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- DirectorMillicent SheltonStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinEveryone joins together in an attempt to save Cami's life.Season 3 Episode 19
- DirectorJoseph MorganStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinWhen its discovered that Freya has been kidnapped and is in the hands of a dangerous new threat, the Mikaelson brothers are forced to put aside their differences in order to save her before it's too late. Following a lead that brings them to Mystic Falls, Elijah and Finn run into deputy Matt Donovan, who does not take well to new vampires in his town. Meanwhile, Klaus and Hayley work together to uncover the motive behind one of Lucien's secret agendas, while a troubling shift in Kol's behavior leaves Davina concerned for their future together.Season 3 Episode 17
- DirectorDavid StraitonStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinAfter discovering that he's been betrayed by his own siblings, Klaus teams up with an unlikely ally and sets off on a warpath, hell- bent on revenge. Amidst the news that Klaus is on the loose, Elijah, Rebekah and Freya move forward with their plan to lure Dahlia to the compound and take her down once and for all. Meanwhile, Hayley and Jackson attempt to escape through the flooded bayou, even as Marcel finds himself hunted by a dangerous new threat. Finally, Davina is presented with an offer that could allow her the chance to bring back Kol, though it will require her to make a life-altering decision.Season 2 Episode 21
- DirectorMatthew HastingsStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinAfter months of thwarting off dangerous threats and deadly attacks, the Mikaelson siblings finally come face to face with the one person that could lead to their ultimate demise. With the stakes higher than ever and the compound overrun by an army of his oldest sworn enemies, Klaus is put on trial for centuries of atrocities he's committed. Meanwhile, Marcel, who has been spiraling out of control following an act of betrayal by those closest to him, is stunned by the unexpected arrival of someone from his past. Finally, Elijah, Freya and Kol frantically search for a way to save their family before it's too late. Hayley also appears.Season 3 Episode 22
SEASON 3 FINALE - DirectorBethany RooneyStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinThe 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.Season 4 Episode 13
SEASON 4 FINALE - DirectorMatthew HastingsStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinWhen 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.Season 3 Episode 9
- DirectorJeffrey G. HuntStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinWhen 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.Season 3 Episode 15
- DirectorLeslie LibmanStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinRebekah persuades Klaus and Elijah to take part in a family tradition from their childhood.Season 2 Episode 9
- DirectorBethany RooneyStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinSetting the stage for a bloody showdown, Dahlia gives Klaus and Hayley a deadline to turn over baby Hope. Elijah attempts to convince Klaus that they need to work together in their fight against Dahlia, but Klaus forges ahead with his own dangerous plan, leaving everyone concerned about his next steps. Meanwhile, when Hayley realizes their chances of outrunning Dahlia are slim, she devises a risky plan and enlists Aiden's help. Elsewhere, Freya gives Rebekah and Elijah an ultimatum, and Marcel strategizes on how best to deal with Klaus' erratic behavior.Season 2 Episode 19
- DirectorMatthew HastingsStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinAs the baby's due date draws near, Klaus and Elijah embark on a search for Hayley, while Hayley determines to do whatever it takes to keep her unborn baby safe and away from the witches. Francesca takes a meeting with Oliver and Jackson to determine the future of the werewolves in New Orleans. In the aftermath of a surprising attack on Marcel and his vampires at the compound, Davina and Cami join resources to take down Klaus. Finally, in a desperate move to protect those most important to him, Klaus makes a heartbreaking decision.Season 1 Episode 22
SEASON 1 FINALE - DirectorJeffrey G. HuntStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinKlaus and Elijah enact a plan to collect the sacred stones needed by Genevieve in order to forever change the fates of Hayley and the werewolf community. Realizing that Klaus' plan will lead to the extermination of all French Quarter vampires, Marcel rallies an army determined to take down the Mikaelsons and regain control of the city. Davina warns Josh to leave town as she is forced to make a fateful decision that will turn the tide of war. Meanwhile, Francesca threatens Cami, who attempts to decipher a code that results in a surprising revelation among the city's factions.Season 1 Episode 21
- DirectorDermott DownsStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinKlaus must put aside his mistrust for Freya in order to save Rebekah's life.Season 2 Episode 17
- DirectorMatthew HastingsStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinThe unexpected arrival of Stefan Salvatore may be the key to helping Freya rescue Klaus and Elijah from a magical trap.Season 3 Episode 14
- DirectorKellie CyrusStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinAs 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."Season 5 Episode 8
- DirectorRudy PersicoStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinWith 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.Season 5 Episode 12
- DirectorLance AndersonStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinOn the fifth anniversary of the Mikaelson's defeat, Marcel is king of the city and welcomes the unsired vampires to New Orleans, only to find they pose an unexpected threat to his rule, leading him to seek counsel from an unlikely source.Season 4 Episode 1
SEASON 4 PREMIERE - DirectorMichael GrossmanStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinKlaus declares war on his enemies. Hayley and Jack become Tristan's pawns.Season 3 Episode 10
- DirectorMatthew HastingsStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinWith time running out, Klaus' ultimate plan to protect baby Hope at all costs continues to take shape. As tensions between the siblings come to a head, Camille reveals a vital piece of information that causes Elijah and Rebekah to reconsider their plan of attack against Dahlia. Davina finds herself one step closer to fulfilling the promise she made to Kol, while Freya is forced to take drastic measures to protect herself against Dahlia. Elsewhere, Marcel has to put aside his fury at Klaus in order to protect himself and everyone in their sire line. Meanwhile, Vincent finds himself torn between the prospects of a magic-free life away from New Orleans and a personal obligation to protect Davina. Finally, with their risky plan in place, the Mikaelson siblings prepare for the fight of their lives.Season 2 Episode 22
SEASON 2 FINALE - DirectorJeffrey G. HuntStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinAfter receiving new visions of the looming prophecy, Freya uncovers that her family is on a collision course with a dangerous new enemy. Meanwhile, with the help of Detective Kinney, Vincent and Kol travel to the ancestral world to put a stop to the witches and take back their city once and for all. Elsewhere, Klaus and Elijah confront Marcel after a heartbreaking plan gone wrong has sent him spiraling. Hayley and Davina also appear.Season 3 Episode 21
- DirectorJesse WarnStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinAs the city celebrates its annual Jazz Fest, an unlikely team of Mikaelson foes joins forces to take Klaus hostage. Leading the charge to get their brother back, Elijah and Freya face off against a powerful force like none they've ever seen before, while Hayley and Cami set their own risky plan in motion to rescue Klaus. Meanwhile, when Kol's erratic behavior worsens, Davina has no choice but to turn to Marcel and Vincent for help.Season 3 Episode 18
- DirectorJesse WarnStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesClaire HoltSince the original vampires were stuck in the cemetery, Klaus takes any chances to punish his sister with the Original-killer stake.Season 1 Episode 16
- DirectorMichael GrossmanStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinWhen The Hollow targets the most vulnerable Mikaelson, Klaus is forced to rely on Vincent, who believes he can use The Hollow's own dark magic to defeat their enemy for good.Season 4 Episode 12
- DirectorJeffrey G. HuntStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinDavina 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.Season 2 Episode 4
- DirectorMatthew HastingsStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesPhoebe TonkinCami teams up with Marcel and Gia after she becomes suspicious of her faculty advisor Vincent. Lastly, in a surprising turn of events, Klaus comes face-to-face with a visitor from his past.Season 2 Episode 6
- DirectorLeslie LibmanStarsJoseph MorganDaniel GilliesClaire HoltWhen Davina becomes violently ill and the repercussions soon begin to affect the entire French Quarter, Marcel, Klaus, Elijah and Rebekah rush to find out what is going on. Sophie approaches the others with some startling information about the Harvest Festival and presents a drastic plan to save Davina. Elsewhere, Hayley is racked with guilt as she comes clean to Elijah about her role in Sophie's plan. Last, a sequence of unforeseen events sends shockwaves through the French Quarter.Season 1 Episode 11