THE ORIGINALS: Synopsis and Photos from the Season Finale

The first season of The Originals wraps up tonight with a birth, a death, and a lot more in between.

MOTHER AND CHILD IN PERIL — As the baby’s due date draws near, (Joseph Morgan) and Elijah (Daniel Gillies) embark on a search for Hayley (Phoebe Tonkin), while Hayley herself is determined to do whatever it takes to keep her unborn baby safe and away from the witches.  Francesca (guest star Peta Sargent) takes a meeting with Oliver (guest star Chase Coleman) and Jackson (guest star Nathan Parsons) to determine the future of the werewolves in New Orleans.  In the aftermath of a surprising attack on Marcel (Charles Michael Davis) and his vampires at the compound, Davina (Danielle Campbell) and Cami (Leah Pipes) join resources to take down Klaus.  Finally, in a desperate move to protect those most important to him, Klaus makes a heartbreaking decision.  Matt Hastings directed the episode written by Diane Ademu-John (#122).

“From a Cradle to a Grave” airs Tuesday, May 13 at 8/7c on the CW.