Fair rating?The Vampire Diaries· Season 1 · Episode 1
Pilot
In the series opener, a Virginia high-school student, Elena, falls for a new boy in class who is actually a centuries-old vampire struggling to live peacefully among humans. Their budding relationship is threatened when his evil vampire brother arrives in town and tries to capture Elena's heart for himself.
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#21In Season 1of 22 rated episodes
#111All-timeof 171 rated episodes
−0.7vs season avgSeason 1 averages 8.0
2009First airedSeptember 10, 2009
Guest stars
Chris William Martinas Zach Salvatore
Benjamin Ayresas Mr. William Tanner
Marci T Houseas Mrs. Clarke
Curtis Lumas Peeing Guy #2
Steve Belfordas Darren Malloy
Cindy Busbyas Brooke Fenton
Wesley MacInnesas Peeing Boy #1Crew
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