Premiered in 2013 as a spin-off of The diary of vampires, The originals followed the life of the Mikaelson family. The show is a supernatural drama series that thrilled audiences with its compelling characters, intricate storylines and unpredictable twists throughout its five seasons. It explored themes of family, loyalty, betrayal, and redemption as the Mikaelson family navigated through various conflicts and challenges that left fans on the edge of their seats, especially at the end of each season.
Of the several movie features that contributed to the success of this CW series was the end of the season, which always left fans eagerly awaiting the next installment. Each season finale had its unique blend of drama, emotion, and shock value as the Mikaelsons encountered increasingly formidable foes and increasingly dire situations. In this article, we rank every season that ends The originals and explore what made them all so memorable. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the show or just looking for a trip down memory lane, this article takes an in-depth look at the dramatic highs and lows of this memorable series.
5 Season 2, Episode 22: “Ashes to Ashes”
After the cliffhanger, the season 1 finale left fans with the second season of The originals lived up to expectations by giving performances that became some of the best moments in the entire series. At the climax of Season 2, we see the Mikaleson siblings take on Esther and Dahlia. However, their victory, led by Klaus, came at the cost of new enemies and lost alliances that we couldn’t wait to see restored.
“Even the worst endings aren’t endings at all.” On the melancholy ballad of ‘Twinkle Little Star’, Klaus Mikaelson rocked hopes to sleep as he told the fairy tale of the wolf king and his little princess. He told of the struggle to ensure Hope’s survival against the plans of Dahlia, who wanted to kidnap her for more power. Compared to its predecessor, the season 2 finale was an acceptable conclusion to a thrilling plot that left us wondering what new conflict would emerge.
4 Season 3, Episode 22: “The Bloody Crown”
The surprise revelation that Neville is the enemy and family to take down the Mikaelsons, according to the prophecy, is one that fans didn’t speculate about as he used his upgraded deadly venom to attack Elijah, Kol, and enslave Klaus. Unlike other seasons of The originals in which the Mikalesons had the last laugh, Season 3 concluded its chapter during the family’s low point moments. Kol, Elijah, Rebekah and Freya are forced into a supernatural coma in a coffin. Klaus is locked in a tomb with Papa Tunde’s enchanted blade buried in his heart, while Hayley fled New Orleans to ensure Hope’s safety and the survival of the Mikaelsons.
With this circumstance, fans doubted whether this was really the end. However, in the contents of Klaus’ touching letter to Hope, we were reassured that the Mikaelsons would definitely return. Let’s also remember Klaus’ speech at trial in this episode, which should have earned Joseph Morgan an Emmy nomination for his exciting acting.
3 Season 4, Episode 13: “The Feast of All Sinners”
The originalsThe season 4 premiere saw the immediate return of the Mikaelsons after five years apart. However, their reunion was quickly interrupted by a new threat, the Hollow. Despite all efforts to keep this ancestral power at bay, the Hollow became one formidable threat to the Mikaelsons. So much so that the only way to keep it from consuming Hope was to split its destructive magic into the four originals. After absorbing the dark magic, the siblings scattered all over the world to prevent its resurgence.
Maybe it’s Hayley dropping Hope off at Mystic Falls – foreshadowing her spin-off series, legacies, in the town where it all started – or the general feel of the episode; words are not enough to fully describe the mixed emotions of inner warmth and sadness that enveloped each of them The originals fan, who sees that Elijah doesn’t recognize Klaus. At first it seemed that the Mikaelsons were doomed; instead, the end of season four gave each Mikaelson a chance to carve their own path beyond “Always and Forever”.
2 Season 1, Episode 22: “From Cradle to Grave”
Season 1 Episode 22 remains one of the best episodes in The originals. It contained key scenes neatly wrapped in an exciting watch that left us wondering just how good this spin-off could be; more interesting is that it has the potential to perform better The diary of vampires‘ good luck. The end of Season 1 was filled with twists and turns from the first scene to the last. Compelling dialogues and events brilliantly laid the groundwork for the next four seasons.
Other Notable Features: The bloody battles in the cemetery, Hayley dies at the hands of the witch coven and resurrects minutes later to lead Klaus and Elijah to retrieve Hope, Neville saves the day after being banished, Rebekah returns to rescue her little niece away from the New Orleans tumult, Davina resurrecting Mikael, and the shocking return of Esther, Finn and Kol in the final scene for the debut season – all proved that the family-oriented supernatural series wasn’t going to end anytime soon.
1 Season 5, Episode 13: “When the Saints Go Marching in”
Unable to completely eradicate the Hollow’s dark magic from Hope, Klaus sees no option but to overcome the Hollow by absorbing it and ending its immortality. Just as Klaus will die on his terms, Elijah chooses to die by his side. Their best brotherly moments follow, with Elijah repeating his vow of “Always and Forever”.
Tears, tissues, white oak and ashes. We could talk about how the brothers start and end The originals on the same couch, Klaus’s ecstatic farewell dinner where the Mikaelsons acted like a normal family, and his farewell speech to his siblings proving that his death won’t be the end of the Mikaelsons, Klaroline’s date we wish had more tender moments , Hayley’s brief cameo in Hope’s bedroom, Vincent agreeing to start a family with Freya and Keelin, Rebekah accepting Neville’s marriage proposal, or the wall photo collage of Cami, Josh, and every character killed off on the show. In Season 5 Episode 13, audiences were honored with a tribute to the best supporting characters when they got the piece of goodbye they deserved.
After five years of watching a show and its beloved characters, it’s sad to see it end, especially when the finale leaves fans in an emotional mess that leaves some fans upset, which is understandable. However, in the case of this series, it’s important that fans look at the bigger picture of why Klaus and Elijah had to die. Aside from the heartbreaking poetic demise of the Mikaelson brothers in this bittersweet ending, several wholesome moments and callbacks from this finale offer longtime viewers solace. At the same time, as a compliment to the beauty of this episode, that comes along with the undeniable fact, that The originals is one of the best fantasy TV series of all time.