The Vampire Diaries: Season 7
The seventh season of The Vampire Diaries explores the aftermath of Elena Gilbert's departure from the lives of the central characters. As the narrative progresses, the residents of Mystic Falls face varying degrees of recovery and instability following this significant change. A primary conflict emerges as Lily attempts to create discord between the Salvatore brothers, Stefan and Damon, testing the strength of their
Season 7 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series follows two vampire brothers who are obsessed with the same girl.
- The central characters reside in the town of Mystic Falls, Virginia, which is home to creatures of unspeakable horror.
- The Salvatore brothers share a history involving a ruthless vampire they knew in 1864.
- The show is a supernatural teen drama developed by Kevin Williamson and Julie Plec based on the book series by L. J. Smith.
Season overview
The seventh season of The Vampire Diaries explores the aftermath of Elena Gilbert's departure from the lives of the central characters. As the narrative progresses, the residents of Mystic Falls face varying degrees of recovery and instability following this significant change. A primary conflict emerges as Lily attempts to create discord between the Salvatore brothers, Stefan and Damon, testing the strength of their bond. Simultaneously, the season focuses on the romantic relationship between Stefan and Caroline, examining whether their connection is resilient enough to withstand the external pressures and internal challenges they encounter. The series continues to center on the lives, dangers, and supernatural disasters occurring within the town of Mystic Falls, Virginia. Throughout these events, the Salvatore brothers remain at the heart of the story, navigating their complex history and the ongoing threats posed by creatures of horror. The season maintains the show's established focus on the supernatural teen drama genre, building upon the foundational dynamics between the characters as they adapt to a world without Elena. The struggle for stability remains a central theme as the brothers confront both personal and external obstacles that threaten their future and their relationships with those around them.
Episode Guide
Season 7 Progress Shield
Day One of Twenty-Two Thousand, Give or Take
Oct 8, 2015 · 43 min
After a twisted plan left the life of his girlfriend Elena linked to that of his best friend Bonnie, Damon is forced to navigate his new reality without the love of his life. A new
Never Let Me Go
Oct 15, 2015 · 43 min
When an impulsive decision by Damon threatens to unravel a carefully negotiated deal between Stefan and Lily, he has no choice but to make amends with his mother before things spir
Age of Innocence
Oct 22, 2015 · 43 min
In the aftermath of a clever plan orchestrated by Lily, Damon sets off on a road trip with Bonnie and Alaric in search of leverage they can use against his mother. Meanwhile, Carol
I Carry Your Heart with Me
Oct 29, 2015 · 43 min
Just as Damon thinks he's gained the upper hand in his fight against Lily, an unexpected turn of events leaves him scrambling for a plan B. Elsewhere, when the fallout of Damon's a
Live Through This
Nov 5, 2015 · 42 min
After realizing the downward spiral he was on, Damon decides he’s going to turn over a new leaf and that his actions moving forward will do right by Elena. Lily prepares for the ar
Best Served Cold
Nov 12, 2015 · 44 min
After being reunited with her former love Julian, Lily hosts a dinner party to introduce him to Damon and Stefan and to declare peace between her family of Heretics and the residen
Mommie Dearest
Nov 19, 2015 · 43 min
In order to get through to Lily about Julian's manipulating ways, Stefan and Damon confront their mother with painful memories from their childhood. However, when Lily reveals a da
Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me
Dec 3, 2015 · 43 min
As Julian and Lily throw a party to celebrate Mary Louise and Nora's anniversary, Stefan and Damon set in motion a risky plan to eliminate a new threat posed by Julian. Meanwhile,
Cold as Ice
Dec 10, 2015 · 42 min
With the holidays in full swing, a search for Julian leads Damon and Stefan to a small town outside of Mystic Falls. While managing a holiday toy drive at Whitmore College, Bonnie
Hell Is Other People
Jan 29, 2016 · 42 min
After finding himself on the wrong end of Julian's plan to avenge Lily's death, Damon awakens to find himself trapped inside the Phoenix stone, tormented by a traumatic experience
Things We Lost in the Fire
Feb 5, 2016 · 43 min
With the traumatic effects of the Phoenix stone taking a toll on his brother, Stefan attempts to help Damon regain his grip on reality, while secretly struggling with his own exper
Postcards from the Edge
Feb 12, 2016 · 43 min
When his experience in the Phoenix stone leads him to do the unthinkable, Damon finds himself without a care in the world, spiraling out of control and under the influence of a dan
This Woman's Work
Feb 19, 2016 · 43 min
When complications from her supernatural pregnancy leave Caroline's life hanging in the balance, Stefan and Valerie take extreme measures to try and save her and the babies. Meanwh
Moonlight on the Bayou (I)
Feb 26, 2016 · 42 min
In order to lure a vengeful vampire hunter named Rayna Cruz away from his friends in Mystic Falls, Stefan heads to New Orleans, where Valerie has learned of a safe house that can p
I Would for You
Mar 4, 2016 · 43 min
While Stefan and Valerie search for a magical herb that can keep him hidden from Rayna, Damon comes up with his own plan to take her down for good. However, while at The Armory, Bo
Days of Future Past
Apr 1, 2016 · 42 min
In an attempt to make things right with his brother, Damon offers to have Stefan’s scar magically transferred to him, only to discover that doing so may come with some unexpected c
I Went to the Woods
Apr 8, 2016 · 43 min
In the aftermath of his brother's fateful decision, Stefan awakens to find himself thrown into a life or death situation with only his basic instincts to rely on. With time working
One Way or Another
Apr 15, 2016 · 43 min
Determined to capture an escaped vampire named Ambrose, who may be the key to getting Stefan back safely, Damon heads to Memphis with Alaric in tow. However, reluctant to step back
Somebody That I Used to Know
Apr 22, 2016 · 43 min
When Enzo’s efforts to protect Bonnie end up putting her life in jeopardy, they learn that Rayna may hold the key to her survival. With time running out and Rayna at the reins, Enz
Kill 'Em All
Apr 29, 2016 · 43 min
With Bonnie's life at stake and an uphill battle ahead of them, Damon and Enzo lead the charge to save Bonnie before her condition worsens. Stefan reluctantly teams up with Matt fo
Requiem for a Dream
May 6, 2016 · 43 min
When Damon's risky attempt to save Bonnie takes an unexpected turn, the consequences of his actions forces everyone to band together to help her pull through. Meanwhile, when a new
Gods & Monsters
May 13, 2016 · 43 min
Despite their best efforts to help Bonnie through the harrowing predicament she now faces, Damon, Enzo and Caroline realize their options are running out and drastic measures need