Following last night’s episode of The Vampire Diaries, The CW gave an early pick up to The Originals, the highly anticipated spin-off of the vampire-based series. The network also decided to give early orders for the second season of Beauty and the Beast, and the third season of Hart of Dixie. This follows the previously announced pickup orders for Arrow, The Vampire Diaries and Supernatural.

According to Mark Pedowitz, president of The CW, “As soon as we saw last night’s episode of ‘The Vampire Diaries,’ we knew we wanted more of ‘The Originals’ – Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson have done a fantastic job with ‘The Vampire Diaries,’ which is as fast-paced and well-written as ever, and Julie has created an equally compelling world for ‘The Originals.’ We’re also very excited to bring back ‘Beauty And The Beast’ and ‘Hart of Dixie’ for next season – both series continue to be creatively strong and compelling, and their fans are incredibly passionate.  I’m very happy to have all three series on the schedule for next season.”

Beauty and the Beast, starring Kristin Kreuk and Jay Ryan,was this year’s People’s Choice Award winner for Favorite New Drama, and Hart of Dixie, starring Rachel Bilson,is one of The CW’s top performers on digital platforms, behind only The Vampire Diaries.

Source: The CW