#Legacies 4.20 - “Just Don’t Be a Stranger, Okay?” live blog recap #legaciesfinale #savelegacies #vampires #werewolves #witches #tribrid #tvd #thevampirediaries #theoriginals

“Just Don’t Be a Stranger, Okay?”
WELCOME HOME – Hope (Danielle Rose Russell), Lizzie (Jenny Boyd), MG (Quincy Fouse), Kaleb (Chris Lee), Jed (Ben Levin), Cleo (Omono Okojie), and Alaric (Matthew Davis) reflect on recent events and what comes next for each of them. Hope and Lizzie each find solace from unexpected yet welcome sources. Also starring Aria Shaghasemi and Leo Howard. The episode was written by Julie Plec & Brett Matthews and directed Michael A. Allowitz (#416). Original airdate 6/16/2022.

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Series finale:

#Legacies not airing tonight after all #legaciescanceled #renewlegacies #savelegacies

The CW has Canceled Legacies

 

After 13 years, 3 shows, and 331 episodes, The Vampire Diaries Universe has ended. The CW canceled Legacies today.

Tonight's episode has moved to June 2 and Legacies‘ June 16 season finale (9/8c) will now have to serve as its series finale.

TVLine readers chose Legacies as the one bubble show they most wanted to be renewed, but alas, it wasn’t to be.

As of April 26, Legacies this season has averaged 760,000 total weekly viewers and a 0.2 demo rating (with Live+7 playback factored in), down from its Season 3 tallies (1 mil/0.3). 

Out of the 19 dramas The CW has aired this TV season, it ranks No. 12 in audience and only trails All American, Superman & Lois, and The Flash in the demo. 

Of note, its audience enjoys one of the two largest DVR bumps (+107%) of any CW series. 

“By The End Of This, You’ll Know Who You Were Meant To Be”
WHAT COMES NEXT – Alaric (Matthew Davis) briefs the Super Squad on what comes next. Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) has a heart-to-heart with Lizzie (Jenny Boyd). MG (Quincy Fouse) helps Ethan (Leo Howard). Cleo (Omono Okojie) continues to test her new powers and figure out her purpose. Meanwhile, Landon (Aria Shaghasemi) takes on a new role. The episode was written by Thomas Brandon and directed by Lauren Petzke (#414). Original airdate 5/12/2022 6/2/2022.

“This Can Only End In Blood”
TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS – Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) presents a challenge to Ken (guest star Luke Mitchell), which he has to accept. Cleo (Omono Okojie) is set on revenge. The Super Squad prepares for the battle of their lives. Meanwhile, Landon (Aria Shaghasemi) has some unexpected visitors. The episode was written by Benjamin Raab & Deric A. Hughes and directed by Jeffrey Hunt (#415). Original airdate 5/19/2022 6/9/2022.

“Do You Mind Staying With Me For Another Minute?”
WELCOME HOME – Hope (Danielle Rose Russell), Lizzie (Jenny Boyd), MG (Quincy Fouse), Kaleb (Chris Lee), Jed (Ben Levin), Cleo (Omono Okojie), and Alaric (Matthew Davis) reflect on recent events and what comes next for each of them. Hope and Lizzie each find solace from unexpected yet welcome sources. Also starring Aria Shaghasemi and Leo Howard. The episode was written by Julie Plec & Brett Matthews and directed by Michael A. Allowitz (#416). Original airdate 5/26/2022 6/16/2022.

#Legacies 3.3 - "Salvatore: The Musical!" live blog #salvatorethemusical #witches #vampires #werewolves #thevampirediaries #theoriginals

"Salvatore: The Musical!"

THE SALVATORE SCHOOL PRESENTS "SALVATORE: THE MUSICAL" - The students prepare to put on a musical about the founding of the Salvatore School at the behest of their mysterious new guidance counselor. Meanwhile, as Landon (Aria Shahghasemi) throws himself into writing the musical and Lizzie (Jenny Boyd), Josie (Kaylee Bryant), Kaleb (Chris Lee) and Jed (Ben Levin) dive into their roles, Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) distances herself from the musical. Jason Stone directed the episode written by Thomas Brandon (#303). Original airdate 2/4/2021.

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Watch "Hello, Brother" scene here.

Episode 3:

#Legacies 2.13 - "You Can't Save Them All" live blog #thevampirediaries #witches #vampires #werewolves

"You Can't Save Them All"

AND SO IT BEGINS — Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) finds herself in a race against the clock as the threat of the prophecy looms and the pressure to rescue the Saltzmans grows. Meanwhile, Alaric’s (Matthew Davis) attempt to keep his family safe leads him to make a difficult decision. Aria Shahghasemi, Kaylee Bryant, Jenny Boyd, Peyton Alex Smith, Quincy Fouse and Chris Lee also star.Jeff Hunt directed the episode written by Brett Matthews & Thomas Brandon (#213). Original airdate 2/13/2020.

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Episode 13:

If you missed the first half of this Kai saga

#Legacies 2.12 - "Kai Parker Screwed Us" live blog #thevampirediaries #witches #vampires #werewolves

"Kai Parker Screwed Us"

CHRIS WOOD RETURNS AS THE VILLAINOUS KAI PARKER — When a series of events leads Josie (Kaylee Bryant), Lizzie (Jenny Boyd) and Alaric (Matthew Davis) to the prison world, they come face to face with the twins’ evil uncle Kai (guest star Chris Wood). Angela Barnes Gomes directed the episode written by Brett Matthews & Thomas Brandon (#212). Original airdate 2/6/2020.

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Episode 12:

#TheOriginals 4.8 - “Voodoo In My Blood” live blog #vampires

“Voodoo In My Blood”

THE VAMPIRE DIARIES’ MATT DAVIS GUEST STARS – After being summoned by The Ancestors, Hayley (Phoebe Tonkin) and Klaus (Joseph Morgan) travel to the ancestral world and come face to face with Davina (guest star Danielle Campbell), Klaus’ former foe and the one person who holds the secrets to The Hollow’s demise. Meanwhile, old wounds are re-opened when Elijah (Daniel Gillies) and Marcel (Charles Michael Davis) are forced into an uneasy alliance. Together, they meet with Alaric (guest star Matt Davis) who has tracked down a crucial artifact that could help in their fight against The Hollow. John Hyams directed the episode written by Talicia Raggs & Christopher Hollier (#408). Original airdate 5/12/2017.

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Episode 8:

#TVDFinale 8.16 - "I Was Feeling Epic" live blog #tvd #vampirediaries

Series Finale

See how the cast wrapped the last day of filming.

"I Was Feeling Epic"

OLD FRIENDS - With the fate of Mystic Falls at stake, Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon (Ian Somerhalder) must fight their greatest enemy for one last battle. Julie Plec directed the episode written by Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson. (#816). Original airdate 3/10/2017.

 

 

 

"The Vampire Diaries: Forever Yours"

IT'S BEEN EPIC - After eight amazing seasons, The Vampire Diaries is coming to a dramatic and epic end. This one-hour retrospective features interviews with past and present cast members and guest stars, a conversation with the executive producers Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson, behind-the-scenes footage from the final season, and special moments from the past eight years. Original airdate 3/10/2017.

#TVD 8.15 - "We're Planning a June Wedding" live blog #vampirediaries #sterolinewedding

"We're Planning a June Wedding"

WEDDING BELLS? - A wedding is quickly planned in order for Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan (Paul Wesley) to lure a dangerous enemy out into the open. This looming threat puts the fate of Mystic Falls in eminent danger and must be destroyed. Chris Grismer directed the episode with the teleplay written by Melinda Hsu Taylor, story by Jen Vestuto and Melissa Marlette. (#815). Original airdate 3/3/2017.

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Doesn't Caroline look gorgeous? The flower canopy is a lovely touch, too.

#TVD 8.14 - "It's Been a Hell of a Ride" live blog #vampirediaries

"It's Been a Hell of a Ride"

WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD - Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan (Paul Wesley) must join forces against Cade (guest star Wolé Parks) in order to save Elena's casket. Meanwhile, Caroline (Candice King) and Alaric (Matt Davis) deal with their daughters' burgeoning magical powers. Pascal Verschooris directed the episode written by Brett Matthews & Shukree Hassan Tilghman (#814). Original airdate 2/24/2017.

Episode 14:

#TVD 8.13 - “The Lies Are Going To Catch Up With You” #vampirediaries live blog

“The Lies Are Going To Catch Up With You”

EVIL IN THE PAST – Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Alaric (Matt Davis) come face to face with an old enemy after they obtain a weapon that may be able to destroy Cade. Stefan (Paul Wesley) is held captive by a surprising acquaintance and is forced to confront a dark secret from his past. Meanwhile, Caroline (Candice King) and Matt (Zach Roerig) try to keep Stefan’s violent history from destroying him. Cade (guest star Wolé Parks) focuses his attention on Bonnie (Kat Graham) and digs deep into her mind. Tony Solomons directed the episode written by Neil Reynolds (#813). Original airdate 2/17/2017.

Episode 13:

#TVD 8.12 - “What Are You?” live blog #vampirediaries

“What Are You?”
SAVING SOULS – In order to save Stefan’s (Paul Wesley) soul, Damon (Ian Somerhalder) makes a deal with Cade (guest star Wolé Parks) to retrieve the Maxwell journal. Alaric (Matt Davis) and Matt (Zach Roerig) refuse to hand the journal over as it may contain the key to destroying Cade. Caroline (Candice King) desperately tries to connect with Stefan before Cade goes through with his plan. Darren Genet directed the episode written by Chad Fiveash & James Stoteraux (#812). Original airdate 2/10/2017.

Episode 12:

#TVD - “You Made A Choice To Be Good” #vampirediaries live blog

“You Made A Choice To Be Good”

WHEN EVIL RETURNS – Cade (guest star Wolé Parks) returns to Mystic Falls and presents Damon (Ian Somerhalder) and Stefan (Paul Wesley) with additional assignments, each with unthinkable consequences. Even with tension growing in their friendship, Caroline (Candice King) and Matt (Zach Roerig) do their best to protect the town’s residents from Cade’s appetite for their souls. Bonnie (Kat Graham) and Enzo (Michael Malarkey) hit the road on a romantic trip, taking the bell with them in hopes to keep it safe. Carol Banker directed the episode written by Melinda Hsu Taylor & Celine Geiger (#811). Original airdate 2/3/2017.

Episode 11:

#TVD 8.10 - "Nostalgia's A Bitch" #vampirediaries live blog

“Nostalgia’s A Bitch”

THE RINGING OF THE BELL – Sybil (guest star Nathalie Kelley) enacts revenge on Damon (Ian Somerhalder) by putting him in a catatonic state. Caroline (Candice King) and Bonnie (Kat Graham) enter Damon’s mind and run into familiar faces from the past, only to discover Stefan (Paul Wesley) is the key to Damon’s fate. It’s a race against time for the bell as both Sybil and her sister Seline (Kristen Gutoskie) jockey for its control. Zach Roerig also stars. Kellie Cyrus directed the episode written by Brett Matthews (#810). Original airdate 1/27/2017.

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Episode 10: