The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Third Season, Ep. 18 "The Murder of One"

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Stefan's emotional turmoil leads him to a dangerous confrontation with Klaus and, later, to a heartbreaking moment with Elena. CLAIRE HOLT and CASPER ZAFER guest star.
  • Runtime: 42 minutes
  • Original air date: March 29, 2012
  • Network: The CW
 
 
 
 

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1. The Birthday
  September 15, 2011
In the third season premiere, it's Elena's 18th birthday. As she searches for clues to locate Stefan, Damon tries to keep her from doing anything that might draw Klaus's attention.
 
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2. The Hybrid
  September 22, 2011
Damon and Alaric reluctantly go along with Elena's new strategy to find Stefan, leading Damon into a dangerous fight with an unexpected enemy.
 
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3. The End Of The Affair
  September 29, 2011
Stefan is reunited with a vampire (CLAIRE HOLT), from decades earlier. In a flashback to the 1920s, Stefan comes face to face with a shocking chapter from his wild past.
 
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4. Disturbing Behavior
  October 6, 2011
A frustrating new enemy pushes Damon over the brink and he lashes out in a way that will have lasting consequences. Bonnie has a strange encounter that will affect everyone.
 
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5. The Reckoning
  October 13, 2011
Caroline is determined to see that Elena, Bonnie, Matt and Tyler all enjoy a traditional Senior Prank Night before the school year begins ... but the evening takes a deadly turn.
 
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6. Smells Like Teen Spirit
  October 20, 2011
On the first day of their senior year, Elena, Caroline, Bonnie and Matt still reel from recent events. Meanwhile, Stefan continues to carry out his latest assignment from Klaus.
 
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7. Ghost World
  October 27, 2011
Preparing to celebrate the traditional Illumination Night, Mystic Falls is invaded by spirits. After a violent encounter with an angry spirit, Damon asks Bonnie for help.
 
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8. Ordinary People
  November 3, 2011
Elena and Rebekah (CLAIRE HOLT) engage in a power struggle, until Rebekah finally reveals some of her family's ancient secrets andthe violent past she shares with Klaus.
 
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9. Homecoming
  November 10, 2011
On the night of the Homecoming dance, Rebekah (CLAIRE HOLT) tells Elena why the evening is so important to her, leaving Elena with conflicting emotions. MY MORNING JACKET performs.
 
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10. The New Deal
  January 5, 2012
Klaus turns to violence to convince Damon and Elena that no one will be safe until he finds Stefan and gets his family back. Tyler faces consequences of his actions as a hybrid.
 
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11. Our Town
  January 12, 2012
Elena, Bonnie and Matt surprise Caroline with a small party for her 18th birthday. Tyler refuses to go along with Klaus' latest demand.
 
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12. The Ties That Bind
  January 19, 2012
Bonnie's recurring dreams about Klaus' coffins lead her to a reunion with her mother, Abby (PERSIA WHITE - Girlfriends), whom Bonnie hasn't seen for 15 years.
 
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13. Bringing Out the Dead
  February 2, 2012
Sheriff Forbes (MARGUERITE MacINTYRE) delivers disturbing news to Alaric and Elena about a recent murder weapon, and Caroline is heartbroken when unable to stop a tragedy unfold.
 
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14. Dangerous Liasons
  February 9, 2012
Elena is invited to a formal ball at Klaus' mansion and learns of a horrifying plan that could lead to numerous deaths. Who can she trust with her new information?
 
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15. All My Children
  February 16, 2012
When Elijah (DANIEL GILLIES) gives Damon and Stefan a dangerous ultimatum that puts Elena in danger, they turn to Alaric and Meredith (TORREY DeVITTO) for help.
 
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16. 1912
  March 15, 2012
The present-day murders in Mystic Falls remind Damon of a similar crime spree a century earlier. Flashing back to 1912, Damon recalls a beautiful vampire, Sage (CASSIDY FREEMAN).
 
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17. Break On Through
  March 22, 2012
Damon is surprised to learn why Sage (CASSIDY FREEMAN) has returned, and pleased when she devises an unusual method to help him figure out what Rebekah (CLAIRE HOLT) is up to.
 
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18. The Murder of One
  March 29, 2012
Stefan's emotional turmoil leads him to a dangerous confrontation with Klaus and, later, to a heartbreaking moment with Elena. CLAIRE HOLT and CASPER ZAFER guest star.
 
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19. Heart of Darkness
  April 19, 2012
Caroline is thrilled when Tyler returns to town, but Tyler soon suspects that something has been going on between Caroline and Klaus. Matt tries to keep Rebecca (CLAIRE HOLT) busy.
 
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20. Do Not Go Gentle
  April 26, 2012
The 1920s Decade Dance takes a deadly turn when Damon and Stefan realize they need the help of Matt, Jeremy and Bonnie to undo a spell that could be devastating for everyone.
 
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21. Before Sunset
  May 3, 2012
Klaus acts on his intentions to leave town with Elena, but finds resistance from a surprising new enemy. Damon and Stefan have a surprisingly candid conversation about the future.
 
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22. The Departed
  May 10, 2012
In the third season finale, determined to protect his sister, Jeremy makes a decision that will change everything. Bonnie makes a secret deal that has heartbreaking consequences.
 
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Episode 18, "The Murder of One"
Synopsis: Stefan's emotional turmoil leads him to a dangerous confrontation with Klaus and, later, to a heartbreaking moment with Elena. CLAIRE HOLT and CASPER ZAFER guest star.
Original air date: March 29, 2012
Runtime: 42 minutes
ASIN: B007PYF7D4
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,550 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
The Vampire Diaries: The Complete Third Season
Synopsis: Think you know vampires? You don't. As Elena (DeGrassi: The Next Generation's Nina Dobrev) starts the school year, she tries to forget a difficult past. Little does she know that in her future are two vampire brothers - Stefan (Paul Wesley - Everwood) and Damon (Ian Somerhalder - Lost) - warring for her soul. Mystic Falls will never be the same.
Starring: Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley
Supporting actors: Ian Somerhalder, Steven R. McQueen, Kat Graham, Zach Roerig, Candice Accola, Michael Trevino, Matthew Davis, Joseph Morgan, Jack Coleman, Torrey DeVitto, Robert Ri'chard, Persia White, Daniel Gillies, Daniel Newman
Season year: 2012
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Romance
Executive producer: Lance Anderson
Network: The CW
ASIN: B005NFW0U0
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4.0 out of 5 stars Comparisons to DVD and Blu-ray Disc August 17, 2012
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Second Bite: Bloopers
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This show is just so amazing. I been a fan since season one and I could say it just keeps getting better and better. The plots pull off more action and blood, but also a more deep look on the characters feelings. Also, the introduction of new characters (and comebacks of old ones) are part of the reason has been so good since the beginning.
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I know that only half of the season aired (writing this as of November 10th, the original airing of the "mid-season" finale), but I could say is so far so good. I can't wait to see the another half (hopefully something more extreme). Anyway, I hope this show lasts at least five seasons, because it has a lot of strings to pull off, and that fans could enjoy easily... It's worth the pre-order.
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I only regret is that it is only on once a week. I think that the Vampire Diaries Series has the potential to run for many seasons to come. There is a fantastic set of characters that can travel back and forward in time to revel the secrets of the past and how they interplay with the present and the future. the historic perspectives are so interesting. Europe, Romania, Chicago .Mystic Fall, The plots and settings are endless can't get enough off it. Did I mention the love story and sexual tension between so many of the characters, not only the stars of the series Damien, Elena and Stefan. Want more could we possibly ask for than more,more,more!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great episode - LOVE this show! May 12, 2012
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I was only somewhat shocked about the turn of events in this episode; I felt it was just a matter of time before certain events occurred (so as not to be too much of a spoiler, I will just say that this is in regard to what happens with Alaric and Elena). Some issues were wrapped up, but we are left with enough cliffhangers to keep us on edge until the show returns in the fall. There were plenty of the twists that keeps fans of the show hooked! All in all, a very exciting season finale for one of the most addictive shows on TV. If a fan of this show, this episode is a must!
Just to comment on Vampire Dairies in general and the Twilight comparisons: I gave this show a shot when I was bored with my usual TV fare and wanted something different, waiting to sneer at the "cheap Twilight knock-off." But to my surprise, Vampire Dairies is SO MUCH BETTER (and I am a fan of Twilight!). This show is everything Twilight wants to be. The acting is better, the stories more engaging, there are no neat little happy endings, and, for the characters, the lines between good and evil are much more blurred, which, in my opinion, provides for greater dramatic impact. Don't be put off by the demographic this show is aimed at (I am WAY over that line!)- its just a well-made show that deserves greater recognition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The best Vampire tv show ever! October 2, 2011
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I don't know how they do it, but they pull it out of the hat week after week. This season, in particular, seems to have inspired some extraordinary work from the creators. This is one of the best-written, and certainly best-directed, of the series. The rhythms are almost musical, as the episode moves from fast to slow and back and forth again and again with great narrative, thematic, and formal force. And as is often the case, mirroring and doubling structure the story--in this case, a beautifully written and acted dinner party with two sets of brothers who have more in common than they thought.

The camera never stops moving, and becomes a complicated character in its own right. Two deaths, five resurrections, a whole set of unexpected reversals and betrayals right at the end, the dinner party, a serial killer, a murder investigation, major daughter-father/daughter-mother/brother-brother/mother-family scenes, at least 7 different locations, and plenty more.

Like most American TV, the series (and this episode in particular) is positively obsessed with the idea of "family," ("Family above all!" is the ironic toast at the uneasy dinner party), but I can't think of another show that has dealt with this subject matter in such rich, complex, unpredictable and thrilling ways. Somehow, the fantasy elements of the show make its investigation of familial themes MORE powerful, meaningful, urgent, and--yes--realistic. The best show on TV right now, and nobody but the fans know it.

P.S. This episode is also about euthanasia and the right to die!! (not a spoiler)
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