The CW's "The Winchesters" is a prequel to its hit series "Supernatural," but it's a very different show in a number of ways. Beyond the fact that "Supernatural" chronicles the lives of Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles) while "The Winchesters" tells the story of their parents, there are plenty of nuances that make each series distinct in its own right.
Fans can enjoy each series on its own or view them as an interconnected pair. Meg Donnelly and Drake Rodger lead "The Winchesters," but, unlike the original show, the series has plenty of other regulars. And, while "Supernatural" feeds into the doom and gloom aspects of the apocalypse, "The Winchesters" takes fans on a much more upbeat journey of self discovery. How else do they differ? From technical decisions to the overall vibe, here are the biggest differences between "Supernatural" and "The Winchesters.
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"Supernatural" made a name for itself by honing in on the somewhat dysfunctional and codependent relationship between the Winchester brothers.
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