The BEST episodes written by Carina Adly Mackenzie

The Tale of Two Wolves
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8.21
862 votes

#1 - The Tale of Two Wolves

The Originals - Season 5 - Episode 12

With Hope facing a life-threatening affliction and deteriorating quickly, Klaus travels to Mystic Falls to seek help from Caroline. Tasked with keeping Hope preoccupied in Mystic Falls, Elijah comes to a heartbreaking realization about his niece. Meanwhile, at the Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted, a run-in with Alaric Saltzman throws a wrench into Klaus’ plan.

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Recovering the Satellites
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8.11
549 votes

#2 - Recovering the Satellites

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 1 - Episode 13

Max and Michael find themselves at an impasse over how to deal with the 4th alien. Liz has a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor. Kyle spirals after uncovering a dark secret about his father’s death. Michael is forced to make a difficult decision about his future.

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The Kindness of Strangers
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8.05
953 votes

#3 - The Kindness of Strangers

The Originals - Season 5 - Episode 8

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."

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Savior
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8.02
1361 votes

#4 - Savior

The Originals - Season 3 - Episode 9

When a dangerous affliction threatens to expose one of her siblings, Freya searches for a way to reverse the crippling curse even as she finds herself the target of The Strix's latest plan. Elsewhere, Klaus keeps a watchful eye over Cami while she attempts to help Detective Kinney, whose life has begun to spiral out of control as a result of Lucien's compulsion. Meanwhile, a confrontation with Marcel causes Vincent to reevaluate his decision to stay out of witch business, and Hayley's attempt at a quiet Christmas with Jackson and Hope results in an unexpected surprise.

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Where Nothing Stays Buried
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8.01
1566 votes

#5 - Where Nothing Stays Buried

The Originals - Season 3 - Episode 20

In the wake of a ruthless plan that has left their family shattered, Klaus, Elijah and Freya desperately search for a way to take down Lucien once and for all. However, their efforts are put on hold following an urgent plea for help from Kol and Marcel. At Klaus’ insistence, Freya and Elijah reluctantly stay behind to offer their help, while Klaus and Hayley head to the bayou after uncovering Lucien’s latest plan. Once there, an unexpected showdown between Klaus and Lucien forces Freya to take matters into her own hands, setting off a chain of events that will change all of their lives forever.

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High Water and a Devil's Daughter
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8.00
1835 votes

#6 - High Water and a Devil's Daughter

The Originals - Season 4 - Episode 7

When it's discovered that The Hollow's latest servant is on the loose, Freya places a protection spell on the compound, forcing Klaus, Hayley and Hope to remain inside. Meanwhile Elijah takes matters into his own hands.

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A Closer Walk with Thee
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7.99
1555 votes

#7 - A Closer Walk with Thee

The Originals - Season 1 - Episode 20

A surprising enemy is confronted by Hayley. Klaus has some nightmares about his father and is forced to examine his own relationship with his adoptive son.

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One Wrong Turn On Bourbon
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7.98
1057 votes

#8 - One Wrong Turn On Bourbon

The Originals - Season 5 - Episode 2

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.

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Haunter of Ruins
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7.94
1991 votes

#9 - Haunter of Ruins

The Originals - Season 4 - Episode 3

After five long years apart, Klaus attempts to reconnect with his daughter, Hope. Elijah mediates a conflict between Hayley and Freya to determine the best way to protect the family.

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Chasing the Devil's Tail
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7.93
1328 votes

#10 - Chasing the Devil's Tail

The Originals - Season 2 - Episode 7

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.

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The Once and Future Flash
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7.92
6261 votes

#11 - The Once and Future Flash

The Flash (2014) - Season 3 - Episode 19

Barry travels to the future to find out Savitar’s still unknown identity in the hopes of saving Iris. Upon his arrival in 2024, Barry encounters future versions of his Team Flash friends, who, following the death of Iris, have become very different people, profoundly impacted by their showdown with Savitar. It will be up to Barry to infuse a sense of hope back into the team, as he proves to be hero his future friends have been waiting for. Meanwhile, back in 2017, the hunt for Killer Frost continues.

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A Spirit Here That Won't Be Broken
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7.90
1636 votes

#12 - A Spirit Here That Won't Be Broken

The Originals - Season 4 - Episode 11

When it's discovered that The Hollow is using a magical totem to fuel her power, Freya enlists Rebekah and Klaus' help to locate and destroy it.

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I Love You, Goodbye
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7.86
1090 votes

#13 - I Love You, Goodbye

The Originals - Season 2 - Episode 14

Following a tense run in, Elijah believes that Klaus is up to something. Kaleb needs Rebekah's help.

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An Old Friend Calls
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7.85
1404 votes

#14 - An Old Friend Calls

The Originals - Season 3 - Episode 15

When Klaus learns of Cortez's arrival to vendetta against him, Klaus finds himself dealing with this new threat. Meanwhile, as Cortez begins threatening the lives of innocent residents, Vincent has no option but to assist the vengeful vampire in his plan to take down Klaus.

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City Beneath the Sea
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7.84
1227 votes

#15 - City Beneath the Sea

The Originals - Season 2 - Episode 20

Elijah and Freya think differently about how to deal with Dahlia's deadline.

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The Diner
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7.78
328 votes

#16 - The Diner

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 2 - Episode 9

After uncovering a surprising connection to their past, Michael and Isobel learn the painful truth about the night Tripp attacked their mothers. Meanwhile, Alex confronts his father about their troubled family history. Elsewhere, Kyle's first date with Steph takes an awkward turn after Liz inadvertently becomes a third wheel.

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Songs About Texas
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7.77
567 votes

#17 - Songs About Texas

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 1 - Episode 9

Max and Michael travel to Texas to visit a faith healer, who may be able to shed some light on the alien symbol Max has been researching. Meanwhile, Maria and Liz pay a visit to the same faith healer in hopes of finding a cure for Maria's ailing mother. Elsewhere, Alex and Kyle look into what Sergeant Manes may be hiding.

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Good Mother
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7.72
395 votes

#18 - Good Mother

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 2 - Episode 3

Determined to regain control of her life in the aftermath of Noah's death, Isobel makes a risky choice despite its potential consequences. Meanwhile, Alex and Michael work together to unravel the mystery surrounding the night Nora's spaceship crashed in 1947. Elsewhere, Liz makes a surprising confession when Cameron shows up looking for answers about Max.

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Mr. Jones
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7.71
318 votes

#19 - Mr. Jones

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 2 - Episode 13

Having realized that a deadly threat has infiltrated CrashCon, the busiest event of the year, Liz realizes that she can't save everyone she loves -- and with Max facing immediate danger, she and Isobel must make a heart-wrenching choice. Meanwhile, Michael finds himself caught up in the conflict between Jesse and Alex once again, even as Maria's life hangs in the balance elsewhere, and Kyle faces a moral dilemma when the enemy requires medical attention.

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Smells Like Teen Spirit
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7.70
601 votes

#20 - Smells Like Teen Spirit

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 1 - Episode 6

Secrets are uncovered about Rosa’s final day, Isobel’s mysterious blackouts and Alex and Michael’s relationship in high school.

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You Hung the Moon
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7.66
1338 votes

#21 - You Hung the Moon

The Originals - Season 3 - Episode 2

After discovering that poachers have begun taking out werewolves in the bayou, Elijah and Jackson grow concerned for Hayley's safety when she fails to show up during the full moon. Meanwhile, Davina, the only one with the answer to Hayley's whereabouts, plots ways to use that to her advantage. Elsewhere, Cami approaches Klaus with her theory on who is behind the series of murders in the French Quarter, while Lucien delivers to Elijah an unsettling warning about the war brewing among the sire lines. Finally, after receiving a dire prophecy about the future of the Mikaelson siblings, Klaus takes extreme measures to determine the validity of this potential impending threat.

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Stay (I Missed You)
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7.62
433 votes

#22 - Stay (I Missed You)

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 2 - Episode 1

Torn between the heartache of Max's sacrifice and the joy of Rosa's resurrection, Liz suppresses her grief to focus on moving out of Roswell with Rosa. Meanwhile, Michael copes with Max's death in his own self-destructive way, while Isobel focuses her attention on honing her alien powers. Finally, Liz makes an alarming discovery after Rosa begins experiencing mysterious side effects from her resurrection.

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Hands
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7.49
264 votes

#23 - Hands

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 3 - Episode 1

While Liz settles into her new life and career in Los Angeles, Max, Isobel and Michael must figure out if the stranger in the cave with the familiar face is friend or foe.

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So Much for the Afterglow
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7.44
802 votes

#24 - So Much for the Afterglow

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 1 - Episode 2

The anniversary of Rosa's death reignites tensions as the town takes aim at Liz and her father, Arturo, for what happened on that fateful day 10 years ago. Meanwhile, Max confronts Michael and Isobel, who are concerned that his feelings for Liz will expose their secret. Elsewhere, Master Sergeant Manes' attempt to convince Kyle of the alien conspiracy in Roswell takes an unexpected turn. Finally, Liz and Kyle make a shocking revelation about Rosa's death.

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Pilot
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7.25
919 votes

#25 - Pilot

Roswell, New Mexico - Season 1 - Episode 1

When Liz Ortecho reluctantly returns to her tourist-trap hometown of Roswell, New Mexico, she reconnects with Max Evans, her teenage crush, who is now a Roswell police officer. But Liz soon discovers a shocking truth: Max is an alien who has kept his unearthly abilities hidden his entire life, along with those of his otherworldly sister, Isobel, and their friend Michael. Elsewhere, Master Sergeant Jesse Manes spearheads a long-standing government conspiracy — unbeknownst to his son, Alex Manes, who has recently returned from service overseas with emotional and physical injuries. The politics of fear and hatred that run rampant in Roswell threaten to expose Max and his family and could endanger his deepening romance with Liz…as well as their lives.

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