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Premiered

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Ended: Tuesday, May 13, 2014

When does The Originals Season 1 come out?

The Originals Season 1 premiered Thursday, October 3, 2013 on The CW and ended Tuesday, May 13, 2014. The season has 22 episodes.

Family is power. The Original Vampire family swore it to each other a thousand years ago. They pledged to remain together, always and forever. Now, centuries have passed and the bonds of family are broken. Time, tragedy and hunger for power have torn the Original Family apart. When Klaus Mikaelson, the original vampire-werewolf hybrid, receives a mysterious tip that a plot is brewing against him in the supernatural melting pot that is the French Quarter of New Orleans, he returns to the city his family helped build. Klaus’ questions lead him to a reunion with his diabolical former protégé, Marcel, a charismatic vampire who has total control over the human and supernatural inhabitants of New Orleans.

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The Originals Season 1 episode release dates
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1. Always and Forever

Klaus returns to the French Quarter of New Orleans, a place where he helped build centuries ago. Now he sees that it has been taken over by his former protege Marcel. Camille, a psychology student, doesn't believe in supernatural beings. However, she finds herself drawn to Klaus. Meanwhile, Hayley and Elijah wait to see what Klaus will do next.

Thursday · 13 years ago

2. House of the Rising Son

Rebekah arrives in New Orleans at her brother Elijah's insistence, but, concerned that Klaus is up to no good, she seeks help from a reluctant Sophie. Marcel enlists Davina's help.

Tuesday · 13 years ago

3. Tangled Up in Blue

Betrayal at the masquerade ball? Klaus and Rebekah come together to attempt to unravel Marcel's empire from within, in spite of Elijah's concerns. They enlist help from Sophie.

Tuesday · 13 years ago

4. Girl in New Orleans

Determined Rebekah is on a mission to get to the bottom of a recent strange encounter involving Elijah. Davina convinces Marcel to let her attend an annual street music festival.

Tuesday · 13 years ago

5. Sinners and Saints

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.

Tuesday · 13 years ago

6. Fruit of the Poisoned Tree

Klaus goes to extreme measures to protect Hayley and their unborn baby when he learns Hayley's life is being threatened. Meanwhile, Cami turns to Father Kieran for guidance. Marcel seeks advice from an old friend. Davina tries to control her magic.

Tuesday · 13 years ago

7. Bloodletting

Hayley goes missing after someone from her past makes a startling revelation. Klaus has a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor. Davina makes a surprising connection. Marcel makes Rebekah an enticing offer that leaves her torn.

Tuesday · 13 years ago

8. The River in Reverse

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

Tuesday · 12 years ago

9. Reigning Pain in New Orleans

Klaus tries to get adapted to his new duties as he became the king of the city. He offers Marcel a compromise and he fixes his relationship with his siblings. Davina feels betrayed by Marcel. She finally finds an ally, Cami.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

10. The Casket Girls

Locals prepare to celebrate the annual Casket Girls Festival in the French Quarter. Davina tries to free Cami from Klaus's mind compulsion. Hayley is forced to make a difficult decision after she receives an unexpected phone call.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

11. Après Moi, Le Déluge

Davina becomes violently ill and the repercussions affect the entire French Quarter. Sophie delivers some startling information about the harvest festival and presents a drastic plan to save Davina. Hayley, racked with guilt, confesses to Elijah about her role in Sophie's plan.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

12. Dance Back from the Grave

Tension between Marcel and Klaus results in Marcel refusing to help Klaus with a gruesome discovery in the Cauldron. Rebekah revisits her past when she finds the remnants of a sacrifice by the docks - the work of a dangerous warlock she has come across before. Klaus battles, but his opponent has an unfair advantage.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

13. Crescent City

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.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

14. Long Way Back from Hell

In 1919, Rebekah worked in a sanatorium. She finds herself back there and locked up as a witch who is seeking revenge plans to reveal her darkest secrets. Elijah makes a decision that puts the others in further danger.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

15. Le Grand Guignol

Rebekah and Marcel have been trying to keep a secret from Klaus which may come to the light as we flashback to 1919. Elijah and Monique bond. Hayley takes Sabine hostage to try and get information on reversing the curse on her clan.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

16. Farewell to Storyville

Since the original vampires were stuck in the cemetery, Klaus takes any chances to punish his sister with the Original-killer stake.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

17. Moon Over Bourbon Street

Elijah is taking control of the quarter and receives a surprising offer, and they know how to throw a party.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

18. The Big Uneasy

Genevieve asks Elijah to allow her coven to publicly celebrate a traditional feast day, where members of the community offer the witches gifts in return for blessings. Meanwhile, Elijah makes plans to restore his home to its former glory; and Klaus sends Cary, a werewolf from his own line, to find a missing piece of family history.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

19. An Unblinking Death

Kieran lashes out unexpectedly after Cami's good intentions don't get her what she expected. Elijah and Klaus can't agree on how to handle the Crescent Wolves. Elijah visits the bayou were he is witness to a explosion that see's hatred between the communities intensify. Hayley learns about her family from Marcel.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

20. A Closer Walk with Thee

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.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

21. The Battle of New Orleans

Cami feels threatened, as Marcel rallies an army to take back control of the city.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

22. From a Cradle to a Grave Finale

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.

Tuesday · 12 years ago

The Originals Season 1 guest stars

  • Yusuf Gatewood

    Yusuf Gatewood

    Vincent Griffith

  • Steven Krueger

    Steven Krueger

    Josh Rosza

  • Claire Holt

    Claire Holt

    Rebekah Mikaelson

  • Peta Sergeant

    Peta Sergeant

    Francesca Correa

  • Sebastian Roché

    Sebastian Roché

    Mikael

  • Nathaniel Buzolic

    Nathaniel Buzolic

    Kol Mikaelson

  • Nathan Parsons

    Nathan Parsons

    Jackson Kenner

  • Lauren Emily Townsend

    Casket girl

  • Lyle Brocato

    Lyle Brocato

    Doctor

  • Natalie Dreyfuss

    Natalie Dreyfuss

    Cassie

  • John Redlinger

    John Redlinger

    Emil

  • Roman Spink

    Roman Spink

    Young Kol (uncredited)

  • Shannon Eubanks

    Shannon Eubanks

    Bastianna

  • Daniella Pineda

    Daniella Pineda

    Sophie Deveraux

  • Shannon Kane

    Shannon Kane

    Sabine Laurent

  • Eka Darville

    Eka Darville

    Diego

The Originals Season 1 FAQ

When does The Originals Season 1 come out?

The Originals Season 1 premiered Thursday, October 3, 2013 on The CW.

How many episodes are in The Originals Season 1?

The Originals Season 1 has 22 episodes.

Are new episodes of The Originals Season 1 released weekly?

New episodes are released weekly.

When is the The Originals Season 1 finale?

The The Originals Season 1 finale (Episode 22) aired Tuesday, May 13, 2014.

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