The Originals: Season 3
The third season of The Originals continues the overarching saga of the Mikaelson family, a group of millennia-old, power-hungry vampires. Across its 22 episodes, the narrative follows the family as they navigate their complex existence and ongoing conflicts. As the spin-off to The Vampire Diaries, the series maintains its focus on the Mikaelsons' pursuit of their historical ambitions. The central drive of the family
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The Originals is a spin-off series derived from The Vampire Diaries.
- The Mikaelson family consists of millennia-old vampires who are described as power-hungry.
- The family originally built the city of New Orleans and seeks to reclaim it.
- The Mikaelsons are driven by a desire to dominate those who have wronged them.
Season overview
The third season of The Originals continues the overarching saga of the Mikaelson family, a group of millennia-old, power-hungry vampires. Across its 22 episodes, the narrative follows the family as they navigate their complex existence and ongoing conflicts. As the spin-off to The Vampire Diaries, the series maintains its focus on the Mikaelsons' pursuit of their historical ambitions. The central drive of the family remains their desire to reclaim the city of New Orleans, which they originally built, while simultaneously seeking to dominate those who have wronged them throughout their long history. The season explores the dynamics of this supernatural family as they strive to maintain their influence and power in the face of various challenges. The narrative arc is defined by the family's commitment to their motto of always and forever, as they confront the consequences of their past actions and the persistent threats posed by their adversaries. Throughout the season, the Mikaelsons continue to assert their presence in the city, balancing their internal family struggles with the external pressures of their supernatural environment, all while continuing the established themes of the series regarding power, legacy, and the enduring nature of their ancient vampire lineage.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
For the Next Millennium
Oct 8, 2015 · 42 min
Months following their violent and deadly showdown with the powerful witch Dahlia, a rift continues to divide brothers Klaus and Elijah, while Freya searches for a way to heal thei
You Hung the Moon
Oct 15, 2015 · 41 min
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.
I'll See You in Hell or New Orleans
Oct 22, 2015 · 41 min
With tension running as high as ever, Klaus and Elijah are forced to come together in order to uncover Lucien’s true motives in New Orleans. Cami is caught off guard when she finds
A Walk on the Wild Side
Oct 29, 2015 · 41 min
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 Th
The Axeman's Letter
Nov 5, 2015 · 41 min
As the war among the sire lines continues to grow, Klaus receives an unexpected visit by a figure from his past. When Elijah suspects that Tristan is hiding something, he enlists M
Beautiful Mistake
Nov 12, 2015 · 41 min
When Elijah and Freya realize that Rebekah may be the target of The Strix's latest plan, they do whatever it takes to protect her. Elsewhere, Klaus spends time with Aurora to figur
Out of the Easy
Nov 19, 2015 · 41 min
With a dire prophecy looming over them, Klaus and Elijah invite Lucien, Tristan and Aurora to a Thanksgiving gathering in an attempt to negotiate a truce. When Aurora reveals that
The Other Girl in New Orleans
Dec 3, 2015 · 41 min
After learning that Cami's life is in danger and Aurora may be to blame, Klaus is forced to engage in another one of her devious games and follows a series of clues she's left behi
Savior
Dec 10, 2015 · 41 min
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 lat
A Ghost Along the Mississippi
Jan 29, 2016 · 41 min
In the aftermath of a horrific plan that left Cami dead, Klaus declares war on Aurora and Tristan. Elsewhere, Vincent, who has resumed his role as Regent to the New Orleans witches
Wild at Heart
Feb 5, 2016 · 42 min
While Klaus finds himself dealing with pressing matters at home, Elijah reluctantly aligns with Aya after learning that she may have knowledge of an elusive weapon that could kill
Dead Angels
Feb 12, 2016 · 41 min
When a powerful weapon that could take down the Mikaelsons for good ends up in the wrong hands, Klaus finds himself in a tense standoff with an unlikely foe. Meanwhile, Elijah's at
Heart Shaped Box
Feb 19, 2016 · 40 min
Determined to make her ultimate move against the Mikaelson brothers, Aurora uses Freya as bait to lure Klaus and Elijah into a dangerous trap. Meanwhile, after being recruited by T
A Streetcar Named Desire (II)
Feb 26, 2016 · 42 min
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 f
An Old Friend Calls
Mar 4, 2016 · 41 min
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
Alone with Everybody
Apr 1, 2016 · 41 min
Dangerous foes descend upon New Orleans in an attempt to take down Klaus once and for all when rumors spread about the remaining white oak bullet. As the threats grow, Elijah urges
Behind the Black Horizon
Apr 8, 2016 · 41 min
When it's discovered that Freya has been kidnapped and is in the hands of a dangerous new threat, the Mikaelson brothers are forced to put aside their differences in order to save
The Devil Comes Here and Sighs
Apr 15, 2016 · 40 min
As the city celebrates its annual Jazz Fest, an unlikely team of Mikaelson foes joins forces to take Klaus hostage. Leading the charge to get their brother back, Elijah and Freya f
No More Heartbreaks
Apr 29, 2016 · 41 min
Following a violent encounter that has left Cami’s life hanging in the balance, Klaus is forced to rely on his family and allies to find a cure as he keeps a watchful eye over Cami
Where Nothing Stays Buried
May 6, 2016 · 40 min
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 effor
Give 'Em Hell Kid
May 13, 2016 · 41 min
After receiving new visions of the looming prophecy, Freya uncovers that her family is on a collision course with a dangerous new enemy. Meanwhile, with the help of Detective Kinne
The Bloody Crown
May 20, 2016 · 41 min
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. W