Season Eight begins with Damon and Enzo continuing on their killing spree, both following the commands of a sinister and unnatural force. While Bonnie, Stefan and Caroline are grieving their loss, they team up to investigate who or what may be the cause of their disappearance. Alaric joins the search and continues to look for clues on how they escaped the Armory vault and Matt's family history will reveal a deeper connection to Mystic Falls and how he may be able to save the town from destruction.

The final season promises high-stakes romance and drama in all 16 thrilling episodes of television's most addictive and captivating vampires.