Supernatural was a hugely popular show, so it’s understandable that The CW tried to recreate that success with a spin-off. They likely hoped the show’s devoted fans would tune in and make it a hit. However, that didn’t happen. The prequel, The Winchesters, which told the story of Sam and Dean’s parents, didn’t gain much traction when it first aired in 2022, but it’s now finding a new audience on streaming platforms.
Featuring Meg Donnelly and Drake Rodger as Mary Campbell and John Winchester, The Winchesters is set in the 1970s. Told from the perspective of Jensen Ackles – who famously played Dean in Supernatural – this prequel explains how Mary and John first met, fell in love, and began their lives hunting monsters. While the basic idea is straightforward, the show became unnecessarily complex because it takes place in an alternate universe within a larger multiverse, which confused many viewers.
The Winchesters, a prequel to the popular series Supernatural, shares the incredible love story of how John Winchester and Mary Campbell first met. It details how they risked everything to save not only their relationship, but the world itself. After returning home from the Vietnam War, John experiences a strange event that leads him to investigate his father’s history. During his search, he meets 19-year-old Mary, a skilled demon hunter who is also trying to find out what happened to her father. They team up to reveal the secrets surrounding both of their families and uncover the truth.
Was ‘The Winchesters’ Really That Bad?
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Although viewers had mixed feelings about The Winchesters, critics really loved the Supernatural prequel. It currently has a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with most reviewers agreeing that it was a captivating show with a lot of potential. Sadly, we won’t get to see if it could have developed further, as The CW canceled it just two months after the first season ended.
Unfortunately, The Winchesters didn’t quite resonate with fans of Supernatural. While the show had a few promising moments during its brief run, they were overshadowed by its overall shortcomings. Compared to the original series, it felt like a weak copy that rushed its storyline. A key issue was the lack of convincing chemistry between the lead actors, making it difficult to believe they would become the parents Sam and Dean often described.
With all of that in mind, it’s certainly gained attention recently due to its comeback on streaming platforms. It’s possible new viewers will actually like it, but we believe most of the increased interest is simply due to curiosity.
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