S1·E8 162 Candles
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 8
- Air Date
- November 5, 2009
- Runtime
- 43 minutes
- Director
- Rick Bota
- Writers
- Barbie Kligman, Gabrielle Stanton
- Score
- 8/10 (20 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Character-defining development exploring origin backstory and emotional depth.
Synopsis
On his birthday, Stefan is surprised by a visit from Lexi, one of his oldest friends. Still upset by the events at the Halloween haunted house, Elena does her best to stay away from Stefan, but Lexi gives her some unsolicited relationship advice. Elena and Jenna are surprised by a change in Jeremy’s behavior. At Damon’s insistence, Caroline tries to get his medallion back from Bonnie. Finally, Damon’s offer to help Sheriff Forbes has sudden and tragic results.
Episode recap
In the eighth episode of the first season of The Vampire Diaries, titled 162 Candles, Stefan receives a surprise visit from Lexi, one of his oldest friends, on his birthday. Elena remains upset by the events that occurred at the Halloween haunted house and tries her best to stay away from Stefan. Despite this, Lexi provides Elena with some unsolicited relationship advice. Elsewhere, Elena and Jenna are surprised by a sudden change in Jeremy's behavior. Meanwhile, at Damon's insistence, Caroline attempts to get his medallion back from Bonnie. Finally, an offer by Damon to help Sheriff Forbes leads to sudden and tragic results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 8 of The Vampire Diaries air?
Season 1, Episode 8 ('162 Candles') originally aired on November 5, 2009.
How long is Season 1 Episode 8 ('162 Candles')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 43 minutes.
What happens in The Vampire Diaries Season 1 Episode 8?
On his birthday, Stefan is surprised by a visit from Lexi, one of his oldest friends. Still upset by the events at the Halloween haunted house, Elena does her best to stay away from Stefan, but Lexi gives her some unsolicited relationship advice. Elena and Jenna are surprised by a change in Jeremy’s...
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