Dean
4/10Teenage vampire soap opera. Probably the worst vampire TV show.
Reviewed on August 29, 2019
The Vampire Diaries(2009)
You remember your first kiss forever... and ever.
8.38 seasons171 episodesEnded
DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
The Vampire Diaries Synopsis
The story of two vampire brothers obsessed with the same girl, who bears a striking resemblance to the beautiful but ruthless vampire they knew and loved in 1864.
The Vampire Diaries (2009) is a drama and sci-fi & fantasy series that premiered on September 10, 2009, spanning 8 seasons and 171 episodes. It stars Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder, Kat Graham and Candice King. Viewers rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 9,744 ratings.
- First aired:
- 2009-09-10
- Last aired:
- 2017-03-10
- Producers:
- Kevin Williamson, Julie Plec, Leslie Morgenstein
The Vampire Diaries (2009) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Vampire Diaries before you start streaming.
The Vampire Diaries Cast & Crew
Main cast
Paul Wesley
as Stefan Salvatore
Ian Somerhalder
as Damon Salvatore
Kat Graham
as Bonnie Bennett
Candice King
as Caroline Forbes
Zach Roerig
as Matt Donovan
Michael Malarkey
as Enzo St. John
Matthew Davis
as Alaric Saltzman
Key crew
Executive produced by Kevin Williamson, Julie Plec and Leslie Morgenstein.
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The Vampire Diaries Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.3/10 from 9,744 ratings.
gnawbone
5/10Toss out everything you've learned about the traditional vampire. I scoffed and couldn't finish episode two. The overly loud terrible music soundtrack gave me a headache. The "evil" brother was the only thing that kept me watching episode two but I couldn't take the music anymore.
Reviewed on July 10, 2021
milo_mochi
Man, it’s been hell of a ride. I got emotionally attached to this series. I cried with these characters. I laughed with them. I don’t know why other people hate it but I loved it. Sure it got a little bit boring when you got closer to the ending but it’s worth a shot. Overall I’ll give this 8.5/10.
Reviewed on February 8, 2025
Lourdes Storchi
*The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017) ★★★★★* A show that stole my heart. As a fan since the first season, I can say that The Vampire Diaries is more than just a vampire series. It's an emotional rollercoaster with complex characters, unexpected twists, and a love that transcends death. The story of Elena, Stefan, and Damon is addictive, with a love triangle that'll make you question your own choices. The Salvatore…
Reviewed on January 14, 2026
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The Vampire Diaries – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream The Vampire Diaries?
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The Vampire Diaries (2009) is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Peacock Premium, HBO Max and Peacock Premium Plus, with episodes also available to buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. Availability comes from JustWatch data and varies by country.
How many seasons of The Vampire Diaries are there?
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The Vampire Diaries has 8 seasons and 171 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on September 10, 2009.
Is The Vampire Diaries still running?
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No. The Vampire Diaries is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on March 10, 2017.
Who is in the cast of The Vampire Diaries?
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The Vampire Diaries (2009) stars Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder, Kat Graham, Candice King and Zach Roerig. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is The Vampire Diaries any good?
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The Vampire Diaries (2009) is rated 8.3 out of 10 from 9,744 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like drama and sci-fi & fantasy series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.
Where can I watch the The Vampire Diaries trailer?
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The official The Vampire Diaries trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly in your browser.