The Best Episodes Directed By Matthew Hastings

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.6/10(14 votes)

   #1 - Savior

   S3:E912/10/2015

   When a dangerous affliction threatens to expose one of her siblings, Freya searches for a way to reverse the crippling curse even as she finds herself the target of The Strix's latest plan. Elsewhere, Klaus keeps a watchful eye over Cami while she attempts to help Detective Kinney, whose life has begun to spiral out of control as a result of Lucien's compulsion. Meanwhile, a confrontation with Marcel causes Vincent to reevaluate his decision to stay out of witch business, and Hayley's attempt at a quiet Christmas with Jackson and Hope results in an unexpected surprise.

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   8.6/10(10 votes)

   #2 - Ashes To Ashes

   S2:E225/11/2015

   With time running out, Klaus' ultimate plan to protect baby Hope at all costs continues to take shape.Source: CW

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   8.5/10(12 votes)

   #3 - A Streetcar Named Desire (II)

   S3:E142/26/2016

   With the threat of the prophecy looming over their heads, Klaus and Elijah find themselves rendered useless inside a magical trap, while Aya and The Strix's coven of witches move forward with a risky spell that could take one of them down for good. Elsewhere, Freya leads the charge to get her brothers back and enlists the help of Marcel, Hayley and Stefan Salvatore, an old friend of Klaus', whose unexpected arrival may be the key to their survival. Finally, Davina moves forward with a dangerous plan that brings her one step closer to reuniting with Kol. The crossover starts on The Vampire Diaries S7E14 Moonlight on the Bayou (I).

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   8.5/10(13 votes)

   #4 - The Bloody Crown

   S3:E225/20/2016

   After months of thwarting off dangerous threats and deadly attacks, the Mikaelson siblings finally come face to face with the one person that could lead to their ultimate demise. With the stakes higher than ever and the compound overrun by an army of his oldest sworn enemies, Klaus is put on trial for centuries of atrocities he’s committed. Meanwhile, Marcel, who has been spiraling out of control following an act of betrayal by those closest to him, is stunned by the unexpected arrival of someone from his past. Finally, Elijah, Freya and Kol frantically search for a way to save their family before it’s too late.

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   8.5/10(4 votes)

   #5 - Bound by Blood

   S2:E92/27/2017

   With word getting out that Clary is a key part of Valentine’s plan, the Downworlders are at odds on how to handle the issue. But when Iris activates her blood oath, Clary has more to worry about than hiding from Valentine and the Downworlders. Meanwhile, Isabelle and Raphael get closer as Alec tries to figure out what’s going on with his sister.

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   8.3/10(10 votes)

   #6 - Wheel Inside the Wheel

   S2:E611/10/2014

   Cami teams up with Marcel and Gia after she becomes suspicious of her faculty advisor Vincent. Lastly, in a surprising turn of events, Klaus comes face-to-face with a visitor from his past.

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   8.3/10(14 votes)

   #7 - From a Cradle to a Grave

   S1:E225/13/2014

   Hayley atempts to save her unborn baby from the witches. Francesca meets with Oliver and Jackson to decide the future of the werewolves in New Orleans.

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   8.2/10(9 votes)

   #8 - Sanctuary

   S2:E122/2/2015

   Rebekah becomes interested in a girl. Hayley struggles with coming clean and is surprised by something Jackson admits. Klaus learns something and heads to confront Hayley. Vincent sets his eyes on Marcel for answers to what Klaus is hiding.

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   8.2/10(4 votes)

   #9 - On Infernal Ground

   S3:E13/20/2018

   Secrets abound as the Shadowhunters and Downworlders try to get back to normal after Valentine's death. Clary struggles with keeping her secret about Raziel's wish, while Alec pushes Jace to come clean about whatever Jace and Clary are hiding. Luke must use tough love to keep his secret hidden from Ollie who is on a war path for answers. And Magnus hides his true feelings about his new position in the Warlock community from Alec. Meanwhile, Lilith sets a plan in motion in New York City as Simon spend stime in the Seelie Court.

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    8.1/10(9 votes)

    #10 - I Love You, Goodbye

    S2:E142/16/2015

    Following a tense run in, Elijah believes that Klaus is up to something. Kaleb needs Rebekah's help.

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    8.1/10(16 votes)

    #11 - Long Way Back from Hell

    S1:E142/25/2014

    In 1919, Rebekah worked in a sanatorium. She finds herself back there and locked up as a witch who is seeking revenge plans to reveal her darkest secrets. Elijah makes a decision that puts the others in further danger.

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    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #12 - A Walk on the Wild Side

    S3:E410/29/2015

    In order to uncover what his old acquaintance Tristan is really up to in New Orleans, Elijah considers attending a gala thrown by a mysterious group of ancient vampires known as The Strix, while Hayley invites herself to attend with him. There, Marcel is approached with an enticing offer made by a mysterious woman named Aya, but he quickly realizes that things are not always what they seem. Elsewhere, when a vital component of Lucien's plan goes missing, he and Klaus form a tentative alliance in order to find it.

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    7.5/10(11 votes)

    #13 - Runaway

    S4:E166/10/2013

    Pete, Myka, and Steven team up with a U.S. Marshal to track down two prisoners who used a lava-spewing artifact to escape prison. However, they discover that the Marshal is Steve's ex. Meanwhile, Artie and Claudia try to track down part of an artifact that is rendering Artie deaf...

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    7.4/10(5 votes)

    #14 - Snakes in the Garden

    S1:E210/24/2013

    Mary and Francis play up their romance after an English envoy expresses doubts about their union. Elsewhere, Catherine seeks to eliminate an individual who's aware of her scheme to destroy Mary.

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    7.3/10(6 votes)

    #15 - The Arrival

    S2:E11/24/2019

    With more mermaids landing at Bristol Cove’s shores, the threat of discovery increases. After his encounter with the siren song, Ben tries to cope with the after effects. Maddie’s mom returns to town and tries to connect with her daughter. Meanwhile, Ryn attempts to adapt to life on land.

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    6.7/10(6 votes)

    #16 - This Guilty Blood

    S2:E11/2/2017

    Only hours have passed since Jace left with Valentine and all hell has broken loose at The Institute. Alec, Isabelle and Clary are desperate to find Jace, but are quickly stopped in their tracks with the arrival of Victor Aldertree, who means business about getting the Institute back on track. But getting the New York Shadowhunters in-line with The Clave may be counterintuitive to Alec, Isabelle and Clary's plan to rescue Jace. Meanwhile, Jocelyn has a lot to catch up on now that she is awake.

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