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The Vampire Diaries · Season 4

The Vampire Diaries season 4 episode 5: The Killer

Aired 8 November 201243 minRated TV-14

7.9TMDB · 12 votesMark watched

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The Vampire Diaries season 4 is streaming in Australia on Prime Video (subscription), HBO Max (subscription) and Stan (subscription), and free on 9Now. You can also buy it on Apple TV from $29.99.

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What happens in “The Killer”

Stefan and Klaus form an uneasy alliance to try and contain the danger that Connor has unleashed on the town. When Connor takes Jeremy, Matt and April hostage at the Grill, Stefan and Damon have a serious disagreement about the best course of action, and Elena is again caught between the two brothers. The situation quickly turns violent when Klaus sends one of his hybrids, Dean to stand up to Connor. Caroline is surprised to find Hayley at the Lockwood mansion. Meanwhile, Professor Shane works with Bonnie to help her get past her fear and guilt.

Episode summary: TMDB.

Before you watch

  • It is episode 5 of 23 of season 4, so watch episodes 1 to 4 first.
  • It runs about 43 minutes.
  • Directed by Chris Grismer.
  • TMDB users rate it 7.9 out of 10 (12 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
Chris Grismer
Guest stars
Phoebe Tonkin as Hayley MarshallGracie Gillam as April YoungTodd Williams as Connor JordanDavid Alpay as Atticus ShaneMichael Lee Kimel as NateBlake Hood as Dean

Credits: TMDB.

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