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Vampire Diaries (2009)

Vampire Diaries
Vampire Diaries
Drama
Horror
Romance

Release Date
September 10, 2009
Main Genre
Drama
Seasons
8
Studio
The CW

Summary

The Vampire Diaries is based on a novel series penned by L.J. Smith about two vampire brothers - one evil and one good -who vie for the soul of Elena Gilbert, a young woman, her friends and her family. The show is being produced by Alloy Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television.

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