The Originals
The Mikaelsons move to New Orleans and form an alliance with local witches in an effort to rule the city once again in this 'Vampire Diaries' spinoff.
- Metascore52
- 2013-2018
- 5 seasons
- The CW
- Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Suspense
- TV-14
The Mikaelsons move to New Orleans and form an alliance with local witches in an effort to rule the city once again in this 'Vampire Diaries' spinoff.
Season 5 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
Where You Left Your Heart
Wed, Apr 18, 2018 42 mins
Desperate to see her father, Hope resorts to drastic measures to bring her father back to New Orleans; Freya's guilt over not being able to reunite her family gets in the way of her happiness with Keelin; Rebekah struggles with commitment issues.
Episode 2
One Wrong Turn on Bourbon
Wed, Apr 25, 2018 42 mins
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.
Episode 3
Ne Me Quitte Pas
Wed, May 2, 2018 42 mins
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.
Episode 4
Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
Wed, May 9, 2018 42 mins
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.
Episode 5
Don't It Just Break Your Heart
Wed, May 16, 2018 42 mins
A mysterious clue sent to Klaus (Joseph Morgan) leads him one step closer to finding Hayley. Antoinette (guest star Jaime Murray) opens up to Elijah (Daniel Gillies) after her past comes back to haunt her. Meanwhile, Marcel (Charles Michael Davis) makes a decision that puts him at odds with Klaus. Finally, Hope (Danielle Rose Russell) takes matters into her own hands to fix the mess that she's created.
Episode 6
What, Will, I, Have, Left
Wed, May 30, 2018 41 mins
After learning how she can get Hayley back, Hope sets off on a dangerous mission to end the mess she started. Klaus turns to Caroline for help when he discovers Hope's plan. Vincent and Freya clash over whether to let Declan in on New Orleans's supernatural secrets.
Episode 7
God's Gonna Trouble the Water
Wed, Jun 6, 2018 41 mins
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.
Episode 8
The Kindness of Strangers
Wed, Jun 13, 2018 42 mins
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."
Episode 9
We Have Not Long to Love
Wed, Jun 20, 2018 41 mins
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.
Episode 10
There in the Disappearing Light
Wed, Jul 11, 2018 42 mins
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.
Episode 11
'Til the Day I Die
Wed, Jul 18, 2018 42 mins
Klaus turns to Davina for help to learn more about a mysterious affliction affecting Hope. On their wedding day, Freya and Keelin make a tough decision about their future together, while Elijah is forced to confront a past memory of Hayley. Finally, Declan's growing curiosity in the city's supernatural secrets forces Marcel to step in.
Episode 12
The Tale of Two Wolves
Wed, Jul 25, 2018 42 mins
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.
Episode 13
When the Saints Go Marching In
Wed, Aug 1, 2018 42 mins
Intent on saving Hope's life, Klaus' plan will change the lives of the Mikaelson family forever.
