The Vampire Diaries Cast & Character Guide
From Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley played several memorable characters on The Vampire Diaries. But who else was part of the cast?
The Vampire Diaries
Based on the novels by L.J. Smith, The Vampire Diaries is a story about the developing love triangle between Elena Gilbert and two vampiric brothers, Stefan and Damon Salvatore. Set in the town of Mystic Falls, Virginia, the show follows the trio from high school through college as they battle for one another's affection.
The Vampire Diaries
- Cast
- Nina Dobrev , Ian Somerhalder , Steven R. McQueen , Paul Wesley , Kat Graham , Michael Trevino , Michael Malarkey , Zach Roerig , Candice King , Matthew Davis
- Seasons
- 8
- Network
- The CW
- Writers
- Julie Plec , Kevin Williamson , L.J. Smith
- Directors
- John Dahl
- Showrunner
- Julie Plec
- Story By
- L.J. Smith
- Franchise
- The Vampire Diaries
Summary
Based on the novels by L.J. Smith, The Vampire Diaries is a story about the developing love triangle between Elena Gilbert and two vampiric brothers, Stefan and Damon Salvatore. Set in the town of Mystic Falls, Virginia, the show follows the trio from high school through college as they battle for one another's affection. Things were further complicated when Elena Gilbert's doppelganger, Katherine Pierce, lost the love of the Salvatores. From Elena's younger brother complicating things as he becomes a vampire hunter to werewolves, witches, and more, Elena and the brothers have their work cut out for them as they fight to protect Mystic falls from would-be assailants. Initially premiering in 2009, The Vampire Diaries ran for eight seasons and concluded on March 10 2017. The show also connects with other shows, such as the Originals - as the character Klaus is a core character in that show.
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