The Vampire Diaries was a massive hit for The CW, but I'll never forget the network's controversial decision to cancel its best replacement. The series in question had a fantastic cast comprising well-known names and newer actors, who all came together to craft a great show. For much of the time this series was on the air, it was better than The Vampire Diaries. Both shows had many of the same people working behind the scenes, so it felt like The CW wanted to replicate the popularity of The Vampire Diaries. 4p5464

Young adult fiction writer, L.J. Smith skyrocketed into bigger fame when her hit novels The Vampire Diaries was developed into a series. The television show defined an era in the 2000s when vampires, werewolves, and witches were mainstream. The CW decided to turn another one of her popular book series into a show hoping to hit another goldmine.