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The Originals

2013·Show
92Episodes in5Seasons·TV-14
74
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IMDb8.2Metacritic528.1Rotten Tomatoes84%73%
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IMDb8.2Metacritic528.1Rotten Tomatoes84%73%
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The Originals fingerprint

High energy, strong craft.

Energy

Tense and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Deeply romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Romance9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor4
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Family, fantasy, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure Escapism

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About

Always and forever.

The Vampire Diaries spin-off that follows the Mikaelsons, a family of millennia-old, power-hungry vampires who want to reclaim the city they built, New Orleans, and dominate all those who have wronged them.
Gothic Supernatural DramaToxic Family LoyaltyComplex Romantic EntanglementsNew Orleans AtmosphereHigh-Stakes Vampire PoliticsMelodramatic TensionFound Family DynamicsEmotional TurmoilMythological LoreCharacter-Driven Conflict

Crew

Directed by:
Matthew Hastings, Jeffrey G. Hunt, Chris Grismer
Written by:
Michael Narducci, Michelle Paradise, Carina Adly MacKenzie

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Originals

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Originals legally?

PrimePeacockPeacock Premium+

The Originals is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Originals worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 8.2, Rotten Tomatoes 84%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Originals rated?

TV-14ViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Originals have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 92 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Originals?

Critics68
Audiences79

Not quite. Audiences rate The Originals higher (79) than critics (68). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Originals air?

It ran from 2013 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is The Originals in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Originals?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Originals in 117 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Originals use?

Fetus TerribleLike Father, Like SonAnyone Can DieEarly-Bird CameoExpyImprobable Weapon UserNeat FreakAbandoned HospitalTangled Family TreeLike a Son to MeMorality ChainEvil Wears Blackand 107 more

TV Tropes lists 119 storytelling tropes for The Originals, including Fetus Terrible, Like Father, Like Son, Anyone Can Die.