| “ | Well, then there's only one question we need to ask, isn't there? Which of our parents do we kill first? | ” |
Alive and Kicking is the second episode of the second season of The Originals and the twenty-fourth episode of the series overall.
Summary[]
GUEST STAR NATHANIEL BUZOLIC APPEARS IN FLASHBACKS TO THE 1700's — As tensions between Elijah and Hayley grow, Klaus steps in and encourages her to regain her position within her werewolf pack. Still under Davina's control, Mikael grows impatient while she attempts to uncover a spell that would protect those closest to her. When Elijah turns to Marcel for help in tracking down a vital piece of information, he is forced to remember a time long ago when they were on better terms. Meanwhile, Davina and Kol (as Kaleb) find themselves in a dangerous situation when unexpected visitors show up and crash their dinner. Finally, Klaus grows suspicious after a meeting with Cassie/Esther doesn't go as he had planned.[1]
Plot[]
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Trivia[]
- Antagonist: Mikael, Esther Mikaelson, Finn Mikaelson, Kol Mikaelson and Niklaus Mikaelson (flashback)
Body Count[]
- Eight villagers (flashback) — Drained of blood; killed by Kol Mikaelson
- Two unnamed witches — Drained of Blood; killed by Hayley Marshall-Kenner
- Unnamed maids (flashback) — Drained of Blood; killed by Kol
- Two actors (flashback) — Drained of Blood; killed by Kol
- Four werewolves — Numerous methods; killed by Mikael
- Gia — Broken Neck; killed by Marcel Gerard and transitioned into a vampire
Continuity[]
- Marcel's father was mentioned. He was last seen in a flashback in A Closer Walk With Thee.
- Emil was indirectly mentioned. He was last seen in a flashback in House of the Rising Son.
Locations[]
- Cadiz, Spain (flashback)
- New Orleans, Louisiana
Behind the Scenes[]
- This episode had 1.29 million viewers in the USA, which was 0.07 million less than the previous episode.
Cultural References[]
- Theo, Klaus' favorite horse, which was beheaded by Mikael, is a direct reference to "The Godfather."
- "Alive and Kicking" is a song from the musical band Simple Minds. The song was released in 1985.
Quotes[]
- Esther: "Long ago, the witches and the werewolves were at peace. Then came the vampires."
- Davina: "You manipulate and kill anyone who gets in your way."
- Elijah: "Father?"
- Mikael: "That's an interesting turn of events."
- Esther: "Nothing can stand against us."
- Klaus: "Well, that's a lofty goal for a teenage girl."
- Klaus: "I met the witch Cassie. I studied her, her presence, the way she carried herself. The fervor with which she voiced her hatred for our kind. I looked into that girl's eyes, and I swear to you, Elijah, she is not just guided by our mother-- she is our mother."
- Elijah: "Our father. I saw him, standing there in the flesh as you do now. He was enslaved with some spell cast by Davina. He holds the stake. If she chooses to release him..."
- Klaus: "Well, then there's only one question we need to ask, isn't there? Which of our parents do we kill first?"
- Klaus: "Where is she? Where is this witch who dares craft moonlight rings without my permission?"
- Mikael: "Hello, son. We have some unfinished business."
Multimedia[]
Soundtrack[]
"Go" – Meg Myers
"Recollection" – Keep Shelly In Athens
Videos[]
The Originals 2x02 Promo "Alive & Kicking" (HD)
Short Promo
The Originals 2x02 Extended Promo - Alive & Kicking HD
Extended Promo
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