The cast of Supernatural has contributed to the show’s popularity over the years, as each episode introduces a bunch of new characters that Sam and Dean Winchester must investigate. With Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki, and Misha Collins becoming most known in their acting careers for forming the main part of Supernatural’s cast for over a decade, it is not surprising that other actors have risen to fame for simply appearing on the show. For example, Alden Ehrenreich’s first role was in Supernatural season 1, before he appeared in Solo: A Star Wars Story in 2018.
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Over the years, several members of the Supernatural cast have ventured into other films, TV shows, and even voice acting, showcasing their versatility and range. Additionally, there are plenty of instances where the fantasy show’s cast appear on-screen together outside the series, most notably in The Boys. While it may have highlighted certain actors and cemented their reputations, some of the Supernatural cast’s best roles lie outside the award-winning show, in other movies and TV shows released before, during, and after their Supernatural appearances.
10 Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023)
Starring: Kathryn Newton
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Following Kathryn Newton’s breakout role on Supernatural, the actor has since moved onto blockbuster movies like Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Kathryn Newton first appeared in Supernatural as a young Claire Novak, the daughter of Castiel’s vessel, Jimmy Novak. Claire proved herself to be a strong and capable hunter as she grew up, and her stubborn nature provided similarities with Dean Winchester.
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However, Newton has since starred in Marvel’s Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania as Cassie Lang, the daughter of Scott Lang (Paul Rudd). The Marvel Cinematic Universe movie followed Scott Lang, Hope Van Dyne, and their family as they are suddenly transported to the Quantum Realm. While trapped there, the group must face the prolific villain, Kang the Conqueror (played by Jonathan Majors). Kathryn Newton’s humor and emotional depth made Cassie Lang a standout character, demonstrating the Supernatural actor’s transition into blockbuster films.
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9 Watchmen (2009)
Starring: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Matt Frewer
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Based on the DC Comics limited series of the same name, Watchmen sees a group of retired superheroes investigating another superhero’s murder and uncovering a grand conspiracy which connects them all. Watchmen is reminiscent of The Boys due to its dystopian anti-superhero genre, and the movie had favorable reviews, with a 71% Popcornmeter on Rotten Tomatoes. The Zack Snyder movie stars Supernatural’s Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Matt Frewer in supporting roles.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan made his mark on
Supernatural
for his portrayal of the monster-obsessed head of the Winchester family, John Winchester
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Jeffrey Dean Morgan made his mark on Supernatural for his portrayal of the monster-obsessed head of the Winchester family, John Winchester, despite only appearing in 12 episodes of the monster hunting show. Matt Frewer had an even smaller role in Supernatural, only appearing in two episodes, but his role as Pestilence (one of the Four Horsemen) demanded a bigger presence. Watchmen offers both Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Matt Frewer interesting roles, which really reimburse the movie’s themes.
8 Ten Inch Hero (2007)
Starring: Jensen Ackles and Danneel Ackles
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As one of the main cast of Supernatural, it is somewhat surprising that Jensen Ackles found time to star as a main character in a dramedy movie alongside his recurring role as Dean Winchester. However, this is exactly what happened in 2007 when Jensen Ackles starred in Ten Inch Hero. The movie follows the lives of a group of people that work in a sandwich shop, who each have their own distinctive personalities, and Jensen Ackles plays a crazy-haired alternative guy called Priestly.
Danneel Ackles has appeared in five episodes of
Supernatural
since 2013
and also served as a producer for the spinoff series,
The Winchesters
.
The character really stands out in this movie as Jensen Ackles delivers his best performance in making his character extremely likable, despite his odd appearance. Priestly offers a completely different role to Dean Winchester, showcasing Jensen Ackles’ range. Furthermore, Ackles is joined by a later Supernatural co-star, Danneel Ackles, who he married in 2010 after meeting during Ten Inch Hero.
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7 Walker (2021-2024)
Starring: Jared Padalecki, Genevieve Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Colin Ford, Mitch Pileggi, and Jake Abel
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Jared Padalecki rose to fame due to his role as the milder-mannered Winchester brother, Sam Winchester, on Supernatural. However, in his first role since Supernatural’s season 15 ending in 2020, Jared Padalecki joined the CW reboot series Walker in 2021. Padalecki plays Cordell Walker, a character that must wrestle with family drama and reconnect with his children while he investigates the suspicious death of his wife, offering a more rugged role for the actor.
Colin Ford has played two younger versions of Jared Padalecki: Sam Winchester in
Supernatural
and Cordell Walker in
Walker
.
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Interestingly, Walker has had many Supernatural cast appear on the show, from Genevieve Padalecki (Ruby) to Colin Ford (Young Sam Winchester). Jared Padalecki’s Supernatural co-star Jensen Ackles has even directed and featured in one episode of Walker, showcasing the cast’s tight bond on and off-screen. With a 91% Popcornmeter, the show has been well-loved by fans, but its viewership dwindling led to Walker season 5’s cancelation in May 2024. Nevertheless, the show offers the perfect story for those who liked the family drama aspect of Supernatural.
6 The Walking Dead (2010-2022)
Starring: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lauren Cohan, and Aldis Hodge
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The Walking Dead spanned 11 seasons and has been praised for its take on the zombie genre, earning multiple awards throughout its run, including two Primetime Emmy Awards. The show has featured three actors from Supernatural’s cast: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lauren Cohan, and Aldis Hodge. While Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Lauren Cohan star in big roles on the hit zombie TV series, Aldis Hodge only appeared in one episode, similarly to his minor appearance in Supernatural as the Special Child, Jake.
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Lauren Cohan delivered a fantastic performance in The Walking Dead, however, it was Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s Negan that stole the show following his introduction in 2016. His charismatic personality and iconic barbed wire baseball bat made Negan a fan favorite on The Walking Dead, showcasing Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s skill in what is arguably his best TV role. Negan’s bat was so memorable for the show and in popular culture that Supernatural actually included a reference to it in season 12, episode 15, “Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell.”
5 Arrow (2012-2020)
Starring: Alexander Calvert, Katie Cassidy, Briana Buckmaster, Osric Chau, Ty Olsson, and Madison McLaughlin
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Arrow is another CW show which often features members of Supernatural’s cast, and there is a long list of actors that have appeared in both, making it a highly connected show. Supernatural stars such as Alexander Calvert and Madison McLaughlin both had story arcs on Arrow, featuring in a number of episodes as Lonnie Machin/Anarky and Evelyn Sharp/Artemis. Ruby actor Katie Cassidy had a much larger role on Arrow, however, appearing in 152 episodes as Laurel Lance (or Black Siren).
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Katie Cassidy was the first person to play the demon Ruby in
Supernatural
. The second was Genevieve Padalecki.
Despite only appearing in six episodes of the fantasy show, Katie Cassidy was the first iteration of the demon Ruby to appear on Supernatural, making her a memorable part of the cast. Yet, following her role on Supernatural, Katie Cassidy’s talents truly shone in Arrow as she utilized the physical skills learned from playing Ruby in her superhero character. Cassidy’s performance as Laurel grew better each season, and she ended up being one of the best characters in the Arrowverse by the show’s end.
4 The Boys (2019-Present)
Starring: Jensen Ackles, Jim Beaver, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Robert Benedict, and Gattlin Griffith
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As the original showrunner and creator of Supernatural, Eric Kripke made a name for himself through the hit fantasy series. After departing the show following season 5’s finale, Kripke moved onto other projects, including Amazon Prime’s The Boys. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that some of Supernatural’s cast have appeared in the showrunner’s new TV series, especially due to its impressive 93% Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes.
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There is a growing list of Supernatural actors that show up in The Boys, and each have their own defining roles which deliver something special to the show, often in complete contrast to their character in Kripke’s previous project. Jim Beaver plays a corporate role surprisingly well, considering his Supernatural character had a vendetta against billionaire businessman Dick Roman, and Jensen Ackles quickly became a fan favorite as the arrogant supe, Soldier Boy. Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Rob Benedict also joined the cast in The Boys season 4, with Benedict delivering a certainly unforgettable performance for Supernatural fans.
3 Doom Patrol (2019-2023)
Starring: Mark Sheppard, Curtis Armstrong, Julie McNiven, Julian Richings, and Ruth Connell
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From Supernatural’s Jeremy Carver, came the DC reimagined series Doom Patrol. Mark Sheppard, along with a few other members of the Supernatural cast, starred in the comic book series, and his character, Willoughby Kipling, was a great addition to the show. Throughout Doom Patrol, the magician Kipling helps the outcast superheroes in their adventures, and this, coupled with his blunt and carefree personality, made Mark Sheppard’s character likable in the show.
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Doom Patrol
is a unique show due to its weirdness, but its deep character development and subtle blend of dark comedy and offbeat superhero genre make it a brilliant watch
Mark Sheppard has a similar role in Supernatural, as Crowley, a crossroad demon who eventually becomes an ally for the Winchesters in later seasons. Crowley’s charming nature and schemes against Team Free Will made him a fan favorite on Supernatural, and this translates well into his Doom Patrol character. Doom Patrol is a unique show due to its weirdness, but its deep character development and subtle blend of dark comedy and offbeat superhero genre make it a brilliant watch, especially with the Supernatural cast’s appearances.
2 Deadwood (2004-2006)
Starring: Jim Beaver, Titus Welliver, and Timothy Omundson
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Deadwood is an American Western TV show set in the 1870s, following the growth of the town of Deadwood, South Dakota, during the Gold Rush. The series features historical figures like Wild Bill Hickok and Al Swearengen, but also features a few Supernatural actors. Jim Beaver plays the role of Ellsworth, a kind-hearted but tough miner who becomes entangled in the town’s struggles.
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Beaver’s portrayal stands out due to his ability to add depth to a moral character in a corrupt world. In Supernatural, Beaver played a similar role as Bobby Singer, a lonely man who acts as a father figure to Sam and Dean Winchester, while simultaneously upholding his reputation as one of the best and most knowledgeable hunters around, making his death one of the saddest character deaths in Supernatural. Jim Beaver’s role in Deadwood similarly makes Ellsworth a key emotional anchor in the series, and Titus Welliver (who played War) and Timothy Omundson (who played Cain) also feature in the show.
1 Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2013-2020)
Adrianne Palicki, Titus Welliver, and Chad Lindberg
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Following her short role on Supernatural, Adrianne Palicki joined the cast of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., a Marvel Cinematic Universe spinoff show set around Agent Phil Coulson and his team as they tackle various threats, conspiracies, and global dangers. Adrianne Palicki played Bobbi Morse (Mockingbird) in the series, a highly skilled field agent and expert fighter, a far cry from her rather underutilized character Jessica Moore in Supernatural.
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Palicki’s ability to go from a mild-mannered college student in
Supernatural,
to a fully-fledged leader of a government agency in
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
,
showcases her dynamic range as an actor
While Bobbi only had a small role on the show, 12 out of 136 total episodes, Palicki’s character’s presence was felt largely due to her competence as an agent. Palicki’s ability to go from a mild-mannered college student in Supernatural, to a fully-fledged leader of a government agency in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., showcases her dynamic range as an actor. Furthermore, considering the Marvel series has an overwhelmingly positive 95% Tomatometer and 91% Popcornmeter, there was no better series for the Supernatural actor to appear in.
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Created by Eric Kripke, Supernatural is a fantasy/drama series that premiered in 2005. The series follows the adventures of Dean and Sam Winchester – two men wronged by supernatural beings as children who now spend their days investigating and hunting demons, ghosts, and monsters across the United States.
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*Availability in US Cast Jensen Ackles , Misha Collins , Jim Beaver , Jared Padalecki , Katie Cassidy , Lauren Cohan , Mark A. Sheppard , Mark Pellegrino , Alexander Calvert Release Date September 13, 2005 Seasons 15 Showrunner Eric Kripke Writers Eric Kripke , Andrew Dabb , Robert Berens Directors Philip Sgriccia , John F. Showalter , Robert Singer Expand