Jared Padalecki has once again talked about the possible Supernatural revival, confirming that he’s still in discussions with his co-star Jensen Ackles.
Key Takeaways:
- Jared Padalecki provides a positive update on the show.
- This would be Supernatural season 16, or a Supernatural reboot.
Padalecki and Ackles, known for their roles as the monster-hunting brothers Sam and Dean Winchester, previously revealed their intentions to revive the beloved show, mentioning they already have “some ideas” in mind.
While nothing has been officially confirmed yet, Ackles mentioned last year that discussions regarding the revival were taking place.
Now, Padalecki seems even more optimistic about the possibility of the Winchester brothers returning to the world of hunting and saving.
During a panel at Albuquerque Comic Con in January, Padalecki teased the audience by stating, “Winchesters don’t die,” while expressing his hope for the show’s return.
When a fan asked if he was “alluding to something,” Padalecki replied with a simple “yeah.”
He continued, “I mean, there’s nothing in the works right now but [Jensen Ackles] and I have talked.”
Padalecki assured fans, “It’s not the last you’ve seen of Sam and Dean Winchester.” The crowd erupted into cheers in response.
Although nothing is officially confirmed yet, Padalecki and Ackles are eager to return as Sam and Dean Winchester, with discussions ongoing to finalize the details.
Fortunately for fans, several Supernatural stars, including Padalecki and Ackles, regularly attend conventions throughout the year to discuss the show. As a result, more updates are expected as the year progresses.
Would this be Supernatural season 16, or a Supernatural reboot?
No confirmation has been provided by the cast or creators on whether this would be an official ‘season 16’ or a fresh reboot. The decision likely hinges on whether the original actors return or if Warner Bros. opts for a different approach.
In a 2022 interview with TV Insider, Ackles expressed interest in a shorter final season: “I have this lofty dream where, after things have settled, we’ll tackle one more case as Sam and Dean… Maybe a nice 10-episode short series for HBO Max — just a thought. Picture True Detective meets Supernatural. It’s right there.”
A shorter season would deviate from Supernatural’s traditional 20-odd episode format but would allow for a focused and compelling storyline. In such a scenario, it could be considered a spin-off miniseries.
