What is Jensen Ackles’ investment in Supernatural’s Winchester prequel? Star Meg Donnelly shared her vision

Fans of the CW’s longest-running show Supernatural are gearing up for another series that will explore the mythology and origins of not only otherworldly creatures but also beloved parents John and Mary Winchester. Of SPN formerly Jensen Ackles, the Winchesters The spinoff appears to offer viewers a surprise, with Meg Donnelly (who will play Sam and Dean’s mother) shedding heavenly light on Ackles’ involvement with the Winchesters.

The zombies the star spoke television line about working on the upcoming prequel series and how Jensen Ackles was on set, at least initially. Meg Donnelly noted that she maintained a daily presence when the pilot was shot down and was instrumental in giving him and his co-star Drake Rodgers a lot of information. Supernaturalbasic knowledge to reach them. In his words:

It is really comforting to know that Jensen Ackles has been with this new prequel series. Having played Dean Winchester for 15 years, it’s hard to give up on something like this, then the Winchesters is the perfect project to allow you to maintain a foothold in this universe without being 100% involved throughout the season. Although the show doesn’t strictly follow the same stories that have already been established Supernaturalfans shouldn’t worry about introducing new details, as Ackles is very concerned about how they go from point A to point B.

the Winchesters it was first announced that it would be in development during the summer of 2021, but without Ackles Supernatural co-star and screen brother Jared Padalecki in The Loop. While Padalecki expressed his disappointment on social media at not being informed of the show in advance, he and Ackles quickly reconciled and became incredibly fraternal again. Earlier this year, the Winchesters was ordered to the series by The CW, which means fans will once again have more Supernatural-It’s fun to look forward to the first night after a two-year hiatus.

It will be interesting to see how the prequel series develops and how it combines canon and mythology with new elements. While it’s not out of the question to expect guest appearances of fan-favorite characters Rob Benedict and Richard Speight, Jr., who played Dio and Gabriel, respectively, have already been open to the desire to reprise their roles: the prequel to the story The Wild. it can make it a little difficult to do, from a timeline point of view.

Meanwhile, Ackles will also play a major role on screen, more or less. Even though Dean is dead in the present, he will tell the story of his parents’ love and lightning hunting adventure. As it happens, fans will just have to watch and see. Anyway, at least we finally have one Supernatural spin-off after the third attempt, however different.

the Winchesters It doesn’t have an official date for the fall premiere yet, but with fall schedules currently consolidating on streaming networks, it shouldn’t be long before The CW announces its lineup. While you wait, check out Gossipify’s 2022 TV schedule to see what else to watch in the coming months!