The aftermath of the season finale. Elena and her loved ones reflect on the consequences of their actions.
Season 1 introduces Mystic Falls, Virginia, a small town with a long supernatural history. The series centers on Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev), grieving her parents, and the arrival of two vampire brothers, Stefan (Paul Wesley) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder). The season blends teen drama, mystery, and gothic romance while steadily expanding its supernatural mythology.
– Isobel’s connection to Elena and Alaric is explored.
Katherine returns, seeking to claim Elena's life. The Salvatore brothers must protect Elena.
Season 1 of The Vampire Diaries aired on from September 10, 2009, to May 13, 2010 , consisting of 22 episodes . Set in the fictional town of Mystic Falls, Virginia , it introduces 17-year-old Elena Gilbert as she navigates life after her parents' death and meets mysterious new student Stefan Salvatore . Episode Index
The girl at the center of it all who discovers she is a "Doppelgänger."
Elena meets Stefan, Damon returns with a "Hello, brother," and the town's body count starts rising.
