The Vampire Diaries
The Vampire Diaries is an American supernatural drama television series developed by Kevin Williamson and Julie Plec, based on the popular book series of the same name written by L. J. Smith. The series premiered on The CW on September 10, 2009, and concluded on March 10, 2017, airing 171 episodes over eight seasons.
The Vampire Diaries
Many TV critics felt the series improved with each episode. Sarah Hughes of "The Independent" says "The Vampire Diaries" turns into "a well-crafted, interestingly developed series" despite a poor opening episode.
The "New York Post" also praised the portrayal of Elena, finding the character to be a strong-minded woman who did not allow her feelings for her boyfriend to control her. Karla Peterson of "The San Diego Union-Tribune" said that "the supernatural drama is a first-class production, featuring an insanely gorgeous cast, sharp scripts, and a brooding vibe that is hard for even the most levelheaded adult to resist."
Mike Hale of "The New York Times" gave the series an honorable mention on his list of the top TV shows of 2009.