The T.V series
The Vampire Diaries is a supernatural drama television series developed and written by Kevin Williamson and Julie Plec, based on the book series of the same name written by L. J. Smith The series premiered on The CW Television Network on September 10, 2009, and has recently finished its third season, which premiered on September 15, 2011 The series takes place in Mystic Falls, Virginia, a fictional small town haunted by supernatural beings. The main focus of the series is the love triangle between Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev) and vampire-brothers Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder). As the narrative develops in the course of the series, the focal point shifts on the mysterious past of the town involving Elena's malicious doppelgänger Katherine Pierce (Katerina Petrova), the family of original vampires, all of which have an evil agenda of their own.
The pilot episode attracted the largest audience of any series premiere since the network began in 2006. During its course it maintained admirable ratings for a show that airs on a relatively new, small and not so famous network. The first season averaged 3.60 million viewers. The show initially received average reviews, but critics agreed that the series improved over the course of the season; the second season premiered to generally favorable reviews. The show has received numerous award nominations, winning a People's Choice Award and many Teen Choice Awards. The popular teen drama recently won sci fi/fantasy show teen choice award.
Ian Somerhalder (Damon Salvatore) won sci fi/fantasy actor, Nina Dobrev (Elena Gilbert and Kathriene Pierce) won sci fi/fantasy actress, Michael Trevino (Tyler Lockwood) won male scene stealer, Candice Accola (Caroline Forbes) won female scene stealer and lastly Ian Somerhalder (Damon Salvatore) won choice male hottie! Definitely the hottest hottie of them all! All of these awards were very well derserved due to the casts flawless performances in the third season.
The series follow the life of Elena Gilbert(Nina Dobrev) a 17-year-old girl, who falls for a 162-year-old vampire named Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley). Their relationship becomes increasingly complicated as Stefan's vicious and malevolent older brother Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder) returns with a plan to wreak havoc on the town and a revenge against his younger brother. Both brothers begin to show affection towards Elena, mainly because of her resemblance to their past love Katherine Pierce. It is revealed that Elena is a descendant of Katherine, who eventually returns with plans against the trio.
The series is set in the fictional town of Mystic Falls, Virginia, a town charged with supernatural history since its settlement of migrants from New England in the late 17th century. Other story lines revolve around the other people of the town, most notably Elena's younger brother Jeremy Gilbert (Steven R. McQueen), her best friend Bonnie Bennett (Katerina Graham), their mutual friends, Caroline Forbes (Candice Accola), Tyler Lockwood (Michael Trevino) and Matt Donovan (Zach Roerig). The town's politics are ruled by descendants of the original founding families, all comprising a "Founders' Council". Some of the founding families of Mystic Falls include the Salvatores, the Gilberts, the Fells, the Forbes and the Lockwoods. They guard the town mainly from vampires, although they seem to be oblivious to other supernatural threats such as werewolves, witches, and ghosts.
The pilot episode attracted the largest audience of any series premiere since the network began in 2006. During its course it maintained admirable ratings for a show that airs on a relatively new, small and not so famous network. The first season averaged 3.60 million viewers. The show initially received average reviews, but critics agreed that the series improved over the course of the season; the second season premiered to generally favorable reviews. The show has received numerous award nominations, winning a People's Choice Award and many Teen Choice Awards. The popular teen drama recently won sci fi/fantasy show teen choice award.
Ian Somerhalder (Damon Salvatore) won sci fi/fantasy actor, Nina Dobrev (Elena Gilbert and Kathriene Pierce) won sci fi/fantasy actress, Michael Trevino (Tyler Lockwood) won male scene stealer, Candice Accola (Caroline Forbes) won female scene stealer and lastly Ian Somerhalder (Damon Salvatore) won choice male hottie! Definitely the hottest hottie of them all! All of these awards were very well derserved due to the casts flawless performances in the third season.
The series follow the life of Elena Gilbert(Nina Dobrev) a 17-year-old girl, who falls for a 162-year-old vampire named Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley). Their relationship becomes increasingly complicated as Stefan's vicious and malevolent older brother Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder) returns with a plan to wreak havoc on the town and a revenge against his younger brother. Both brothers begin to show affection towards Elena, mainly because of her resemblance to their past love Katherine Pierce. It is revealed that Elena is a descendant of Katherine, who eventually returns with plans against the trio.
The series is set in the fictional town of Mystic Falls, Virginia, a town charged with supernatural history since its settlement of migrants from New England in the late 17th century. Other story lines revolve around the other people of the town, most notably Elena's younger brother Jeremy Gilbert (Steven R. McQueen), her best friend Bonnie Bennett (Katerina Graham), their mutual friends, Caroline Forbes (Candice Accola), Tyler Lockwood (Michael Trevino) and Matt Donovan (Zach Roerig). The town's politics are ruled by descendants of the original founding families, all comprising a "Founders' Council". Some of the founding families of Mystic Falls include the Salvatores, the Gilberts, the Fells, the Forbes and the Lockwoods. They guard the town mainly from vampires, although they seem to be oblivious to other supernatural threats such as werewolves, witches, and ghosts.
Who plays who?
Stefan Salvatore
Paul Wesley plays one of the the main male role's as Stefan Salvatore.
Elena Gilbert
Nina Dobrev plays the main role of the whole series, Elena Gilbert, she also plays the ex of Stefan and Damon, Kathrine Pierce.
Damon Salvatore
Ian Somerhalder plays the sexiest vampire alive Damon Salvatore!
The Vampire Diaries is the story of two vampire brothers in love with the same beautiful girl, and battling to control the fate of an entire town. Season three opens the door to learn more about Klaus and The Original Family as his motives for wanting Stefan on his side are finally revealed. As Stefan sinks deeper into the dark side, Damon and Elena struggle with the guilt of their growing bond even as they work together to bring Stefan back from the edge.