The Originals (2013)
The Originals is streaming in New Zealand on Amazon Prime Video.
The verdict
The Originals landed among the stronger English series of its release window. It holds an 8.6/10 on TMDB from 3,655 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 45 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.
Is it worth starting?
This is 5 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy, leaning drama. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- It rates 8.6/10 on 3,655 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
The Vampire Diaries spin-off that follows the Mikaelsons, a family of millennia-old, power-hungry vampires who want to reclaim the city they built, New Orleans, and dominate all those who have wronged them.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~45 min per episode |
| Genre | Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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