The Vampire Diaries is a supernatural drama television series developed by Kevin Williamson and Julie Plec, based on the book series of the same name by L.J. Smith. The series premiered on The CW on September 10, 2009. It tells the story of Elena Gilbert (Nina Dobrev), a young high school girl who falls in love with vampire Stefan Salvatore (Paul Wesley), and her subsequent struggle against the evil forces that surround him.

The Vampire Diaries has received mixed reviews from critics. However, it has become a ratings success for The CW, and has gained a large fan base. The …