The Vampire Diaries: Season 8
- 2016
- 16 episodes
- 43m
The final season of "The Vampire Diaries" begins a few months after it left off, with Damon and Enzo on an epic killing spree after being kidnapped and enslaved by the Siren Sybil. During the search to find them, Stefan, Bonnie, Caroline, and Alaric discover that the mysterious force they are up against may be more powerful than they thought and they must go to great lengths to keep the people they love safe. When they discover Sybil's motive, they must do everything in their power to prevent her from accomplishing her goal. Caroline and Stefan take a big step in their relationship, but when Stefan is forced to turn off his humanity to protect the people he loves their plans are put on hold.
Season 8 of The Vampire Diaries premiered on October 21, 2016 and has 16 episodes, from "Hello, Brother" to "I Was Feeling Epic". The last episode aired on March 10, 2017.
Where to watch The Vampire Diaries
In the United States, you can stream The Vampire Diaries on HBO Max and Peacock. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 135 countries.
Episodes
Episode 1Hello, BrotherAired October 21, 2016
Months after Damon and Enzo mysteriously vanished from the Armory vault, Stefan tirelessly pushes forward with their search, while Bonnie struggles holding onto hope that they will be found. Meanwhile, a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor leaves Caroline and Alaric fearing that someone – or something – may be targeting their family. Finally, after following some mysterious clues, Stefan realizes that whatever has a hold of his brother may have a more damaging grip over him than he could have ever imagined.
Guest stars
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Allison Scagliotti Georgie Dowling
- Aisha Duran Virginia
- Dietrich Teschner Buck
Episode 2Today Will Be DifferentAired October 28, 2016
After learning that someone from Stefan’s past may be Damon and Enzo’s next target, Stefan, Bonnie and Caroline head to North Carolina. There, Bonnie takes drastic measures in an attempt to break Enzo free of whatever has a hold over him. At the Armory, Alaric and Georgie stumble upon a mysterious symbol that may be related to the supernatural force controlling Damon and Enzo. Finally, Caroline gets an unexpected surprise from Stefan.
Guest stars
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Tristin Mays Sarah Nelson
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman (voice)
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Allison Scagliotti Georgie Dowling
- Rick Hearst Businessman
Episode 3You Decided That I Was Worth SavingAired November 4, 2016
As Enzo continues to fight the control over him, Bonnie finds herself at the center of a deadly game and forced to make a heart wrenching decision involving two of the most important people in her life. At the Armory, Alaric researches a mysterious artifact that he hopes will help in their fight to get Damon and Enzo back. Finally, Damon’s downward spiral leads him to Tyler Lockwood who attempts to talk some sense into him before it’s too late.
Guest stars
- Michael Trevino Tyler Lockwood
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Marguerite MacIntyre Sheriff Liz Forbes
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Allison Scagliotti Georgie Dowling
- Erica Page Bridal Clerk
Episode 4An Eternity of MiseryAired November 11, 2016
Tasked with finding a mysterious artifact, Damon’s latest mission takes him to Texas where a violent run-in with Peter Maxwell leads to a surprising revelation. Meanwhile, after gaining the upper hand in their fight to save Damon and Enzo, Stefan and Alaric team up and uncover the origins of the mysterious force they’re up against. Finally, Matt returns to the fray after his past and present collide in an unexpected way.
Guest stars
- Michael Trevino Tyler Lockwood
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Allison Scagliotti Georgie Dowling
- Wolé Parks Cade
- Joel Gretsch Peter Maxwell
Episode 5Coming Home Was a MistakeAired November 18, 2016
Spiraling down a dangerous path of self-destruction, Damon’s latest actions prove he may be beyond the point of return. Unwilling to give up on his brother, Stefan is forced to make a gut-wrenching decision that threatens to change their relationship forever. Elsewhere, Bonnie gets advice from Caroline on how to break through to Enzo, while Matt attempts to decipher a mysterious box of messages that he’s received. Finally, after tragedy strikes close to home, Stefan and the others are forced to remember what matters most to them.
Guest stars
- Michael Trevino Tyler Lockwood
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Joel Gretsch Peter Maxwell
- Shelli Delgado Carnival Goer
Episode 6Detoured on Some Random Backwoods Path to HellAired December 2, 2016
When her children become the focus of the Siren’s latest plan, Caroline takes drastic measures to ensure nothing gets in the way of keeping her family safe. In a race against the clock, Stefan pledges to do everything he can to save the twins, while tensions between Alaric and Caroline boil over, leading them to face some harsh realities about the future of their family. Meanwhile, when Enzo finds himself unable to fight off Sybil’s latest move, Stefan dives into his subconscious and along the way, sets off a chain of events that leaves him faced with a life-changing decision.
Guest stars
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Wolé Parks Cade
- Corey Maher State Cop
- Michael Rubino Detective
Episode 7The Next Time I Hurt Somebody, It Could Be YouAired December 9, 2016
Faced with the fallout from his interaction with Cade, Stefan is determined to have one thing go right – Christmas Eve with Caroline. However, when Damon and Sybil crash their Christmas Eve dinner, which had been joined by Alaric, Matt and Peter, things quickly take a dark and twisted turn. Meanwhile, in a series of flashbacks to Stefan’s past, Cade’s attempt to entice him with his mysterious agenda leaves Stefan faced with an unimaginable decision.
Guest stars
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Samuel Goergen Lawrence
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Wolé Parks Cade
- Joel Gretsch Peter Maxwell
- Skylar Morgan Jones Francine
Episode 8We Have History TogetherAired January 13, 2017
Stefan and Damon attend an anger management support group looking for their next victim. Sybil is still alive and teaching a group of high school students who she’ll later use as leverage to get Caroline to locate a historical artifact that can be used against her. Meanwhile, Stefan and Damon continue their commitment to Cade as they test the morals of a young doctor, Tara.
Guest stars
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Joel Gretsch Peter Maxwell
- Sammi Hanratty Violet Fell
- Alexandra Chando Tara
- Anthony S. Goolsby Group Leader
- Devin McGee Orange Vest Man
Episode 9The Simple Intimacy of the Near TouchAired January 20, 2017
Stefan and Damon return to Mystic Falls at Sybil’s request as she is still in search of the historical artifact. Bonnie returns from Paris wearing a vile of Enzo’s blood making Caroline, wonder if she will become a vampire. Stefan, Damon, Caroline, Bonnie and Enzo all attend the Miss Mystic Falls pageant where Sybil continues to taunt Damon with memories of Elena.
Guest stars
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Sammi Hanratty Violet Fell
- Chris Greene Deputy Martinson
- Jonathan D. Williams Sheriff Jenkins
- Julia Vasi Trudy Sulez
Episode 10Nostalgia's a BitchAired January 27, 2017
Sybil enacts revenge on Damon by putting him in a catatonic state. Caroline and Bonnie enter Damon’s mind and run into familiar faces from the past, only to discover Stefan is the key to Damon’s fate. It’s a race against time for the bell as both Sybil and her sister Seline jockey for its control.
Guest stars
- Michael Trevino Tyler Lockwood
- Evan Gamble Henry
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Jasmine Guy Sheila 'Grams' Bennett
- Marguerite MacIntyre Sheriff Liz Forbes
- Kayla Ewell Vicki Donovan
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Wolé Parks Cade
Episode 11You Made a Choice to Be GoodAired February 3, 2017
Cade returns to Mystic Falls and presents Damon and Stefan with additional assignments, each with unthinkable consequences. Even with tension growing in their friendship, Caroline and Matt do their best to protect the town’s residents from Cade’s appetite for their souls. Bonnie and Enzo hit the road on a romantic trip, taking the bell with them in hopes to keep it safe.
Guest stars
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Wolé Parks Cade
- Reece Odum Realtor
Episode 12What Are You?Aired February 10, 2017
In order to save Stefan’s soul, Damon makes a deal with Cade to retrieve the Maxwell journal. Alaric and Matt refuse to hand the journal over as it may contain the key to destroying Cade. Caroline desperately tries to connect with Stefan before Cade goes through with his plan.
Guest stars
- Chris Wood Kai Parker
- Persia White Abby Bennett Wilson
- Kristen Lee Gutoskie Seline
- Jaz Sinclair Beatrice Bennett
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Nathalie Kelley Sybil
- Wolé Parks Cade
- Reece Odum Karen
Episode 13The Lies Will Catch Up To YouAired February 17, 2017
Damon and Alaric come face to face with an old enemy after they obtain a weapon that may be able to destroy Cade. Stefan is held captive by a surprising acquaintance and is forced to confront a dark secret from his past. Meanwhile, Caroline and Matt try to keep Stefan’s violent history from destroying him. Cade focuses his attention on Bonnie and digs deep into her mind.
Guest stars
- Chris Wood Kai Parker
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Wolé Parks Cade
- Brent McGee Mystic Waiter
- Maurice Johnson Washed up Man
- Kenny Barr Line Cook
Episode 14It’s Been a Hell of a RideAired February 24, 2017
Damon and Stefan must join forces against Cade in order to save Elena’s casket. Meanwhile, Caroline and Alaric deal with their daughters’ burgeoning magical powers.
Guest stars
- Chris Wood Kai Parker
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Wolé Parks Cade
Episode 15We’re Planning a June WeddingAired March 3, 2017
A wedding is quickly planned in order for Damon and Stefan to lure a dangerous enemy out into the open. This looming threat puts the fate of Mystic Falls in eminent danger and must be destroyed.
Guest stars
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Demetrius Bridges Dorian Williams
- Lily Rose Smith Josie Saltzman
- Kayla Ewell Vicki Donovan
- Melinda Clarke Kelly Donovan
- Joel Gretsch Peter Maxwell
- Julia Vasi Trudy Sulez
- Andrew Ruse Young Man
Episode 16I Was Feeling EpicAired March 10, 2017
With the fate of Mystic Falls at stake, Stefan and Damon must fight their greatest enemy for one last battle.
Guest stars
- Nina Dobrev Elena Gilbert / Katherine Pierce
- Steven R. McQueen Jeremy Gilbert
- Sara Canning Jenna Sommers
- Michael Trevino Tyler Lockwood
- Natashia Williams Lucy
- Tierney Smith Lizzie Saltzman
- Jodi Lyn O'Keefe Jo Laughlin
- Jaz Sinclair Beatrice Bennett
