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The Vampire Diaries · Season 1

The Vampire Diaries season 1 episode 18: Under Control

Aired 15 April 201043 minRated TV-14

7.6TMDB · 19 votesMark watched

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What happens in “Under Control”

While Stefan struggles to control his new situation, Elena and Jeremy are surprised by a visit from their uncle, John Gilbert. Alaric has an awkward talk with Elena about Isobel. At a Founder’s Day event, Stefan displays a rare party attitude and Damon’s attempt to find out why Uncle John has returned to town takes an ugly turn. An incident at the party causes trouble between Matt and Tyler... and the relationship between Matt and his mother, Kelly, reaches a new low. Meanwhile, Elena’s effort to comfort Jeremy falls short and he decides to take matters into his own hands.

Episode summary: TMDB.

Before you watch

  • It is episode 18 of 22 of season 1, so watch episodes 1 to 17 first.
  • It runs about 43 minutes.
  • Directed by David Von Ancken, written by Andrew Chambliss and Barbie Kligman.
  • TMDB users rate it 7.6 out of 10 (19 votes).

The Vampire Diaries trailer

The official trailer for the series (no preview of this episode has been published).

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Cast and crew of this episode

Director
David Von Ancken
Writers
Andrew ChamblissBarbie Kligman
Guest stars
Matthew Davis as Alaric SaltzmanMarguerite MacIntyre as Sheriff Liz ForbesDavid Anders as John GilbertRobert Pralgo as Mayor LockwoodMelinda Clarke as Kelly DonovanJustin Smith as Guy

Credits: TMDB.

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Episode names, air dates, runtimes, stills and ratings: TMDB. Air dates are the first broadcast anywhere; where it streams is our daily Australian check.