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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 6 Episode 23 - All Good Things... (1)
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - All Good Things... (1)

    S6:E23

    Five years have passed and everyone is reunited in Capeside for a special wedding. Dawson has been living in Los Angeles producing his autobiographical television series 'The Creek' but has never forgotten the love of his life, Joey is a successful book editor living in New York with her boyfriend but comes home to realize she still loves her childhood sweethearts, Pacey is the owner of the new Ice House and still carries a torch for Joey, Jen is a single mom living with Grams and managing an art gallery in Soho, and Jack is a teacher at Capeside High and has fallen in love with Deputy Doug. Together all the secrets come out as tragedy and love becomes clear.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  2. undefined Season 2 Episode 19 - Klaus
    8.9/10(13 votes)

    #2 - Klaus

    S2:E19

    Stefan and Damon are furious when they discover that Elena has defied them both to make a new ally and take control of the plan to out-maneuver Klaus. Disagreement over how to protect Elena leads to growing tension between the Salvatore brothers. Meanwhile, Stefan has his hands full trying to keep a confused and frightened Jenna safe. Flashbacks to 1491 reveal Katherine’s introduction to Elijah and Klaus, along with the origin of the moonstone curse. Elena learns shocking new information about Klaus’ motives.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  3. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - The Return
    8.6/10(18 votes)

    #3 - The Return

    S2:E1

    The second season begins with Elena discovering her uncle John's bloody body and learning Jeremy's fate, and Damon realizing that Katherine has returned. Meanwhile, Caroline is taken to the hospital following a car accident, and Tyler's mysterious uncle Mason arrives in town.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  4. undefined Season 8 Episode 16 - I Was Feeling Epic
    8.4/10(17 votes)

    #4 - I Was Feeling Epic

    S8:E16

    With the fate of Mystic Falls at stake, Stefan and Damon must fight their greatest enemy for one last battle.

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  5. undefined Season 2 Episode 7 - Masquerade
    8.0/10(14 votes)

    #5 - Masquerade

    S2:E7

    Stefan and Damon decide on a new plan to deal with Katherine at the Lockwood’s masquerade ball. Katherine calls on an old friend, Lucy, to attend the ball with her. Bonnie, Jeremy and Alaric all do what they can to help Stefan and Damon, but Katherine has a surprise planned that none of them could foresee. Things take an ugly turn when Matt and Tyler start doing shots with their friends.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 1 - The Birthday
    8.0/10(14 votes)

    #6 - The Birthday

    S3:E1

    On the morning of Elena’s 18th birthday, Caroline is busy planning a party, but Elena is focused on searching for any clues that might help her discover where Stefan is. Damon is also searching for Stefan, while trying to protect Elena and keep her from doing anything that would draw Klaus’ attention. Meanwhile, Klaus and Stefan are busy trailing a werewolf named Ray Sutton. Now working at the Mystic Grill along with Matt, Jeremy is struggling to understand why he keeps seeing the ghosts of Vicki and Anna since he was brought back to life by Bonnie’s magic. Meanwhile, Alaric does his best to watch over Elena and Jeremy, while dealing with his grief over Jenna’s death. Finally, Caroline and Tyler face a new and unexpected challenge.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  7. undefined Season 8 Episode 1 - Hello, Brother
    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #7 - Hello, Brother

    S8:E1

    Months after Damon and Enzo mysteriously vanished from the Armory vault, Stefan tirelessly pushes forward with their search, while Bonnie struggles holding onto hope that they will be found. Meanwhile, a dangerous encounter with an unexpected visitor leaves Caroline and Alaric fearing that someone – or something – may be targeting their family. Finally, after following some mysterious clues, Stefan realizes that whatever has a hold of his brother may have a more damaging grip over him than he could have ever imagined.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Bloodlines
    8.0/10(16 votes)

    #8 - Bloodlines

    S1:E11

    Damon takes a trip to Georgia, where he surprises an old flame, Bree and enlists her help to figure out how to open the tomb. In the process, Damon comes face to face with someone who is determined to make him pay for past wrongs. Stefan opens up to Grams in his effort to help Bonnie overcome her fears and accept her powers. While researching his history paper in the public library, Jeremy meets a cute-but-geeky girl named Anna who has her own theories on the folklore of Mystic Falls. When Damon returns from Georgia, Stefan is waiting with news that will change their world.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  9. undefined Season 2 Episode 13 - Daddy Issues
    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #9 - Daddy Issues

    S2:E13

    Johnathan Gilbert’s return to Mystic Falls comes as an unhappy surprise to Elena, Jenna and Damon. Caroline lets Stefan know about her conversation with Tyler, and Stefan does his best to reach out to a confused and conflicted Tyler. Jeremy comforts Bonnie after her disturbing conversation with Jonas... When Jules takes a hostage, the situation quickly escalates into a violent confrontation.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  10. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.9/10(109 votes)

    #10 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Elena Gilbert and her brother Jeremy come to terms with the death of their parents. Elena is popular amongst her peers and the perfect straight A student, but has difficulties hiding her grief from the world. Meanwhile, Jeremy treads on a dangerous path of using drugs to ease his pain. The arrival of new student Stefan Salvatore, however, makes Elena think about romantic possibilities.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #11 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Film-buff Dawson finds his best friend, Joey, growing jealous of his attraction to a neighbor's granddaughter. Meanwhile, pal Pacey falls in love with a mystery woman, who is really a teacher at Capeside.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  12. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Haunted
    7.4/10(22 votes)

    #12 - Haunted

    S1:E7

    As Vicki’s behavior becomes more dangerous, Stefan tries to help her. Elena tries to convince Jeremy to stay away from Vicki. Caroline gives Bonnie a necklace she took from Damon to wear with her Halloween costume, and when Damon tries to take it back, he is surprised by Bonnie’s abilities. Bonnie discusses the incident with Grams and learns more about her family’s past. Trying to cheer Vicki up, Matt takes her to the high school’s haunted house, but the evening soon takes a terrifying turn.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  13. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Lost Girls
    7.3/10(20 votes)

    #13 - Lost Girls

    S1:E6

    In a flashback sequence, Stefan reveals the Salvatore family history to Elena. Elena demands that Stefan explain the frightening events that have been happening in Mystic Falls. In flashbacks, Stefan explains how his rivalry with Damon began. Back in the present, Damon impulsively takes control of Vicki’s future, and a confused and frightened Vicki runs away. Finally, Sheriff Forbes and Mayor Lockwood take steps to protect the town.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - The Night of the Comet
    7.3/10(37 votes)

    #14 - The Night of the Comet

    S1:E2

    As Mystic Falls gets ready for a festival to celebrate the passing of a comet, Vicki continues to recover in the hospital following Damon's attack. Stefan heads to the hospital to try to use his abilities to make Vicki forget who attacked her, but his efforts are cut short by Matt. Meanwhile, at a parent/teacher conference Mr. Tanner tells Aunt Jenna that Jeremy is in trouble and needs immediate intervention.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.3/10(25 votes)

    #15 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Former FBI agent, Ryan Hardy is called out of retirement to track down Joe Carroll after he escapes from prison. Hardy works closely with an FBI team, which includes young, razor-sharp Mike Weston. The investigation also leads Hardy back to Claire Matthews, Carroll's ex-wife and the mother of the criminal's young son, Joey. Hardy soon discovers that Carroll has an ever-growing cult of followers.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  16. undefined Season 1 Episode 10 - The Turning Point
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    #16 - The Turning Point

    S1:E10

    After reading the journal left by one of the Gilbert ancestors, Jeremy is inspired to return to his hobby of sketching fantasy creatures, a talent he had abandoned when his parents died. Much to the surprise of their friends, Matt and Caroline continue to hang out together. When Sheriff Forbes tells Damon there has been another attack, he offers to track down the killer and learns a startling piece of information about the town’s founding families. Alaric steps in to help during an awkward scene with Jeremy, Tyler and Mayor Lockwood. Stefan and Elena come to a new understanding, but everything changes when Elena accidentally makes a devastating discovery.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  17. undefined Season 2 Episode 15 - Forgive
    7.1/10(10 votes)

    #17 - Forgive

    S2:E15

    Mark and Luke turn the tables on both Ryan Hardy and Joe Carroll, forcing the two sworn enemies to come together to save the woman they love.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter Two
    7.1/10(19 votes)

    #18 - Chapter Two

    S1:E2

    Ryan Hardy, Agent Mike Weston and FBI Specialist Debra Parker, who is brought in to lead the investigation into Joe Carroll and his followers, dive deeper into the history of Carroll's psyche. To do so, they enlist the help of Carroll's ex-wife, and Hardy's former love, Claire Matthews. Meanwhile, Emma, Jacob and Paul keep Claire's son Joey at a house in the country as they prepare for their next move

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  19. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Dance
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Dance

    S1:E2

    Dawson casts Jen as the new leading lady in his film, but creates a messy off-camera scene during her date at the school dance. Meanwhile, Joey confronts Mrs. Leery about her liaisons; and Pacey gets under Tamara's skin with his public flirting.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  20. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Hurricane
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - Hurricane

    S1:E5

    When a major hurricane moves inland, all take refuge in the Leery home, where Dawson rages at Jen about her past, and Mitch storms out after learning of Gale's affair. That leaves a tormented Dawson to deal with their fallout. Meanwhile, Pacey ruins his brother's chances to get with Tamara at her beach house.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  21. undefined Season 2 Episode 15 - ...That is the Question
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - ...That is the Question

    S2:E15

    On Dawson's advice, Joey attempts to heal the wounds of her new romance with Jack left shattered by rumor and innuendo, but when Jack confronts his innermost secrets, their lives and everyone's close to them will never be the same again. Meanwhile, for the first time in his life, Pacey stands up for what he believes in when he takes on an abusive teacher, but the consequences of his convictions are more than he could have imagined.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 20 - Blood Brothers
    6.9/10(19 votes)

    #22 - Blood Brothers

    S1:E20

    While Stefan struggles to come to terms with his past, both he and Damon reveal parts of their history to Elena, until she finally learns the truth about how they became vampires. Pearl has an ugly confrontation with Johnathan Gilbert. Damon and Alaric try to find a mysterious invention before Johnathan does. The friendship and flirtation between Jeremy and Anna continues to grow.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - Whips and Regret
    6.8/10(13 votes)

    #23 - Whips and Regret

    S1:E11

    After losing Claire to Joe's followers, Ryan and Parker attempt to recover while the FBI tracks down an undercover location that may have dark ties to Joe's following. Meanwhile, Claire adjusts to life at the follower's mansion and has an unexpected reunion, while Emma and Jacob continue to deal with Emma's betrayal.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  24. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Mad Love
    6.8/10(15 votes)

    #24 - Mad Love

    S1:E4

    Maggie devises a plot to put an end to Hardy. Meanwhile, tension rises as Paul reveals a secret that Jacob has been keeping from Emma and more information about Hardy and Claire's past relationship is revealed.

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    Writer:Kevin Williamson

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 13 - Children of the Damned
    6.7/10(18 votes)

    #25 - Children of the Damned

    S1:E13

    In flashbacks, Stefan and Damon recall the long-ago actions taken by townspeople including their father, Guiseppe Salvatore, and Pearl, leading to the devastating events that caused the rift in their relationship. In the present, Bonnie's date with Ben takes a frightening turn. Elena helps Stefan as he and Damon race to find the missing journal that belonged to Elena's ancestor. Stefan learns the reason behind Alaric's interest in both the journal and the town's history. Damon discovers that an old acquaintance has returned to town with an agenda he understands.

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Kevin Williamson Ratings Summary

"All Good Things... (1)" is the best rated episode written by Kevin Williamson. It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 5/14/2003 and is rated 1.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "Klaus".