The BEST episodes written by Julie Plec

When the Saints Go Marching In
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8.43
963 votes

#1 - When the Saints Go Marching In

The Originals - Season 5 - Episode 13

Intent on saving Hope's life, Klaus' plan will change the lives of the Mikaelson family forever.

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I Was Feeling Epic
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8.35
2258 votes

#2 - I Was Feeling Epic

The Vampire Diaries - Season 8 - Episode 16

With the fate of Mystic Falls at stake, Stefan and Damon must fight their greatest enemy for one last battle.

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The Departed
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8.29
3201 votes

#3 - The Departed

The Vampire Diaries - Season 3 - Episode 22

Determined to protect his sister, Jeremy makes a decision that will change everything; Bonnie makes a secret deal that has heartbreaking consequences.

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The Tale of Two Wolves
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8.21
862 votes

#4 - 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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Endgame
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8.16
580 votes

#5 - Endgame

Kyle XY - Season 1 - Episode 10

The Petersons, Kyle's real parents, arrive to take him home, but Kyle is skeptical about his biological ties, so he turns to Tom Foss for answers. Meanwhile, Steven has trouble accepting that Kyle may be leaving.

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The Devil Is Damned
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8.14
1165 votes

#6 - The Devil Is Damned

The Originals - Season 2 - Episode 13

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.

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Graduation
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8.10
2260 votes

#7 - Graduation

The Vampire Diaries - Season 4 - Episode 23

It's Graduation Day. Damon's life is in danger and Elena faces an epic confrontation. Plus, Stefan discovers a horrifying clue to the mystery surrounding Silas.

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Rebirth
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8.10
1637 votes

#8 - Rebirth

The Originals - Season 2 - Episode 1

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.

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The Map of Moments
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8.08
1386 votes

#9 - The Map of Moments

The Originals - Season 2 - Episode 9

Rebekah persuades Klaus and Elijah to take part in a family tradition from their childhood.

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Crescent City
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8.08
1755 votes

#10 - Crescent City

The Originals - Season 1 - Episode 13

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.

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I'm Thinking of You All the While
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8.06
1265 votes

#11 - I'm Thinking of You All the While

The Vampire Diaries - Season 6 - Episode 22

In the aftermath of Jo and Alaric's wedding, an unexpected, and definitely uninvited guest shows up, putting Elena's life in jeopardy. Despite Matt's attempt to leave town to save himself, Bonnie takes matters into her own hands after finding herself on the receiving end of a twisted plan.

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Klaus
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8.03
3364 votes

#12 - Klaus

The Vampire Diaries - Season 2 - Episode 19

Stefan and Damon are angry when they find out that Elena has taken matters into her own hands in the battle against Klaus. Tensions also rise between the brothers over the best way to protect her.

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Nothing Gold Can Stay
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8.03
1350 votes

#13 - Nothing Gold Can Stay

Containment - Season 1 - Episode 11

Lex and Leo clash over their next move after a failed plan threatens to unravel their entire case. When word begins to spread that there may be a way out of the cordon, Jana considers her options. Finally, an unexpected turn of events brings Jake and Katie closer than ever.

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Just Don't Be A Stranger, Okay?
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8.01
295 votes

#14 - Just Don't Be A Stranger, Okay?

Legacies - Season 4 - Episode 20

Hope, Lizzie, MG, Kaleb, Jed, Cleo and Alaric reflect on recent events and what comes next for each of them. Hope and Lizzie each find solace from unexpected yet welcome sources.

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A Closer Walk with Thee
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7.99
1555 votes

#15 - 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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God's Gonna Trouble the Water
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7.98
967 votes

#16 - God's Gonna Trouble the Water

The Originals - Season 5 - Episode 7

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.

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The River in Reverse
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7.97
2070 votes

#17 - The River in Reverse

The Originals - Season 1 - Episode 8

In the war between Klaus and Marcel, Rebekah stands against her own brother Klaus. The chemistry between Elijah and Hayley gets stronger. Klaus accuses his siblings of distrust and betrayal.

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Sinners and Saints
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7.94
2101 votes

#18 - Sinners and Saints

The Originals - Season 1 - Episode 5

Klaus becomes angry over recent events involving the safety of his unborn baby and demands answers from Sophie. Meanwhile, gruesome remains are discovered in the bayou; and Davina reveals some shocking information about the witches.

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Lockdown
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7.93
723 votes

#19 - Lockdown

Kyle XY - Season 2 - Episode 12

An out-of-control and missing Jessi increases tensions within the Trager household, forcing Nicole to institute precautionary measures.

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I've Had the Time of My Life
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7.93
805 votes

#20 - I've Had the Time of My Life

Kyle XY - Season 2 - Episode 23

The teens scramble to make their prom night as perfect as possible, and Jessi makes a surprise announcement regarding her relationship with Sarah.

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Diving In
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7.92
633 votes

#21 - Diving In

Kyle XY - Season 1 - Episode 4

Kyle attempts to figure his emotions and sudden attraction to next door neighbor Amanda, while Lori and Josh are also experiencing love pains of their own.

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Ordinary People
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7.89
3506 votes

#22 - Ordinary People

The Vampire Diaries - Season 3 - Episode 8

With help from Elena and Bonnie, Alaric tries to decipher the meaning behind his recent discovery Elena and Rebekah engage in a mean-girl power struggle, until Rebekah finally reveals some of her family's ancient secrets and the violent past she shares with Klaus and Elijah. Damon tries a reckless new approach to make a breakthrough with Stefan, and they're both surprised by an unlikely ally.

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Let Her Go
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7.88
1295 votes

#23 - Let Her Go

The Vampire Diaries - Season 6 - Episode 15

Everybody gathers for the funeral of Liz Forbes. Elena is worried Caroline isn't coping as well as everyone believes.

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Daddy Issues
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7.85
3805 votes

#24 - Daddy Issues

The Vampire Diaries - Season 2 - Episode 13

Johnathan Gilbert's return to Mystic Falls is an unhappy surprise to Elena, Jenna and Damon. Stefan does his best to reach out to a confused Tyler.

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Memorial
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7.84
2960 votes

#25 - Memorial

The Vampire Diaries - Season 4 - Episode 2

Stefan and Damon argue about what is best for Elena. Jeremy and Matt are surprised to see a girl they used to know, April, enrolling at Mystic Falls High.

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Smells Like Teen Spirit
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7.84
3328 votes

#26 - Smells Like Teen Spirit

The Vampire Diaries - Season 3 - Episode 6

On the first day of their senior year, Elena, Caroline, Bonnie and Matt are still reeling from recent events, while Tyler seems to be enjoying everything a little too much. Damon is annoyed by a new houseguest, and everyone is surprised by the arrival of a new student in Alaric's history class. Matt asks Bonnie for help when he realizes he made a serious mistake. Meanwhile, Stefan continues to carry out his latest assignment from Klaus.

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500 Years of Solitude
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7.83
1958 votes

#27 - 500 Years of Solitude

The Vampire Diaries - Season 5 - Episode 11

Katherine recalls the traumatic night in 1490 when she gave birth to a daughter who was immediately taken from her. Meanwhile, Nadia creates a frightening plan to protect her mother; and Caroline indulges in some scandalous behavior.

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Psychic Friend
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7.81
665 votes

#28 - Psychic Friend

Kyle XY - Season 3 - Episode 2

Kyle fears for Amanda's life after a psychic gives him a stark warning.

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Death Keeps Knocking on My Door
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7.80
946 votes

#29 - Death Keeps Knocking on My Door

Legacies - Season 1 - Episode 7

Things take a dark and twisted turn, leaving Hope to confront one of her darkest fears; Rafael's past comes back to haunt him.

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The Birthday
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7.80
3712 votes

#30 - The Birthday

The Vampire Diaries - Season 3 - Episode 1

It's Elena's 18th birthday, and as she searches for Stefan, Damon tries to keep her from doing anything that might draw Klaus's attention.

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Masquerade
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7.79
3722 votes

#31 - Masquerade

The Vampire Diaries - Season 2 - Episode 7

Stefan and Damon decide on a new plan to deal with Katherine at the masquerade ball.

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Let the Right One In
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7.79
3314 votes

#32 - Let the Right One In

The Vampire Diaries - Season 1 - Episode 17

Stefan is forced to make a frightening decision. Matt is hopeful that his mom, Kelly, will stay. And, after Caroline's car breaks down in a storm, she makes a horrific discovery that shocks everyone in town.

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Yellow Ledbetter
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7.79
1546 votes

#33 - Yellow Ledbetter

The Vampire Diaries - Season 6 - Episode 2

Elena comes to terms with the loss of Damon with the help of Alaric. Enzo convinces Caroline to join him as he tracks down Damon and Bonnie. Meanwhile, Matt worries about Jeremy who is spending time with Sarah, a mysterious girl who has recently arrived in Mystic Falls. Elsewhere, Tripp, leader of the community protection program, tells Matt about his connection to the town. Lastly, with the Other Side destroyed and gone for good, Damon and Bonnie reluctantly band together to uncover the mystery of where they are and how they are going to get back home.

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The Return
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7.79
3895 votes

#34 - The Return

The Vampire Diaries - Season 2 - Episode 1

Elena comes home to a nightmare; Damon realizes Katherine has returned; Tyler receives a surprise visit from his uncle.

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O Come, All Ye Faithful
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7.78
2752 votes

#35 - O Come, All Ye Faithful

The Vampire Diaries - Season 4 - Episode 9

It's a winter wonderland in Mystic Falls. Plus, Professor Shane reveals a piece of ancient history that leaves everyone speechless.

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This Is the Part Where You Run
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7.78
1423 votes

#36 - This Is the Part Where You Run

Legacies - Season 1 - Episode 1

The next generation of supernatural beings come of age at the Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted.

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Stand by Me
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7.78
2306 votes

#37 - Stand by Me

The Vampire Diaries - Season 4 - Episode 15

Damon and Rebekah learn an unexpected bit of recent history from Vaughn. Bonnie reveals the rest of Shane's plan.

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We All Go a Little Mad Sometimes
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7.77
2839 votes

#38 - We All Go a Little Mad Sometimes

The Vampire Diaries - Season 4 - Episode 6

Terrifying hallucinations leave Elena shaken and confused and she makes a painful confession to Stefan. Matt gives Damon startling information about Professor Shane.

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The List is Life
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7.76
774 votes

#39 - The List is Life

Kyle XY - Season 2 - Episode 3

Kyle's attempts to return to a normal life at the Trager's house is complicated by Tom Foss' training. Meanwhile, Jessi (XX) begins her mission to get close to Kyle.

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Some People Just Want to Watch the World Burn
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7.75
1166 votes

#40 - Some People Just Want to Watch the World Burn

Legacies - Season 1 - Episode 2

When Landon's sudden disappearance raises some suspicion, Alaric, Hope and Rafael hit the road to search for him.

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Bloodlines
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7.74
3014 votes

#41 - Bloodlines

The Vampire Diaries - Season 1 - Episode 11

Damon goes to Georgia to suprise an old flame, Bree, and enlist her help. Meanwhile, Stefan uncovers a startling clue to the past.

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I'll Never Give Up Hope
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7.73
837 votes

#42 - I'll Never Give Up Hope

Legacies - Season 2 - Episode 1

Hope becomes more determined than ever to find her way back to Mystic Falls; Alaric continues looking into the night Malivore was destroyed; as the students leave for summer vacation, Landon stays behind to keep an eye on Rafael.

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The Turning Point
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7.71
3206 votes

#43 - The Turning Point

The Vampire Diaries - Season 1 - Episode 10

When Sheriff Forbes tells Damon of another attack, he offers to track down the killer, learning startling information about the town's founding families.

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Children of the Damned
star
7.70
3151 votes

#44 - Children of the Damned

The Vampire Diaries - Season 1 - Episode 13

Stefan and Damon recall the incidents that led to the rift in their relationship.

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Hello, Brother
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7.70
2191 votes

#45 - Hello, Brother

The Vampire Diaries - Season 8 - Episode 1

Stefan searches tirelessly for Damon and Enzo months after their mysterious disappearance.

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I to Die, You to Live
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7.69
1880 votes

#46 - I to Die, You to Live

Containment - Season 1 - Episode 2

Lex learns that a woman who had close contact with an infected patient is missing; Jake's resentment toward Lex causes him to spiral; Katie keeps a watchful eye on her students; Teresa learns her friends may have been exposed to the virus.

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Blood Brothers
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7.69
3577 votes

#47 - Blood Brothers

The Vampire Diaries - Season 1 - Episode 20

Elena learns what happened when Damon and Stefan were turned. Pearl has an ugly confrontation with John Gilbert. Jeremy and Anna get closer.

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We're Being Punked, Pedro
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7.69
1094 votes

#48 - We're Being Punked, Pedro

Legacies - Season 1 - Episode 3

A gargoyle wreaks havoc in Mystic Falls and Alaric turns to Jeremy Gilbert for assistance.

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Lost Girls
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7.68
3305 votes

#49 - Lost Girls

The Vampire Diaries - Season 1 - Episode 6

In flashbacks, Stefan reveals to Elena the Salvatore family history, including how his rivalry with Damon began. In the present, Damon impulsively takes control of Vicki's future.

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Pilot
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7.66
2094 votes

#50 - Pilot

Containment - Season 1 - Episode 1

An urban quarantine is enforced in Atlanta after a deadly outbreak of a mysterious disease; Lex Carnahan, a policeman, has to keep peace on the streets while doctors race to find a way to stem the epidemic.

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