The essential episodes of Legacies

Watch these 15 in order and you've got Legacies — each pick states its reason.

1. 01

   S01E01 · Pilot · October 25, 2018 · 43m

   This Is the Part Where You Run6.4

   Under the guidance of headmaster Alaric Saltzman, the next generation of supernatural beings at The Salvatore Boarding School for the Young and Gifted — including tri-brid Hope Mikaelson, Alaric’s twins Lizzie and Josie, high-energy vampire MG, newly-triggered werewolf Rafael and the mysterious Landon — come of age in the most unconventional way possible, nurtured to be their best selves...in spite of their worst impulses.

2. 02

   S01E08 · Season 1 peak · January 24, 2019 · 43m

   Maybe I Should Start From the End8.8

   After discovering that Landon is in trouble, Hope and Alaric set out in search for him. Along the way, they uncover some startling information about Landon’s past.

3. 03

   S02E01 · Season 2 peak · October 10, 2019 · 43m

   I'll Never Give Up Hope8.0

   Hope becomes more determined than ever to find her way back to Mystic Falls. Alaric continues looking into the mysterious night Malivore was destroyed. As the students leave for summer vacation, Landon stays behind to keep an eye on Rafael.

4. 04

   S03E11 · Season 3 peak · May 6, 2021 · 43m

   You Can't Run From Who You Are9.0

   After receiving some inspiration from Cleo, Hope and Landon set out on a new mission. However, when that plan takes an unexpected turn, Josie and Wade step in to lend a hand. Elsewhere, Lizzie enlists MG’s help learning more about Finch.

5. 05

   S04E01 · Top rated · October 14, 2021 · 42m

   You Have to Pick One This Time9.7

   After learning that Malivore has taken over Landon’s body, Hope and the Super Squad come up with a risky plan to rescue Landon, as well as Cleo, who has been absorbed into Malivore’s darkness. Meanwhile, an impromptu date with Finch brings up a subject that Josie is not ready to talk about.

6. 06

   S04E02 · Top rated · October 21, 2021 · 42m

   There's No I in Team, or Whatever9.5

   Hope has to relinquish control and allow Josie and friends to enact a risky plan that could save Landon; Landon and Cleo meet in Malivore's darkness and learn more about each other; Lizzie, Kaleb and Ethan volunteer together.

7. 07

   S04E03 · Top rated · October 28, 2021 · 42m

   We All Knew This Day Was Coming9.5

   Hope realizes she has a difficult choice to make, much to Alaric's disapproval; Kaleb and MG come up with their own plan to help Hope; Alaric realizes he needs to relinquish control.

8. 08

   S04E04 · Top rated · November 4, 2021 · 42m

   See You on the Other Side9.0

   Hope wrestles with her reality. Alaric entrusts the Super Squad to work together. Cleo confides in Landon. Meanwhile, MG divulges some important information to Lizzie and Finch sees a different side to Josie. Kaleb, Jed and Ethan also appear.

9. 09

   S04E05 · Season 4 peak · November 11, 2021 · 42m

   I Thought You'd Be Happier to See Me10.0

   Hope is tracked down by the one person who could help her "Rebekah Mikaelson". Rebekah is fearful of what path Hope has chosen but makes every effort to get through to her. Josie and Lizzie hold out hope in a seemingly dire situation as MG figures out what he can do to help. Meanwhile, Kaleb wants to set things right and turns to Cleo for guidance.

10. 10

    S04E07 · Top rated · December 2, 2021 · 42m

    Someplace Far Away From All This Violence9.0

    The Super Squad continues to work on helping Hope, much to her dismay. MG makes a last-ditch effort at helping the Super Squad, but things do not go as he had planned. Meanwhile, Lizzie searches for answers as Josie goes to extreme measures.

11. 11

    S04E10 · Top rated · February 24, 2022 · 42m

    The Story of My Life10.0

    Cleo, MG and Jed work together on an unusual mission. Alaric, Landon, and Ted figure out what is next for them. Meanwhile, an unexpected source takes Hope by surprise.

12. 12

    S04E15 · Top rated · April 14, 2022 · 43m

    Everything That Can Be Lost May Also Be Found10.0

    Hope continues to be swirled in confusion and fighting her humanity, which results in her seeing the people who mean the most to her: Rebekah, Marcel, Kol, and Freya. Kaleb wants to introduce Cleo to his world, including those who had the most profound influence on his path. Meanwhile, Lizzie devises a plan to get in someone's good graces.

13. 13

    S04E17 · Top rated · May 5, 2022 · 43m

    Into the Woods10.0

    Landon faces yet another surprise; Hope does some deep soul searching; Ethan continues to struggle, and Lizzie steps in to help; MG finally divulges a long-kept secret; Alaric debates putting into action a precarious plan.

14. 14

    S04E19 · Top rated · June 9, 2022 · 43m

    This Can Only End in Blood10.0

    Hope presents a challenge to Ken, which he has to accept. Cleo is set on revenge. The Super Squad prepares for the battle of their lives. Meanwhile, Landon has some unexpected visitors.

15. 15

    S04E20 · Series finale · June 16, 2022 · 43m

    Just Don't Be a Stranger, Okay?9.5

    Hope, Lizzie, MG, Kaleb, Jed, Cleo and Alaric reflect on recent events and what comes next for each of them. Hope and Lizzie each find solace from unexpected yet welcome sources.