess she started, and Klaus turns to Caroline for help when he discovers Hope's plan. Plus, Vincent and Freya clash over Declan.
#9 - God's Gonna Trouble the Water
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/6/2018
Ivy reveals some startling news to Klaus about the dark magic that’s been keeping him away from his family. Elijah turns to some unexpected allies to save Antoinette’s life.
#10 - The Kindness of Strangers
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/13/2018
As pressing matters rage on in New Orleans, the Mikaelson siblings find themselves forced to set aside their differences and work together to escape a "chambre de chasse."
#11 - Live and Let Die
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/27/2014
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.
#12 - Red Door
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/3/2014
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.
#13 - Le Grand Guignol
Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/4/2014
Rebekah and Marcel have been trying to keep a secret from Klaus which may come to the light as we flashback to 1919. Elijah and Monique bond. Hayley takes Sabine hostage to try and get information on reversing the curse on her clan.
#14 - The Feast of All Sinners
Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 6/23/2017
The Mikaelsons find themselves out of options as they face the all-powerful and un-killable entity known as The Hollow. With the life of Hope at stake, Vincent proposes a final, desperate plan.
#15 - Dance Back from the Grave
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/28/2014
Tension between Marcel and Klaus results in Marcel refusing to help Klaus with a gruesome discovery in the Cauldron. Rebekah revisits her past when she finds the remnants of a sacrifice by the docks - the work of a dangerous warlock she has come across before. Klaus battles, but his opponent has an unfair advantage.
#16 - Crescent City
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/4/2014
Marcel and Rebekah fret over whether secrets hidden for nearly a century are about to be exposed. Father Kieran deals with a witch from his past. Hayley and her werewolf clan enjoy a party. Sophie discovers something shocking at the cemetery. Klaus takes some dangerous measures that will affect everybody.
#17 - Gonna Set Your Flag on Fire
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/19/2015
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.
#18 - Exquisite Corpse
Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/6/2015
Klaus must put aside his mistrust for Freya in order to save Rebekah's life.
#19 - The Battle of New Orleans
Season 1 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/6/2014
Cami feels threatened, as Marcel rallies an army to take back control of the city.
#20 - From a Cradle to a Grave
Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/13/2014
Hayley atempts to save her unborn baby from the witches. Francesca meets with Oliver and Jackson to decide the future of the werewolves in New Orleans.
#21 - Night Has a Thousand Eyes
Season 2 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/13/2015
While searching for a way to vanquish Dahlia, Klaus is faced with another threat.
#22 - The Devil Is Damned
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/9/2015
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.
#23 - Rebirth
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/6/2014
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.
#24 - The Casket Girls
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/14/2014
Locals prepare to celebrate the annual Casket Girls Festival in the French Quarter. Davina tries to free Cami from Klaus's mind compulsion. Hayley is forced to make a difficult decision after she receives an unexpected phone call.
#25 - Fruit of the Poisoned Tree
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/5/2013
Klaus goes to extreme measures to protect Hayley and their unborn baby when he learns Hayley's life is being threatened. Meanwhile, Cami turns to Father Kieran for guidance. Marcel seeks advice from an old friend. Davina tries to control her magic.