Legacies (2018–2022) User Reviews (582)

A Plot Driven by Lies

[khaliid_rahiim · 6/10 · 21 April 2021]

As a younger adult, I am able to relate with this show and the lives of the teenagers in it. Charismatic characters like MG and Kaleb are a joy to watch, and Landon with his deadpan deliveries and budding emotions stand out in the sea of other teenage personalities. Hope is a strong and likable lead, but she acts too much like an adult, even if she is powerful.

There is a strong theme of honesty in this show, or rather, the lack thereof. Almost all of the main and supporting actors have lied multiple times. These lies and/or the revelation of truths are constant plot drivers and climaxes of every episode. Some of these lies are unnecessary and exaggerated, and it breaks the immersion of the show as you tell yourself "that doesn't make any sense." Even though "Legacies" takes place in a fictional world, the human parts, like dialogue and decision-making, are unbelievable as they would not normally happen with regular people.

This show is good, but fewer lies and relatable dialogue can make it great. One of the reasons its predecessor, The Originals, is so great is because it was often no-nonsense and straightforward. Even though the age gap between the characters of both shows numbers in the thousands, that does not excuse the inauthenticity of character interactions.

Bored

[kimaru-99511 · 6/10 · 22 February 2021]

Am getting sick and bored of the repetitive disappearance of London and Hope going to find. Hope was waay awesome in The Originals. Her hybrid potential is getting wasted in this Legacies. They are running out of ideas for the show. Think eventually the show will be canceled. Legacies is a disgrace to The Originals & Vampire Diaries.

I think it will only get better.

[prettigurl-16620 · 7/10 · 7 December 2018]

I'm honestly surprised about the negative comments. I think so far this spin off has been awesome. I loved Rick in TVD. I just watched the epoisode where Joe comes bcak. I was in tears. It has a good mixture of the supernatural beings we saw in TVD and the originals. Can't wait for more episodes and to see old characters!

Potential for more

[hntemple-54433 · 9/10 · 5 December 2018]

I was skeptical watching this. Especially considering how it replaced Wayward Sisters in the CW lineup. But after watching the first few episodes, I have to admit that I am REALLY liking it! Hope Mikaelson's acting has finally made an appearance. The fact that they are incorporating other legendary creatures is really interesting. Landon's character is a mystery that is obviously going to be insane when the truth comes out. I love seeing the old characters take on parental roles to the new ones. So curious to see where this goes & hoping it continues to live up to it's predecessors!

Should have stopped after The Orignals

[marymchowdhary · 6/10 · 23 June 2022]

The first season itself does no justice to the previous series ( TVD an TO) Too much of Hope and Landon drama ( which is clearly not required) Way to many plots and twists, overaged actors for underage characters (Lizze, Kaleb,...)

Really not that bad

[rroelandskeim · 8/10 · 14 December 2018]

Honestly it's not that bad. I've seen far worse. For those who are annoyed about it 'expanding the universe' it's really no different to what Fantastic Beasts has done for Harry Potter. I find it watchable enough and will continue to give it a go. Don't let other reviews make up your mind for you. Give it a go and see what you think.

Not as good as vampire diaries or the originals

[risbyceonna · 7/10 · 10 December 2020]

I'm honestly very disappointed in this show. I was expecting it to be like The Originals, instead they made it all childish and for kids. The plot is very confusing and there's new characters each epsiode. They dont even give the characters a real personality they just toss them aside. Not to mention how Hope, the most powerful person ever, is portrayed so weak. The villains are childish monsters. I really hope season 3 is better because I'm really disappointed.

Quite impressed

[amanda28972 · 10/10 · 26 October 2018]

As a big fan of both the originals and vampire diaries I was very unimpressed when they came to an end so was very excited when another spin off was in the works. I absolutely loved the first episode of legacies I think hope is such a good mix of both klaus and Haley and I'm really looking forward to how her character evolves she has Haley's soft side and compassion but also the fire of klaus is just under the surface I can't wait for the next episode. I love it.

Why is everyone hating on this show ?

[saudaminikulkarni · 7/10 · 11 April 2021]

It's not that bad ! They're targeting a different audience with a younger generation of vampires, wolves and newer creatures, but didn't Vampire Diaries also start with Elena, Caroline and Bonnie as teenagers? The show is gripping with some sort of okay acting and new mythical challenges everyday.

Don't compare it to the dark nature of the originals, which was a different ball game altogether. But this show on its own, is pretty entertaining to watch !

WHAT A DISAPPOINTMENT!

[tatiimansour · 1/10 · 30 April 2020]

I have watched TVD and TO like 5 times each.. i am IN LOOOVE with the story, the characters, the depths of everything as i am crazy about the cast! This legacies series have disappointed me and every one i know who were fans of TO and TVD.. I mean come on, we have lost the essence of werewolves, vampires and witches to mythical monsters without a background story! The villains are RIDICULOUS with terrible acting! and seriously.. they put a mascot to play a wolf ? what is this? Red riding hood volume 2 ?

Hope is the daughter of the greatest character of all three series.. Julie Plec ruined her and her character and this is not the legacy (pun intended) that the previous shows have left behind! Honestly i keep watching this in respect to the originals and the vampire diaries and in hope that the pas 11 years of addiction to these series might be worth continuing.

What a shame !

Great series potential

[skpn123 · 10/10 · 7 December 2018]

This series is fresh, creative with a cast and plot with so much potential - not as heavy as Vampire Diaries and Originals - I actually preferred it - kept me interested without heavy intensity

What happened

[vvmaryam · 8 November 2018]

They ruined the tvd universe they should have stuck to withches and vampire etc ... dragons? Seriously? They are turning it into a whole other show. No one liked the 2nd episode with the new creatures. It was 8/10 and now it's went all the way down to 7.3/10 I'm sorry, legacies, but Tvd And TO we're supposed to be the end of the vampire universe.

First episode only

[eliagirl · 7/10 · 26 October 2018]

I'm pleasantly thrilled about another spinoff from the vampire diaries. I didn't care for the originals but this looks promising for me. The first episode was nice and I'm ready for more 👌🏾

A let down for watchers of The Originals

[skip-98756 · 3/10 · 30 November 2018]

Im sure anyone who loved the Originals was eager to check out its spinoff, but this does Not carry on the Legacy, pun intended...The Originals was intense, adult, and superbly acted whereas the the spinoff comes across as a typical teen agnst,soapy,Harry potter meets xaviers school from xmen kind of vib..It is full of siliness, fantasy, monster of the week nonsense withe the shallowest of storylines and poor acting from the young ones...Granted,they Are kids, but THIS kid, Hope, could have been the center around which a serious,dark themed layered story could have been written... she has a dark past, dark parents and scarey levels of power that could be tapped in her and stories built around her dealing with the Legacy that her parents left her with..THATS what id like to see! Not this kidsy ,silly monster, harry potter themed stuff...im still watching becuz i love Anything with vampire,werewolf,mutant, witches or superpowered beings ,but this show needs to shift gears into seriousness, touch upon Hopes dark side, and make the show more about That ,otherwise its going down the toilet after 1 season..

The Lovechild of TWD and TO

[retribuere95 · 9/10 · 14 December 2018]

I like the way they are handling the story, I like that they merged all of the werewolf, witch, vampire, stuff; instead of focusing only to one of them, they are using these creatures to probably fight a battle that is to come but together. I think the premise of the show is intriguing that they, these mythical creatures, are all somehow forgotten, and they are now coming back. Even though the first few episodes are a bit shaky, it definitely worth the watch and the time. I personally cannot wait for a new episode because I want to know more about, why those creatures were forgotten, who did that, why are they coming back now. Last one is important because I think it can be connected with the existence of Hope. She is an impossible creature herself. You shouldn't go into this waiting for something like TWD or TO or waiting for cameos from those shows, they do happen but try to connect with the new characters. I like the references to those shows but these are the new generation.

Great start!!

[deviousdancer · 7/10 · 26 October 2018]

Initial thoughts:

Hope is Elena 2.0 (totally agree with this opinion)

Lizzie channeled season 1 Caroline (when she was gushing over Stefan ) over the Rafe thing.

And my predictions on Landon is Landon is a potential (awakened decendant of "The Five") which would explain why he cannot be compelled. This would be the perfect entrance for Little Gilbert aka Jeremy Gilbert to come back and help him.

Long live the legacies

[bigsuperchris · 10/10 · 26 October 2018]

I watched the premeire of this show tonight and let me tell you I was on the edge of my seat.amazing show beautiful girls perfect pace if all episodes are like this I definitely want more

The sequel we all deserved

[breemartell · 6/10 · 6 November 2018]

Hope taking on the main role or Elena 2.0 as some have said was a great choice. Writing has made the female main character a strong woman rather than the Elena damsel in distress trope. I'm also super happy they kept some of the characters from vampire diaries and didn't reboot with a 100% brand new cast. I'm very excited to see where this show goes!

Wow a lot of haters

[Movieloverkristen · 9/10 · 30 November 2018]

I like it! Of course it's no VD or originals.. but I like it a lot! I hope they bring in some classic characters but so far I like it!

From humble beginnings do legacies develop

[roxmewild · 6/10 · 29 March 2019]

I loved both Vampire Diaries and the Originals and was gutted when they both ended so when I heard of this spin off I was excited! Minus a few dodgy episodes I have found this first season a good building ground for future seasons great climax to the season left me looking forward to season 2. Hopefully in season 2 it can mature storyline wise and reach its potential. It is still better than many shows just not as good as the Originals but given time maybe.

Doesn't compare to TVD or TO

[ahmorris-58851 · 4/10 · 15 April 2020]

Legacies isn't horrible but it's definitely for a younger audience. You might as well deal with the pain once you finish TVD and TO and move on rather than cling to this last ounce of hope (haha). This show had so much more potential that was pretty much ignored. It adds in tons of mythical creatures which could've been interesting only they made it so immature. It's honestly as if the writer became a middle schooler over night. Another thing is the acting. I'm sorry but other than (Obviously Rick) Josie, Lizzie, Landon, and Hope (who can be a stretch most times) , the actors and actresses either have little talent or are not given the platform to properly present their talent. I think we all had high expectations to which few were met. I'm so disappointed to be saying this and truly wish it were different, but don't waste your time unless you have nothing else to do.

Outstanding

[rileyofhousestark · 10/10 · 4 December 2018]

Brilliant Show. Loved Vampire Diaries And The Originals. So Glad This Came Out. Wasn't Ready To For The Shows And Characters To End. So Glad The Story Continues!!

Fun for fans of the other series in the universe

[omgitsreinier · 7/10 · 27 October 2018]

7/10, teen drama with a supernatural twist which you will probably like if you liked the Vampire Diaries/the Originals.

**SPOILERS**

It's a first episode, so of course a lot of exposition, but they dive into the action quite quickly. They have 8 seasons of the Vampire Diaries and (so far) 4 seasons of the Originals worth of back-story, but they try to explain things in a natural way, which they do just fine most of the time. There are still references to the other series scattered throughout which can make it pretty confusing for a newcomer.

The new main character is a Hope, a pretty girl and the daughter of Klaus Mikaelson, who had a child with an alpha werewolf in the Originals, which makes Hope a werewolf, vampire and witch all in one. Her acting is not bad at all and after the first episode she feels quite likable.

That being said, if you are already a fan, this will probably pique your interest as it is set in the same universe and the same town as the Vampire Diaries. There is vampires, werewolves and witches again, now in a supernatural school. Perfect breeding ground for teenage drama and there's plenty of that in the first episode.

It does feel like this spin-off is meant for a younger audience than the Originals.

W H A T

[formix7 · 1/10 · 14 May 2020]

Dragons seriously? THIS IS MIKALESONS LEGACY U JUST RUINED IT

Love it

[yvosimons98 · 8/10 · 23 November 2018]

Doesn't dissapoint this far. Curious how it Will Go.