Night of the Hunter

 is the seventh episode of the seventh season of The Vampire Diaries and the one hundred and fortieth episode of the series.

Summary
CLOSER TO THE EDGE – As Julian and Lily throw a party to celebrate his return and Mary Louise and Nora’s anniversary, Stefan sets in motion a risky plan to eliminate a new threat. Blinded by rage and against everyone’s will, Alaric sets out on a personal vampire killing spree to exact revenge. Elena and Bonnie get to have a happier day, while Enzo is conflicted. Elsewhere, Ethan assembles people to start a vampire den with a special destiny. Caroline also appears.

Main Cast

 * Nina Dobrev as Elena Gilbert
 * Paul Wesley as Stefan Salvatore
 * Ian Somerhalder as Damon Salvatore
 * Kat Graham as Bonnie Bennett
 * Candice Accola as Caroline Forbes
 * Zach Roerig as Matt Donovan
 * Matt Davis as Alaric Saltzman
 * Michael Malarkey as Lorenzo
 * Hunter Parrish as Andrew Montez

Special Guest Starring

 * Annie Wersching as Lillian Salvatore

Recurring Cast

 * Elizabeth Blackmore as Valerie
 * Jaiden Kaine as Beau
 * Scarlett Byrne as Nora
 * Teressa Liane as Mary-Louise
 * Tim King as Oscar
 * Luke Benward as William Duncan
 * Adam Gregory as Ethan Crane

Cultural References

 * "Night of the Hunter" is a song by American rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars.