Blogcritics Comments on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Comment by rainy on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 22:43:35 EDT

hi all, thanks you for a great article. I will try to convince people to watch Supernatural by letting them borrow my season 1 and 2 dvd but all the people that I know don't have that rating box thing. It suck that good show like supernatural and jensen ackles don't get the recognition they deserve

Comment by MCM on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 18:56:49 EDT

Ms. Jester, thank YOU in advance for your plans to write more articles on this amazing show, and i definitely look forward to reading them!

Comment by Alex on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:16:28 EDT

Thanks so much for promoting the show like this! I've loved this show since the beginning, and when it ends, I want to see it end because it's Kripke's choice, not because it gets canceled! I'm one of those people who doesn't really even like TV, and the only one in my house is a 20" with a pair of rabbit ears on top that you have to constantly manipulate for a good picture. Regardless, I always tune in for Supernatural, and I'm just happy that I don't need cable to watch my favorite show. Thanks again!

Comment by JEANA on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 05:35:04 EDT

Thanks so much for this article! You said what I have longed to put into words for quite some time! I hope the big dogs at CW are out there reading this and listening.

Comment by Jason on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:42:59 EDT

Thanks so much for the article. Well done! It's really nice to see new people finding this gem of a show. Admittedly, I had no desire to watch SN when I first heard the synopsis. I'd seen and loved Buffy and X-Files, but SN sounded like some kind of mixture of both. I'd also, most unfortunately, seen the season of Smallville in which Jensen guest-starred. It was painful to watch. My friend Kim kept telling me that it was great, but I'd been unimpressed by the little I'd heard of it. Finally, one day while flipping through channels I happened upon a scene with two guys I recognized having it out. I was glued to the screen. I then saw Jensen show up and knew what it was. I couldn't turn away from the screen. It was Nightmare during season 1, when Sam (Jared P) was trying to help Max (Brendan Fletcher) cope with the lot in life he'd been dealt, to help sooth the pain that consumed Max's life, and help him find a better outlet for his rage. SN is now my only appointment tv.

Comment by Alice Jester on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 21:33:12 EDT

I'm so late to the party here to send my complete gratitude for all the wonderful responses to this article, not only here, but on supernatural.tv, televisionwithoutpity, livejournal, and even the CW lounge (plus any others I missed). This fandom is truly incredible! What gets me the most is all the different countries represented through these comments. It more than supported my point that Supernatural is an International phenomenon, and I'm thrilled to see it. I'm not sure if anyone is reading these comments by now, but I'd like to write more articles about Supernatural in the future, especially when the show comes off hiatus. Hopefully this idea will be met with approval.

Comment by Sarah on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:40:20 EDT

Thank you so much for this brilliant review! I noticed a comment up there that said your article had been chosen for syndication -- congrats! It's well-deserved. I didn't know about Supernatural until the beginning of the second season, and have been hooked (read: obsessed) ever since. I can't even express how wonderful this show is. And coming from a girl that's not really a TV watcher? I think that's saying a lot. And to R.B., the Shakespeare expert? ENGLISH NERDS REPRESENT! When I'm spreading the Supernatural gospel, I tend to be preaching to fellow English students. I've found that the show appeals most to them -- go figure!

Comment by R.B. on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 19:12:46 EDT

Excellent article. It's gratifying to read a critic who gives "Supernatural" the respect it deserves. I'm a university professior and a Shakespeare specialist, so I tell myself I know great drama when I see it. And I see it in "Supernatural." Realistic, imaginative, complex, intelligent, simple, sophisticated, sexy, silly, sad, and endlessly fascinating, this is television's greatest secret treasure. (Shakespeare would have loved it!)

Comment by Angelica on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:49:36 EDT

That is a wonderful article. I didn't have any idea about Supernatural either until late in the first season. If it hadn't been for my mom insisting that I sit and watch the show, I would've never seen great television. Finally by season 2, I got how great it was. This year, I even bought both season 1 and season 2 and I watch them almost every day. This show is amazing and like you said, has some of the best writing that is on television. And sadly, it's the only show I watch on the CW. I used to watch Smallville but I haven't seen that show since season 3. Great article!!!!

Comment by natasha cook on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 10:29:17 EDT

hi i first encounterd superantural in the middle of the night bout 3 years ago id missed a few n started on epp 5 bloody mary i cudent sleep n tuned in 2 itv bout 11 n it was just starting n ill always give a show 3 mins 2 impress me if it looks bad then ill hunt 4 sumthin better but i watched the 1st 3 mins n thought it was origanaly a scery film i love scery films n then wen sam n dean arrived i was like wow sex gods av landed which instantly got me wantin 2 no more bout it so in the advert i crept downsters stole the tv mag fliked through n found it there was hardly any description to it at all but cos id seen enuff 2 no that this show ad everything i wanted i was instantly a fan i joined all the fan sites n get dailey emails tellin me wats goin on im thrilled were gettin a season 4 it made my day wen i recived that email i am a bit concerned as 2 wat will happen 2 dean iv bin doin sum reserch n carnt as of yet find a way of gettin him out of his demon deal i only hope that the writers have sumthing up there sleeve to save him n i also hope that they kill off ruby aswell cos shes dun nuthin but lie 2 sam all the way through season 3 n i dont like it im from england so am a bit behind u guys but im glad to see theres even more fans i didnt no bout cos i sighned everyday to the save supernatural campain n recruted over 500 new ppl to the show i cudent loose my fave show just cos of rateings iv also stpped ppl from watchin the new show reeper as iv hear its fightin for supernaturals timeslot in america nover hear both shows r on diferant channels so it doesnt realy matter but i dont want the producers thinkin we like it more than supernatural cos we dont it might b funny but its nuthin compared 2 the performance we get from sam n dean n lets not forget mr winchester he was great 2 even though hes dead now n ellen n bobby and yes the impala one sexy ass car so ppl great to recive ur letter it does supernatural proud so keep it up n i look forword to readin many more I LOVE SUPERNATURAL xXx

Comment by Aquilo on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 09:32:02 EDT

welcome to the supernatural community! It's a good thing what you did right here, it's true that the show is having a tough time but with loyalty and a little advertising, we can make it through!

Comment by louis on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Sun, 9 Mar 2008 09:48:01 EDT

Wow! Great article! I, too, am a big Supernatural buff---and I have to say, what really reeled me in is how good Jared and Jensen are in pulling off the Sam and Dean roles. I often think they are underrated. Go J2! Second, of course, would be the storylines. Supernatural's lucky to have such amazing writers who come up with something funny, sad, and exciting all at the same time! And the directors, of course...Everything about SN is 1st rate...

Comment by JDsgirlBev on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Sat, 8 Mar 2008 01:10:49 EST

Thank you so much!

Comment by Tammecka Hackett on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 20:17:02 EST

What an awesome and inspiring article! Glad you discovered Supernatural and decided to share it with the fans and others who have not heard of it... who hopefully by your well-put article alone should be encouraged to tune in to the show! Unfortunately, the show isn't well promoted and within a teen network so many people don't know about it. Thank you for becoming a fan of the show and joining the rest of us in spreading the word about the best show out there! =)

Comment by gg on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 18:10:41 EST

Thank you for the wonderful article, and I'm happy you're enjoying Supernatural! I've been watching since the Pilot episode and am continually impressed with the show's quality.

Comment by Lizzy on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 08:05:39 EST

I'm one of those who has been watching Supernatural from the beginning. Of course, my main reason for watching was Jensen Ackles - I've admired his acting (and, admittedly, his looks) for years now, ever since he was on Days of Our Lives. I didn't really expect Supernatural to be all that good - definitely not this absolutely awesome - but I figured I'd watch for the hot guys. In my opinion, the first half or even arguably the first two-thirds of the first season is a bit uneven. You have some really great episodes (Pilot, Skin, Faith) and some more mediocre episodes (Hook Man, Bugs). And then some that fall in-between. It was a good show - definitely better than I'd hoped/expected, but it wasn't *fabulous*. When my class schedule got crazy near the end of the first season, I taped the episodes with plans to watch later. When I finally pulled out my tapes in early August, I was amazed. The writers (and actors and directors, etc.) had all hit their stride and were producing fabulous episodes week after week. In some sense, I'm glad that I had delayed watching those episodes - less time to wait before the Season One cliffhanger was resolved. However, since then, I've never been able to wait more than a few hours to watch a new episode of Supernatural. Like it's been said a number of times before, welcome to the fandom. I always love it when new people join our ranks, and I love hearing their stories of how they got hooked on the show. It's a fabulous show, and like you said, the emotional drama sometimes outweighs the supernatural drama. With two (main) leads, it's a safe bet that Sam and Dean will eventually get out of whatever spot they've gotten themselves into. But what sort of shape will they be in emotionally, when all is said and done? That's what really drives the show, if you ask me. Thanks for a fabulous post!

Comment by Tiny on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 05:01:13 EST

Excellent piece!! It was actually my UNCLE (who was like 40 something), introduced me to Supernatural. He kept asking me if I watched Supernatural and I said NO!.. And then I finally gave it a go.. and I have been addicted to it ever since! Sure, the boys are hot, but the story just keeps getting better. You've got to admit, shows in the same genre like Lost and Heroes, they just got lost somehow, and you are still waiting for the ONE good and satisfying episode.. but for Supernatural, every episode is at least 8/10 - 10/10. There are no boring bits. Can't wait for the new episodes and Season 4.

Comment by Katie on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 00:03:23 EST

I had no idea this show even existed until half way through the first season. I have to, seriously, actually struggle to watch and promote this show because it plays so late here on Thursday. I have classes and work the next day but I still manage to toon in and do what I can to keep it going. This show has no advertisements and the network is really not doing anything to cut it any slack. However, I have come to the conclusion that even though this show has so little promotion and help from the networks, it is because of this that fans seek more on the net and in forums, fanfiction and such, to fufill themselves in what the network is incapable to accomplish. Cause to effect. Promote Supernatural! Promote Jensen and Jared! Promote Singer and Kripke! The whole crew and cast!

Comment by Adrian C on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 23:02:31 EST

Big fan of Supernatural from Asia, Singapore. Hate it that they put it at midnite. But I guess it's not really suitable for some yuonger audiences. Love J & J! They rock as the Winchester brothers. For me, the show has everything, drama, horror, tension, thrills, humour.. EVERYTHING!! And I can't thank my friend, Liz. enough for introducing me to the show. Yeah, she goes for the 2 eye-candy.. plus the nice stories and urban legends and all. For me, it's the actors on-screen chemistry that makes me follow. How can you not burst out laughing when they play practical jokes on each other, even when on the job!!! And to the writer: Ma'am, thank you so much for giving this show the recognition it truly deserves. To the people making this great show, "PLEASE CONTINUE!! I WANT MORE!!" To the fellow fans, "LET'S ALL HAVE A ROAD TRIP TOGETHER WITH SUPERNATURAL!!"

Comment by Rachel on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 19:43:28 EST

Wonderful article. And welcome to the madness. >;D

Comment by Josh Lasser on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 16:31:19 EST

Congratulations! This article has been selected for syndication to Advance.net, which is affiliated with newspapers around the United States.

Comment by LindsayW on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 15:27:06 EST

This is the most insightful article written to date on this wonderfully smart television program. Kudos to you!

Comment by Anna on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 15:07:25 EST

Finally an intelligent and encouraging article about Supernatural! Thank you, this really made me feel better. I live in Finland where Supernatural airs too, and I just hate the way my favorite show is treated both here and in the US. For example, here Supernatural had to air against Desperate Housewives and the weekly Monday film, both of which are pretty popular here. Luckily Supernatural found its viewers... SPN truly is a rare gem. It's the only horror show I watch, and I could never stop watching it. So, thank you for this article, Supernatural really needs all the support we can give to it! Greetings from Finland!

Comment by Sarah1983 on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 13:34:01 EST

Thank you for such a great article and welcome to the Supernatural fold. This show has been my favorite from the 1st episode! When the WB and UPN merged I was so afraid that we would not get another season. Thankfully, viewers/fans have remained loyal and continue to watch and support it. I try to do my part and make sure I am home to watch each episode live as much as possible. I've been trying to get others to watch and appreciate it too, and have succeeded in getting three new people thus far. For whatever reason, when you say CW people think the show will be like some of the other shows on the network that are less creative (IMO). I'm sure all can't wait for the new episodes in April! Great article!!!

Comment by Barrybgb on Supernatural: How A Show Manages To Succeed Despite Its Network

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 12:56:34 EST

This was such a wonderful and intelligent article. I was with SN from the first episode, and followed it over to the CW. SN is the CW's Buffy. It's the CW's X-Files. They have a signature series here, and it deserves more recognition and support, especially with another genre/cult show, Smallville, on it's last legs. This was a wonderful article that said so many things that us SN fans can agree with and stand up and cheer about. Great job!.