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Fantasy dramaSupernaturaltook the entire genre to a whole new level when it was released in 2005. Created by Eric Kripke, it starred Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles as brothers Sam and Dean Winchester. Alongside them, Jeffrey Dean Morgan played their father, John. Although he was a recurring character, his storyline could have been cut short in the first season if the original script ofSupernaturalhad been followed.
However, the studio eventually rejected the script, and the creator rewrote it, which was the main reason why John survived the first season.
Eric Kripke details howSupernatural’sfirst script nearly killed John Winchester off
In aninterview,Supernaturalcreator Eric Kripke discussed a significant change made to the original script that impacted the entire direction of the show. One of the most crucial shifts involved the character of John Winchester, portrayed byJeffrey Dean Morgan. Initially, Kripke’s plan was for John to die much earlier in the series.
However, this idea was changed, and John’s character survived far longer in the show. Kripke revealed:
The single biggest change, although it ends up being the core of the show, was that in my original version, Sam and Dean were not raised with their father.
In this early draft, the Winchester brothers were not raised by John. Instead, they were cared for by other family members after their father disappeared when they were young.
Dean would eventually go out to find his father, bringing Sam into the world of hunting after revealing their father’s secret life. Sam, a civilian who didn’t believe in the supernatural, would be pulled into a world of monsters, demons, and dangerous secrets after the revelation. However, this original vision of the show was not well received.
Kripke admitted that he spent months developing the story, only for the studio to reject it, saying,“I must have spent three months writing it, turned it in, and the studio threw it out. They said, ‘We’re not crazy about it.”After receiving the studio’s feedback, Kripke and producer Peter Johnson decided to make a major change. They shifted the backstory so that Sam and Dean had grown up with their father, John.
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This allowed the story to flow more naturally and eliminated the need for lengthy explanations. As a result of this shift, John Winchester’s fate was altered as well. Initially, he was supposed to die much earlier in the series, possibly by the end of season 1. But with the rewrite, John’s character stayed alive through the first season and died in the season 2 premiere.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan steps into the world of reality TV withDestination X
Throughout his decades-long career, actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan has participated in several well-acclaimed projects. But out of the lot, he’s widely known for playing the role of Negan onThe Walking Dead.However, now he’s entering a completely different genre, byhosting an exciting newproject,Destination X.
So, fans can’t wait to witness the larger-than-life personality of the actor in the upcoming show that will combine adventure, mystery, and strategy. The premise of the show is also interesting as contestants are transported to secret locations around the globe, navigating a series of challenges while having no idea where they are.
The show will test not only their physical endurance, but also their mental capacity, as participants rely on intuition, teamwork, and problem-solving to progress. With Morgan at the helm, his engaging personality and knack for storytelling are sure to elevate the viewing experience.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s involvement as host marks a new chapter in his already illustrious career. While fans are used to seeing him wielding Lucille onThe Walking Deador playing intense roles in shows likeSupernatural, this project allows him to connect with audiences in a completely different way.
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As a host, the actor will guide contestants and viewers alike through the twists and turns of the competition. Details about the premiere date and participating contestants are yet to be revealed, but anticipation is already building.
You can watch all the seasons ofSupernaturalon Apple TV.
Sakshi Singh
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Sakshi Singh has written over 1,300 entertainment articles, mostly about Netflix shows and reality TV. She’s spent the last two years covering everything from surprise engagements to shocking eliminations and previously wrote for Essentially Sports in their Netflix Junkie division. A self-proclaimed reality TV addict, Sakshi has watched all 48 seasons of Survivor and never misses a new dating or competition series. She loves watching how strangers meet, fall in love, team up, or betray each other - it’s the mix of strategy and drama that keeps her hooked. When she’s not glued to a reality show, she’s usually watching a crime thriller or tracking the next big streaming hit.
