‘Supernatural’ Spinoff in Works, Jared Padalecki ‘Bummed’ He Wasn’t Asked to Be Involved
Supernatural fans were surprised on Thursday when it was revealed that the show’s star Jensen Ackles is developing a prequel spinoff series. However, no one was seemingly more taken aback by the news than Ackles’ former co-star Jared Padalecki.
As first reported by Deadline, Ackles and his wife, Danneel, who played recurring character Anael in the long-running series, are executive producing The Winchesters for The CW, the network that aired Supernatural for the majority of its 15 season run. Ackles will reprise his role as Dean Winchester to narrate the series, which will center on the epic, untold love story of the Winchester parents, John and Mary.
Padalecki, who played Dean’s brother Sam Winchester, will not be involved in the new series and appeared completely unaware until the news broke on Thursday. “Dude. Happy for you. Wish I heard about this some way other than Twitter,” the Walker actor tweeted in response to Ackles. “I’m excited to watch, but bummed that Sam Winchester had no involvement whatsoever.”
Dude. Happy for you.
Wish I heard about this some way other than Twitter.
I’m excited to watch, but bummed that Sam Winchester had no involvement whatsoever. https://t.co/bAcEvFKM7p— Jared Padalecki (@jarpad) June 25, 2021
When fans wondered if Padalecki was making a bad joke, he quickly cleared up that he was serious, writing, “No. It’s not [a joke]. This is the first I’ve heard about it. I’m gutted.”
No.
It’s not.
This is the first I’ve heard about it.
I’m gutted. https://t.co/1i8eC8YAdV— Jared Padalecki (@jarpad) June 25, 2021
The Winchesters is produced by Warner Bros. Television, where Ackles and Danneel signed an overall deal last year through their company Chaos Machine Productions. Supernatural alum Robbie Thompson will serve as writer and executive producer.
“After Supernatural wrapped its 15th season, we knew it wasn’t over. Because like we say in the show, ‘nothing ever really ends, does it?’” Ackles told Deadline. “When Danneel and I formed Chaos Machine Productions, we knew the first story we wanted to tell was the story of John and Mary Winchester, or rather the Supernatural origin story.”
He added: “I always felt like my character, Dean, would have wanted to know more about his parents’ relationship and how it came to be. So I love the thought of having him take us on this journey.”
Supernatural, which aired its series finale last fall, followed the Winchester brothers as they hunted demons, ghosts, monsters, and other supernatural beings. Their parents, John and Mary, who appeared in the first two seasons, were played by Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Samantha Smith. There is no word yet on who would be cast in these roles in the prequel.
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This seems so... wrong. If true, I hate that Jared wasn't at least made aware of the series.
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Not really on Board
Its an alright idea if done right
But If it has Dean it has to have Sam
Otherwise the Sequel shouldnt have Either
Its both or Neither
Unless you position Sam with his own Show
Have him run a School to Train future Hunters,Men of Letters and Allies among the world spread out to be eyes and ears. Instead of like the Men Of Letters kill or be killed Graduation all those who enter Winchester Academy have a role in the war against evil
Evolve the story
While Dean focus's on uncovering the past with Mary
Let Sam focus on building the future with someone else
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I have loved Supernatural from the beginning! It was a writing/chemistry superwin! Jensen did not carry 15 years of success alone, it was a partnership and any subsequent spinoff should acknowledge that and at the very least respectfully include advising Jared in all matters Supernatural. It’s just the right and proper thing to do, Bro.
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Jensen how could you not include Jared after all these years? Not cool dude. I do however wish you both the best.
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It's very sad our Sam was.not ask.thats very bad
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I agree, I think he should have been made aware of the thought of even the new story plot, since he is apart of the story.
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You would’ve thought after working together for 15 seasons, Jensen would’ve shown the common courtesy of sharing the news with Jared. But, courtesy doesn’t play much of a role these days. Much success to both of them as they pursue their careers…that’s common courtesy.
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Not cool, puts a bad taste in my mouth. The image you both portrayed as close, loving brothers .
I would have never imagined that Our loyal Dean would throw his brother Sam under the bus.
They were his parents too.
Maybe Michael possessed Dean again, but for real the image you put out there as loving loyal brothers just got the screws.
Sam we love you. Dean🤦♀️
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Still possible Sam could show as his younger self in show. Don’t really need both brothers to narrate their parents past lives. Who knows maybe Sam will get his own spin-off if this does well. Maybe from when they were kiddos to when he hit college etc.
I hope castiel gets a storyline also lol miss that goofy angel! If they wanted could also do spin-off with their kids taking over business and joining castiel hunting down monsters etc.
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No one is replacing him...LOL. Its a prequal about their parents and Dean is narrating it as his Character.
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Supernatural covered the story about the brothers,Dean was obviously more interested in his parents, because he was older when the fire happened, all he's doing is narrating the story of his parents, I don't think it would make any sense to have Sam in it, is what a guest narrator?
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I think it’s a great idea.. and I hope everyone understands that from the pilot Sam wanted nothing to do with the family business. Since it’s a prequel it can be mentioned that Sam is in college but from what I remember it doesn’t have much to do with him.. now don’t get me wrong those guys had GREAT chemistry together and Supernatural wouldn’t have been the same without him but the prequel really doesn’t need him.. Sorry Jared but I know you can understand.. Would of been great to include him in production or something or maybe a few episodes with him battling with there father. But the show might be happening so who knows what lies ahead.. Great idea Jensen and Danneel I look forward to watching.
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I agree. If it's a spin off that's going to include Dean, then it has to include Sam as well or it won't work. You have to keep the whole family, cannot be missing one of them.
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Can't have the same 2 actors from a 15 year long show star in a spinoff. Dude should be happy he's already involved in walker & relax. Sounds butt hurt to me
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Why not? J2 have talked about a reboot, mini series or movie about the brothers for years. It came as a surprise to almost everyone from Eric Kripke to Warner Bros, the CW and a lot of fans as well that Jared not only would have no involvement, he didn't even know about it. And Jensen chose to drop the news 5 min before the new ep of Walker aired in order to capitalize on Jared's SPN fans that watch his show. Butt hurt? I think just hurt.
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I think this is awesome Dean can do it. I'm sure Sam will show up.
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But could you put up with any more whining soy covered banter from Jared for any other seasons? Honestly he over acts every emotion, he would be more suited to the Bold and the Beautiful.
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Imagine putting 15 years in a character then have someone else take over the character you grew to love
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