The show The Vampire Diaries might have ended on TV, but there is still hope for the story to continue. In honor of its 15th anniversary, showrunner Julie Plec talked to The Hollywood Reporter about the possibility of bringing the show back.
The show first aired in 2009 and quickly became popular because of the love triangle between Elena Gilbert, played by Nina Dobrev, and the two vampire brothers. It ran for eight seasons and had two spin-off shows, which officially ended in 2022.
However, the show still finds new life through streaming services, and fans are eager to know if more content is on the way. According to Plec, the possibility is still there.
“Paul Wesley and I were literally just texting two days ago because he saw the news about the Twilight animated show and he’s like, ‘Why aren’t we doing this?’ And I said, ‘Good question. We should do this.’ There are so many chances to keep this world alive and keep this franchise going. For me, it’s just about the right idea and the right time, like I’m game.”
Paul Wesley, who played one of the vampire brothers, Stefan Salvatore, was an important part of the story. Stefan was the first to fall in love with Elena, and his journey through love and redemption was a key part of the show.
Stefan’s struggle with his darker, bloodthirsty side, known as his “ripper tendencies,” added depth to his character. Fans will remember that in the series finale, Stefan doesn’t survive, which leads people to wonder what Plec has in mind if the story returns.
What Could a ‘The Vampire Diaries’ Movie Look Like?
While Plec and the creators are eager to continue The Vampire Diaries, she admits that there are some challenges. By the end of the series, many of the main characters are dead, which could make it difficult to bring them back.
Another issue is the actors’ ages. In shows about immortal characters, like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, actors aging can be a problem. Plec is aware of these challenges and has mentioned them before. One example was when The CW canceled the spin-off show Legacies before it had fully run its course. Plec has always been open about her desire to continue telling stories and remains hopeful.
“I personally know that there is a story that I would like to tell if anyone will have me eventually, so we shall see,” Plec shared. Paul Wesley has a simple solution to these challenges. He believes that making an animated movie, like the upcoming Twilight project, could avoid the problems that come with aging actors and dead characters.
There’s also the possibility of focusing on the next generation. In the final episode, Elena marries Damon (Ian Somerhalder), Stefan’s brother, who has taken the cure for vampirism. As humans, aging won’t be an issue, and Legacies reveals that they have a daughter named Stefanie.
Still from The Vampire Diaries (Credit: Max)
An interesting twist could be Stefanie getting pulled into the world her parents wanted to leave behind. While the details are uncertain, one thing is for sure: fans are ready to return to Mystic Falls. Until then, The Vampire Diaries is available for streaming on Max.
There is still hope for The Vampire Diaries to make a comeback, with Julie Plec and Paul Wesley discussing new possibilities. Though challenges exist, including aging actors and character deaths, fans remain enthusiastic. Whether through an animated movie or a new storyline, the love for Mystic Falls continues to thrive.
Grey’s Anatomy is all set to begin its 21st season in less than three weeks, and it will be a season that breaks records. The show will bring some significant changes.
Meredith Grey will return to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital, where she will be caught in a conflict with the Fox Foundation. At the same time, two well-known characters will bid farewell to the show. New characters are also expected to make their appearance at some point during the season.
The first episode of the season is titled “If Walls Could Talk.” It suggests that Grey Sloan is facing hard times without some of its top doctors. In this episode, the hospital deals with a potential mass casualty event, stretching its resources to the limit. New images from the episode show both the characters who are staying and those who are leaving sharing moments together.
The official description of the episode shares more about the struggles at Grey Sloan:
“After firing some of Grey Sloan’s best, Catherine continues to interfere with Meredith and Amelia’s research. Accidents at a climate change protest bring unique cases to the hospital, and Bailey encounters a blast from the past.”
Jake Borelli and Midori Francis to Exit Grey’s Anatomy in Season 21
Jake Borelli, who has been part of Grey’s Anatomy for seven seasons since his debut in Season 14, is going to leave the show during the early episodes of the new season. Some of the new images show Borelli’s character, Dr. Levi Schmitt, balancing his work at Grey Sloan with his personal life. He shares screen time with Dr. Jo Wilson, one of his close friends.
The season’s teaser hints that Jo has a secret she has been keeping from Dr. Link. It seems that Schmitt is the only one who knows about Jo’s pregnancy. Some of the images show Schmitt, Jo, and Link together, with Jo seemingly upset, while Schmitt tries to have a conversation with Link.
Midori Francis, who plays one of the interns, will also be leaving the show. In the released images, Francis can be seen wearing her intern scrubs, though it will only be for a short time. Both Francis and Borelli will make a few more appearances to wrap up their characters’ stories before exiting the series for good.
Meredith Grey Returns with New Challenges
Dr. Meredith Grey, a character who has not been at Grey Sloan for a while, will make her return this season. Meredith is dealing with trouble stirred up by Catherine, who is trying to take control of the Alzheimer’s research that Meredith has been heavily involved in.
The new images show Meredith looking thoughtful as she returns to a place filled with memories. It seems she is reflecting on her long history with Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
Still from Grey’s Anatomy (Credit: Hulu)
This season promises to offer more screen time for characters like Dr. Monica Beltran, played by Natalie Morales, and Nick Marsh, played by Scott Speedman. Meredith’s relationship with Nick is something that will be revisited in this season.
Dr. Bailey’s Past and New Faces in Grey’s Anatomy
In the season’s logline, there is a mention of a “blast from the past” for Dr. Bailey. This could mean the return of Dr. Sydney Heron, played by Kali Rocha, who Dr. Bailey first met back in Season 2.
This season will also introduce new characters. Floriana Lima will join the cast in her first season of Grey’s Anatomy. Michael Thomas Grant will also be part of the new cast, making his debut in this season as well.
There is a lot of excitement surrounding Grey’s Anatomy Season 21, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how the stories unfold. Don’t miss the season premiere on Thursday, September 26, at 10 p.m. ET on ABC. If you miss the live airing, you can stream all episodes on Hulu.
