Ordinary People

S03E08·8.1·November 3, 2011·1h·The CW

With help from Elena and Bonnie, Alaric tries to decipher the meaning behind his recent discovery Elena and Rebekah engage in a mean-girl power struggle, until Rebekah finally reveals some of her family's ancient secrets and the violent past she shares with Klaus and Elijah. Damon tries a reckless new approach to make a breakthrough with Stefan, and they're both surprised by an unlikely ally.

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#2In Season 3of 22 rated episodes

#26All-timeof 171 rated episodes

+0.3vs season avgSeason 3 averages 7.8

2011First airedNovember 3, 2011

Guest stars

Claire Holtas Rebekah Mikaelson

Daniel Gilliesas Elijah Mikaelson

Alice Evansas Esther Mikaelson

Sebastian Rochéas Mikael

Maria Howellas Ayana

Karlee Morgan Eldridgeas Callie

Devon Allowitzas Henrik Mikaelson

Crew

J. Miller TobinDirector

Caroline DriesTeleplay

Julie PlecTeleplay

Nick WautersStory

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