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Nov 18, 2016 Season 8 Episode 5 43 min TV-14

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Season 8 Episode 5 — Aired on Nov 18, 2016 • runs about 43 minutes.

Directed by James L. Thompson III.

Written by Céline Geiger.

Notable cast/guest names in this episode include Paul Wesley, Ian Somerhalder, Kat Graham, Candice King.

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Synopsis

Spiraling down a dangerous path of self-destruction, Damon’s latest actions prove he may be beyond the point of return. Unwilling to give up on his brother, Stefan is forced to make a gut-wrenching decision that threatens to change their relationship forever. Elsewhere, Bonnie gets advice from Caroline on how to break through to Enzo, while Matt attempts to decipher a mysterious box of messages that he’s received. Finally, after tragedy strikes close to home, Stefan and the others are forced to remember what matters most to them.