8.8/107 votes#1 - The Tale of Two Wolves
Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 7/25/2018
With Hope facing a life-threatening affliction and deteriorating quickly, Klaus travels to Mystic Falls to seek help from Caroline. Tasked with keeping Hope preoccupied in Mystic Falls, Elijah comes to a heartbreaking realization about his niece. Meanwhile, at the Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted, a run-in with Alaric Saltzman throws a wrench into Klaus’ plan.
Director: Rudy Persico
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
8.5/1013 votes#2 - Savior
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 12/10/2015
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.
Director: Matthew Hastings
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
8.1/109 votes#3 - City Beneath The Sea
Season 2 Episode 20 - Aired 4/27/2015
Elijah and Freya think differently about how to deal with Dahlia's deadline.
Director: Leslie Libman
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
8.1/1011 votes#4 - An Old Friend Calls
Season 3 Episode 15 - Aired 3/4/2016
When Klaus learns that Cortez, an old vampire with a vendetta against him, has arrived in New Orleans, he finds himself forced to deal with this new threat. Meanwhile, when Cortez begins threatening the lives of innocent residents, Vincent has no choice but to help the vengeful vampire in his plan to take down Klaus. Elsewhere, Marcel turns to Davina for her help after several Strix members turn up missing, and Elijah confronts Hayley after learning that she’s been dealing with Jackson’s death in a destructive way.
Director: Jeffrey G. Hunt
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
8.0/108 votes#5 - I Love You, Goodbye
Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 2/16/2015
Following a tense run in, Elijah believes that Klaus is up to something. Kaleb needs Rebekah's help.
Director: Matthew Hastings
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
8.0/108 votes#6 - The Kindness of Strangers
Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 6/13/2018
As pressing matters rage on in New Orleans, the Mikaelson siblings find themselves forced to set aside their differences and work together to escape a "chambre de chasse."
Director: Kellie Cyrus
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
8.0/101 votes#7 - Hands
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 7/26/2021
While Liz is settling in to her new life and career in Los Angeles, Max , Isobel and Michael are figuring out if the stranger in the cave, with the familiar face, is friend or foe.
Director: Lance Anderson
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.9/1010 votes#8 - A Closer Walk with Thee
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 4/29/2014
A surprising enemy is confronted by Hayley. Klaus has some nightmares about his father and is forced to examine his own relationship with his adoptive son.
Director: Sylvain White
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.9/1011 votes#9 - You Hung the Moon
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 10/15/2015
After discovering that poachers have begun taking out werewolves in the bayou, Elijah and Jackson grow concerned for Hayley's safety when she fails to show up during the full moon. Meanwhile, Davina, the only one with the answer to Hayley's whereabouts, plots ways to use that to her advantage. Elsewhere, Cami approaches Klaus with her theory on who is behind the series of murders in the French Quarter, while Lucien delivers to Elijah an unsettling warning about the war brewing among the sire lines. Finally, after receiving a dire prophecy about the future of the Mikaelson siblings, Klaus takes extreme measures to determine the validity of this potential impending threat.
Director: Jeffrey G. Hunt
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.9/1010 votes#10 - Where Nothing Stays Buried
Season 3 Episode 20 - Aired 5/6/2016
In the wake of a ruthless plan that has left their family shattered, Klaus, Elijah and Freya desperately search for a way to take down Lucien once and for all. However, their efforts are put on hold following an urgent plea for help from Kol and Marcel. At Klaus’ insistence, Freya and Elijah reluctantly stay behind to offer their help, while Klaus and Hayley head to the bayou after uncovering Lucien’s latest plan. Once there, an unexpected showdown between Klaus and Lucien forces Freya to take matters into her own hands, setting off a chain of events that will change all of their lives forever.
Director: John Hyams
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.7/1012 votes#11 - Chasing The Devil's Tail
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/17/2014
Going after everything Esther loves. Klaus and Hayley seek an antidote for Elijah in the bayou assisted by Marcel and Josh. Kaleb takes Davina to an old hangout.
Director: Jesse Warn
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.7/1010 votes#12 - High Water and a Devil's Daughter
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 5/5/2017
When it’s discovered that The Hollow’s latest servant is on the loose, Freya places a protection spell on the compound, forcing Klaus, Hayley and Hope to remain inside. Meanwhile, Elijah takes matters into his own hands when Vincent is reluctant to perform a dangerous ritual needed to strengthen their defense against The Hollow. Finally, while Freya enacts a risky plan that brings her face to face with their latest threat, an unexpected twist leaves her life hanging in the balance.
Director: Charles Michael Davis
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.7/1027 votes#13 - The Once and Future Flash
Season 3 Episode 19 - Aired 4/25/2017
Barry travels to the future to find out Savitar’s still unknown identity in the hopes of saving Iris. Upon his arrival in 2024, Barry encounters future versions of his Team Flash friends, who, following the death of Iris, have become very different people, profoundly impacted by their showdown with Savitar. It will be up to Barry to infuse a sense of hope back into the team, as he proves to be hero his future friends have been waiting for. Meanwhile, back in 2017, the hunt for Killer Frost continues.
Director: Tom Cavanagh
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.5/102 votes#14 - So Much For the Afterglow
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/22/2019
The anniversary of Rosa’s death reignites tensions as the town takes aim at Liz and her father, Auturo, for what happened on that fateful day 10 years ago. Meanwhile, Max confronts Michael and Isobel, who are concerned that his feelings for Liz will expose their secret. Elsewhere, Master Sergeant Manes’ attempt to convince Kyle of the alien conspiracy in Roswell takes an unexpected turn. Finally, Liz and Kyle make a shocking revelation about Rosa’s death.
Director: Tim Andrew
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.5/102 votes#15 - Smells Like Teen Spirit
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/26/2019
In a series of flashbacks to 2008, secrets are uncovered about Rosa’s final day, Isobel’s mysterious blackouts and Alex and Michael’s relationship in high school.
Director: Tim Andrew
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.5/102 votes#16 - Recovering the Satellites
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 4/23/2019
Max and Michael find themselves at an impasse over how to deal with the 4th alien. Liz has a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor. Kyle spirals after uncovering a dark secret about his father’s death. And Michael is forced to make a difficult decision about his future.
Director: Julie Plec
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.4/1011 votes#17 - Haunter of Ruins
Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 3/31/2017
After five long years apart, Klaus attempts to reconnect with his daughter, Hope. Even as father and daughter bond, the rest of the family is still in turmoil. Elijah mediates a conflict between Hayley and Freya to determine the best way to protect the family. Meanwhile, in New Orleans, Vincent tells Marcel terrible secrets about his ex -wife, Eva Sinclair, even as they begin their search for a mysterious witch who plans to sacrifice a group of innocent children – including Hope Mikaelson.
Director: Jeffrey G. Hunt
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.4/109 votes#18 - A Spirit Here That Won't Be Broken
Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 6/9/2017
When its discovered that The Hollow is using a magical totem to fuel her power, Freya enlists Rebekah and Klaus’ help to locate and destroy it. Elsewhere, an ultimatum by The Hollow puts Kol at odds with his own siblings, while an unexpected run-in forces Marcel and Rebekah to confront the growing tension between them. Finally, The Hollow’s plan for Hayley leaves her in the fight of her life.
Director: Hanelle M. Culpepper
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
7.2/1013 votes#19 - One Wrong Turn On Bourbon
Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 4/25/2018
When a mysterious disappearance brings Klaus back to New Orleans, Hope looks forward to the prospect of seeing her father again. However, when the dark magic that had been keeping them apart begins to manifest in dangerous ways across the city, Vincent turns to Ivy for guidance about what it may mean. Elsewhere, Marcel returns to New Orleans amidst increased tensions between the supernatural factions, while Freya makes a decision about her future with Keelin. Finally, Roman’s surprise visit to the Mikaelson compound forces Hope to reveal some dark truths about her family.
Director: Carol Banker
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
5.2/106 votes#20 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/15/2019
Liz Ortecho reluctantly returns to her tourist-trap hometown of Roswell, N.M., and reconnects with Max Evans, her teenage crush who is now a Roswell police officer. But Liz soon discovers a shocking truth: Max is an alien who has kept his unearthly abilities hidden his entire life, along with those of his otherworldly sister, Isobel, and their friend Michael. Elsewhere, Master Sgt. Jesse Manes spearheads a long-standing government conspiracy—unbeknownst to his son, Alex Manes.
Director: Julie Plec
Writer: Carina Adly MacKenzie
Popular searches:
The Best Episodes Written By Carina Adly Mackenzie
Every TV Episode Written by Carina Adly Mackenzie Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Carina Adly MacKenzie Ratings Summary
"The Tale of Two Wolves" is the best rated episode written by Carina Adly MacKenzie. It scored 8.8/10 based on 7 votes. It was directed by Rudy Persico. It aired on 7/25/2018 and is rated 0.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "Savior".