Are you excited for the upcoming Vampire Diaries spin-off The Originals?

JJJ recently caught up with the stars of the show at the CW upfront presentation in New York City, and we’ve got some exclusive scoop for you!

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The Originals follows the original vampire family of Klaus (Joseph Morgan), Elijah (Daniel Gillies), and Rebekah (Claire Holt) as they head to New Orleans for different reasons.

The series also stars Phoebe Tonkin, Charles Michael Davis, Leah Pipes, Daniella Pineda, and Danielle Campbell.

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Phoebe Tonkin and Claire Holt hit the carpet at the 2013 CW Upfront Presentation held at The London Hotel in New York City on Thursday morning (May 16).

The two Aussie actresses were joined by their Originals cast mates Charles Michael Davis, Joseph Morgan, Daniella Pineda and Danielle Campbell.

“Upfront day with all the babes!!!! #originals xxx,” Phoebe tweeted.

The Originals will air on Tuesdays this fall @ 8PM ET/PT on the CW.

FYI: Phoebe wore a vintage Claude Montana dress with a Kzeniya clutch. Danielle wore a red Alice + Olivia dress and Jimmy Choo heels.

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Klaus (Joseph Morgan) goes back to his New Orleans roots in this promo for the upcoming Vampire Diaries spin-off The Originals!

“Loyalty. Family. I want what he has,” Klaus says about his protege Marcel (Charles Michael Davis). “I want it back. I want to be king!”

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In case you missed them, check out the first episode stills! And don’t forget to read our interview with Joseph where he talks about the new show!

The Originals airs this Thursday, April 25th @ 8PM ET on The CW!

Watch the promo below!

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Check out the official poster for the upcoming Vampire Diaries spin-off The Originals!

The shot features the Original vampire siblings Klaus (Joseph Morgan), Rebekah (Claire Holt) and Elijah (Daniel Gillies), and cast newbie Marcel (Charles Michael Davis). Hayley (Phoebe Tonkin) is noticeably absent for some unknown reason.

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In case you missed them, check out the first episode stills! And don’t forget to read our interview with Joseph where he talks about the new show!

The Originals will air as a backdoor pilot on Thursday, April 25th @ 8PM on The CW!

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Joseph Morgan has his fortune told in this new still from The Originals.

In the premiere episode, Klaus (Morgan) returns to New Orleans after hearing a plot brewing against him there. Siblings Elijah (Daniel Gillies) and Rebekah (Claire Holt) accompany him on the ride.

Phoebe Tonkin, Daniella Pineda, Danielle Campbell, Charles Michael Davis and Leah Pipes also star.

The Originals, a spin-off from The Vampire Diaries, premieres Thursday, April 25th @ 8PM ET/PT on the CW.

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Joseph Morgan gets into character while filming a scene for The Vampire Diaries upcoming spin-off The Originals on Monday (March 18) in New Orleans, La.

The 31-year-old actor was joined by his co-star Charles Michael Davis as the two shared a laugh in between takes.

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The week before, Joseph‘s other co-stars Phoebe Tonkin and Claire Holt were spotted grabbing their luggage after arriving in town at the airport.

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Charles Michael Davis is the latest cast addition to The Vampire Diaries spin-off The Originals!

According to Deadline, the Switched at Birth actor will play Klaus (Joseph Morgan)’s former protégé Marcel.

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The Originals centers on Klaus’ return to the supernatural melting pot that is the French Quarter of New Orleans — a town he helped build centuries ago — where he is reunited with Marcel. It’s there that he also goes head-to-head with his brother Elijah (Daniel Gillies) who is still intent on keeping him in line.

The backdoor pilot will air April 25th @8PM ET on The CW!

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