Review of Supernatural Season 15 (2019-2020)
After 15 years of hunting monsters, facing demons, and saving the world, Supernatural finally reached its conclusion with Season 15. The final season of the beloved fantasy-horror series, starring Jensen Ackles (Dean Winchester) and Jared Padalecki (Sam Winchester), aimed to wrap up the epic journey of the Winchester brothers while delivering emotional closure for fans. But did it succeed?
Plot & Storyline
Season 15 picks up after the explosive events of Season 14, where God (Chuck, played by Rob Benedict) reveals himself as the ultimate villain, deciding to destroy the world as punishment for the Winchesters defying him. This sets up the brothers’ biggest and final battle—not against monsters or demons, but against God himself.
As Sam, Dean, and Castiel (Misha Collins) fight to save humanity, they face familiar faces, old foes, and heartbreaking losses. The season explores themes of free will, destiny, and the idea of writing one’s own story rather than being controlled by a higher power.
While the premise is ambitious, the execution is somewhat uneven. Some episodes feel repeтιтive, and the pacing is inconsistent. However, the emotional moments, particularly in the latter half of the season, remind us why Supernatural has remained a fan-favorite for so long.
Character Arcs & Performances
- Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles) – As always, Jensen Ackles delivers a powerful performance. Dean’s journey in Season 15 is about accepting his own mortality, coming to terms with fate, and ultimately finding peace.
- Sam Winchester (Jared Padalecki) – Sam struggles with the weight of leadership and the burden of trying to find a way to stop Chuck. His emotional depth shines, especially in the final episodes.
- Castiel (Misha Collins) – Castiel plays a crucial role this season, and his storyline provides one of the most heartbreaking and poignant moments of the series. His sacrifice and confession to Dean are among the most talked-about scenes of the season.
- Jack (Alexander Calvert) – Jack, the Nephilim son of Lucifer, evolves into an essential figure in the final battle, offering a satisfying resolution to his arc.
Notable Episodes
- Episode 4: “Atomic Monsters” – A dark and emotional episode that explores Dean’s fears about losing the battle.
- Episode 15: “Gimme Shelter” – A slower but meaningful episode focusing on faith and Jack’s growth.
- Episode 18: “Despair” – One of the most heartbreaking episodes of the season, featuring Castiel’s emotional goodbye.
- Episode 19: “Inherit the Earth” – The climax of the battle against God, with an unexpected yet fitting resolution.
- Episode 20: “Carry On” – The series finale, offering closure to the Winchester brothers’ journey. While controversial among fans, it delivers an emotional farewell.
The Finale – A Divisive Ending
The final two episodes received mixed reactions. Episode 19 (“Inherit the Earth”) wraps up the battle against God in a somewhat anti-climactic way, with Jack absorbing Chuck’s power and restoring balance instead of a grand battle.
Episode 20 (“Carry On”), the series finale, focuses solely on Dean and Sam’s fate. Dean dies in a seemingly random vampire hunt, which upset many fans who expected a more heroic send-off. The episode then follows Sam as he lives out his life, raising a son named after Dean, before reuniting with his brother in the afterlife. While emotional and heartfelt, some fans felt it was an underwhelming conclusion to a 15-year journey.
Final Verdict
Supernatural Season 15 had the difficult task of concluding a long-running and beloved series. While it delivered emotional moments, strong performances, and a satisfying resolution to the battle against God, its pacing issues and divisive finale left some fans disappointed. Regardless, the season stays true to the heart of Supernatural—a story about family, sacrifice, and never giving up.
⭐ 7.5/10 – A heartfelt but flawed farewell to the Winchester brothers.
