The Best Episodes Directed By David Von Ancken

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.4/10(9 votes)

   #1 - After School Special

   S4:E101/17/2013

   Appearing unexpectedly at Mystic Falls High, Rebekah wastes no time trying to force Stefan, Elena and Caroline to answer her questions about the search for a cure, leading to a bombshell piece of information from Elena. When Bonnie’s father, Rudy Owens, accepts the role of Interim Mayor, he makes it a priority to protect his daughter, who isn’t at all comfortable with the role he suddenly wants to play in her life. Professor Shane continues to encourage Bonnie to believe in her powers, but he soon finds himself in danger when he reveals too much to the wrong person. Later, Caroline does her best to comfort Tyler after a violent confrontation. Meanwhile, at the lake house, Damon and Matt train Jeremy, trying to raise his game as a hunter, but Klaus is impatient with their progress and intervenes to speed up the process.

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   8.1/10(24 votes)

   #2 - Blue Code

   S1:E152/16/2012

   Reese discovers there’s more to the story after he infiltrates a smuggling ring to get close to his latest POI.

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   7.5/10(12 votes)

   #3 - Crying Wolf

   S2:E142/10/2011

   Stefan and Elena get away for what they hope will be a romantic weekend at the Gilbert family lake house, not realizing that they’ve been followed. Jenna starts to worry that Alaric isn’t being honest with her. Jules explains the importance of the sun and moon curse to Tyler, but leaves out an important detail. Damon attends a tea at the Historical Society in order to talk to Elijah, but Elijah isn’t giving up any secrets. With help from Caroline and Jeremy, Bonnie uses deceptive measures to get shocking new information out of Luka. Finally, Tyler offers Matt some relationship advice.

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   7.5/10(15 votes)

   #4 - Under Control

   S1:E184/15/2010

   While Stefan struggles to control his new situation, Elena and Jeremy are surprised by a visit from their uncle, John Gilbert. Alaric has an awkward talk with Elena about Isobel. At a Founder’s Day event, Stefan displays a rare party attitude and Damon’s attempt to find out why Uncle John has returned to town takes an ugly turn. An incident at the party causes trouble between Matt and Tyler... and the relationship between Matt and his mother, Kelly, reaches a new low. Meanwhile, Elena’s effort to comfort Jeremy falls short and he decides to take matters into his own hands.

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   7.4/10(21 votes)

   #5 - Pink Champagne on Ice

   S4:E193/29/2012

   While investigating the murder of a casino employee, Jane runs into a stage magician he used to tour with during his time as a mentalist and discovers he is hiding a shocking secret.

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   7.4/10(7 votes)

   #6 - Bonfire of the Vanity

   S2:E1011/10/2008

   Blair sets out on a mission to break up her mother and Cyrus Rose, her new man. Jenny moves in with Agnes as the two continue with their plans for their own fashion line. As Serena continues to fall for Aaron, she learns something that may derail their relationship forever while Dan interviews Bart Bass for an article for New York Magazine.

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   7.0/10(10 votes)

   #7 - The Urge to Purge

   S1:E39/18/2018

   Penelope prepares for her sacrifice. Rick and Jenna weigh the cost of closing their business deal.

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