Misha Collins Celebrates Castiel’s 16th Anniversary on Supernatural
Misha Collins recently shared a heartfelt tribute on the 16th anniversary of his character, Castiel’s, introduction to the beloved series, Supernatural. Castiel made his first appearance in the premiere of the show’s fourth season, which aired on September 18, 2008, on The CW. Throughout the series, Castiel played a crucial role in assisting the Winchester brothers, Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles), in their quest to vanquish monsters, demons, and ghosts.
On Instagram, Collins posted an image of himself in character as Castiel, donning the iconic suit and trench coat ensemble that became synonymous with the character. The photo features Castiel against a blue backdrop, holding an array of dark blue, light blue, and silver balloons. In his post, Collins reflected on Castiel’s debut 16 years ago and expressed his nostalgia for the character. Supernatural concluded its journey with the fifteenth season in 2020. You can view the post below:
The Impact of Castiel’s Introduction to Supernatural
A New Ally for the Winchester Brothers
The arrival of Castiel in Supernatural marked a pivotal moment for the series. While Sam and Dean Winchester had other allies, such as the seasoned hunter Bobby Singer (Jim Beaver), Castiel became a constant companion on their escapades. Given that much of the series centered around battling demons, Castiel provided invaluable insight into the realms of demons and angels, offering knowledge that was previously inaccessible. Prior to Castiel’s entry, the brothers often relied on Bobby’s expertise or their late father’s hunting journal for guidance.
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Moreover, Castiel’s presence allowed the show’s writers to explore narratives that were previously untapped with just Sam and Dean. The character frequently experienced human life through the lens of an angel, even enduring periods when he lost his powers and became human himself.
Reflection on Castiel’s Role in Supernatural
A Beloved Addition to the Series
Though Castiel’s introduction signified a significant shift for Supernatural, he quickly became an indispensable part of the series. For the remainder of the show’s tenure, Castiel emerged as one of its most significant characters. His bewilderment with human customs often provided comic relief and injected variety into the series, particularly when Sam and Dean were compelled to separate and collaborate with Castiel individually.
Despite the central theme of brotherly love between Sam and Dean, Castiel’s deep affection for the Winchesters was evident. His concern mirrored that of the brothers whenever they faced danger. Additionally, Castiel wasn’t afraid to challenge Sam and Dean’s impulsive decisions, especially when they posed potential risks to others. While the first three seasons unfolded without him, it is now unimaginable to consider Supernatural without Castiel alongside Sam and Dean.
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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.