The Vampire Diaries concluded with eight hit seasons. The series initially aired on television from September 10, 2009 to March 10, 2017 with 171 episodes.
The makers of the supernatural teen drama had announced that the eighth installment, comprising 16 episodes, will be the concluding season of the show.
However, after The Vampire Diaries began streaming on Netflix, the show's popularity touched the sky, leaving the viewers demanding for season 9.
Hence, the producers are planning the show's renewal. Ian Somerhalder who is known for playing Damon Salvatore in the series has reportedly rejected reprising his character in season 9.
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