#1
S1E22
From a Cradle to a Grave
Hayley atempts to save her unborn baby from the witches. Francesca meets with Oliver and Jackson to decide the future of the werewolves in New Orleans.
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#2
S3E22
The Bloody Crown
After 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.
#3
S1E21
The Battle of New Orleans
Cami feels threatened, as Marcel rallies an army to take back control of the city.
#4
The Feast of All Sinners
S4E13
#5
Fire with Fire
S2E21
#6
Ashes to Ashes
S2E22
#7
Savior
S3E9
#8
A Streetcar Named Desire
S3E14
#9
No More Heartbreaks
S3E19
#10
The Kindness of Strangers
S5E8
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As Vincent, Marcel and Josh work to clean up the city, an uprising of purist vampires leads the supernatural factions into a deadly showdown. Hope's attempt to bring her family back together leaves her struggling with the consequences. Finally, Freya makes a life-changing decision.
#91
Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
S5E4
#90
Save My Soul
S2E16
#89
They All Asked for You
S2E15
#88
'Til the Day I Die
S5E11
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