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Supernatural: Despair (2020)
Please be quiet.
All I can say is if you're here to hate on the show please go somewhere else and let people enjoy things that are important to them.
Supernatural: Atomic Monsters (2019)
Big Wow
I had a sneaking speculation going into this episode that it was going to turn out to be more than just a cut and dry monster of the week. Opening with Sam's nightmare absolutely blew my mind, we haven't had any talk of Demon-Blood-Sam in what, ten seasons? Is this dream/vision from an alternate universe? A not so distant future? (Leaning towards AU because BENNY!!) How does it tie into Sam's gunshot wound from the Equalizer? How deep does this connection to Chuck really go? This storyline is by far the one I'm most interested in this year, though that may be my Sam favoritism showing. I'm just so happy for him to have a main storyline.
I was also surprised to see Becky show up in this way, but her scenes with Chuck were top notch, and I'm extremely anxious about this ending that he wrote for the Winchesters. The very end of the episode was a tear jerker for sure (thanks Jared Padalecki), and I'm starting to get pretty worried about my Winchester boys. I sincerely hope that the episodes to come are even better than this great outing. Good job behind the camera, Jensen!
Supernatural: The Rupture (2019)
"That's my boy".
We've kicked into gear now, folks. This episode had all the things I expect from a great episode of Supernatural: surprisingly heartbreaking character moments, the culmination of a prediction from years ago, a heart to heart between brothers, and some seriously messed up situations.
If you were on the fence about Season 15 based on the first two episodes, I highly recommend you give this one a watch. Robert Berens is a phenomenal writer who really knows these characters. The acting from the main cast is on point as usual, especially highlighted by the script.
The conclusion of this episode has me more excited than ever to see where this final season takes us and the Winchesters.
Supernatural: Back and to the Future (2019)
A decent setup for what will hopefully be a more epic season.
Mild spoilers/teasers ahead, but nothing too serious.
I liked this episode. Really, I did. I just wish I liked it more. The first act was very strong in my opinion, picking up right where the finale left off. I was surprised to be introduced to a brand new character so quickly but good news, it's a great one!
I believe the second act is where the troubles lie, and I found myself wishing that certain things were approached just a bit differently (time of day during a certain sequence, acting direction of minor roles, etc.). It's no surprise to me at all that the best scene of the episode by far is Sam and Dean standing by the Impala having a good ol heart to heart. Honestly, don't most of the show's best scenes follow that blueprint?
All in all, this was a middle of the road premiere for me. Obviously it's all up to personal preference, but I think Seasons 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 11, and 13 all had much stronger openers. That being said, I'm extremely anxious to see what the entire cast and crew have cooked up for us this year. I know they'll all have put their hearts and souls into this final season, and I think we have a strong jumping point for a truly stellar endcap to the series.
Supernatural: Moriah (2019)
Legendary
Did Supernatural just pull off its best plot twist in the history of the show? Absolutely. What can I even say? This episode will go down in Supernatural history. What a phenomenal way to set up the final season. If Andrew Dabb was trying to come up with the craziest twist that no one in a million years could've anticipated, he sure pulled it off.
God himself is the final villian? It tops every other plot twist the show has ever had. Dean selling his soul to bring Sam back to life? Nope. Lilith is the final seal to raise Lucifer? Nothin. Metatron tricked Castiel into expelling the angels from Heaven? Gadreel is steals Sam's vessel? Dean kills Death? Jack kills Mary? All of these are extremely surprising moments that will always be remembered, but NONE of them are as impactful and widespread as the simple reveal of Chuck being an asshole. Not to mention the fact that he's trying to "clean the slate" by releasing literal hell on earth.
This may be the craziest thing Sam and Dean have ever faced. But in a story all about saying "screw you" to destiny, I think it's safe to say that they'll find a way around this one just like they have so many times before. Chuck wanted them to follow his rules and play his games, but he should know by now that's not how the Winchesters roll. Going into this final hiatus of my favorite show, I just want to say one thing:
Our boys have a lot of work to do.
The Walking Dead: The Bridge (2018)
Best Episode in a Long Time
I don't think Season 8 was as bad other people do, but none of those episodes were anywhere near as good as this one was. If you've stopped watching the show, you're missing out right now. It's been a long time since an episode of The Walking Dead has me this far on the edge of my seat.
Supernatural: Fan Fiction (2014)
A well intentioned, but poorly executed landmark episode.
I'm a huge Supernatural fan, and I don't dislike any of the episodes. However, I think this 200th episode has many problems. Instead of giving long winded review, I'll give some high points and low points for me, personally.
The Good:
1. Sam and Dean's astonished reactions to the musical
2. The show explicitly calling out shippers and basically telling them to take a chill pill.
3. "We got work to do".
4. Chuck
The Bad:
1. Musicals are cringey. There's no getting around it.
2. Dean saying "There's no music in Supernatural" does not negate the fact that there is indeed music in this episode of Supernatural.
3. Although the episode took a jab at shippers and, for all intents and purposes, confirmed that they'll never happen, there is a small yet loud portion of fans who misinterpreted this as confirmation instead of a bit of fun-making.