Supernatural 2x20 "What Is and What Should Never Be" Reaction

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[@Serenity113]

That monologue at John’s grave had grown men on the crew crying. That’s how good Jensen is.

[@strgazr04]

And he did it all in one long take. Kripke said he just set up two rolling cameras and let Jensen do the whole scene start to finish so not to break up the emotion. I still love that scene.

[@MikoAsia]

i really loved seeing Dean so happy to see Jess. he didnt even know her like that but he was so happy to see her because he knew how happy she made Sam

[@ryrolove1829]

“Since when do you call me Sammy?” This was the moment that ended me and I was like “nope Dean must go back to his old life right away. 😱

[@thewalkingcat5542]

For me it was when Sam backed up a bit right after that. 😭 Deans face at that moment is absolutely heartbreaking

[@andreygirl]

i was already emotional and teary-eyed but when he said that line, that's when i just started full-on crying. this episode was so rough

[@Pntngbrn]

There is always one thing that stayed with me from this episode. In Dean's subconscious Sam gets in the car to go with him, " because you're my brother" So deep inside he feels Sam is there for him, and with all they are going through in the real world, he feels he can count on that. He might not have his mom or dad anymore, but he still has his brother. He still has a family.

[@ryrolove1829]

“You suppose to say jerk.” “What?” “Nevermind... 😐” Favorite scene ever!!! 😂❤️

[@starvein8841]

Fun fact: Jensen got a big round of applause for that scene where he's at John Winchester's grave.

[@fandomcompilations9948]

I love how Dean started to question everything when he find out that him and Sam are not close in this world. He literally wanted to gave up the “perfect life” for Sam.. ❤️

[@bobthesheepwolf8297]

"I think Dean would make any kind of sacrifice for... particularly Sam"

[@amyeaton882]

It’s like watching a train wreck ready to happen... *biting my lip to keep quiet*

[@meredithcarroll6209]

The thing about this episode that breaks my heart the most is that in Dean's "dream world" the djinn still made him a borderline alcoholic who steals from his family, even though there is nothing about who he is as a person at his core that would indicate he would *ever* end up like that if he grew up in a stable home with both his parents. But in order for him to believe it was real even for a little while, he had to see himself as a "loser."

[@rockracingfan]

yeah it's very sad, he has very low self esteem and lots and lots of issues! It had to be a bit of a mess for it to be believable...

[@meredithcarroll6209]

@@rockracingfan exactly. If he wasn't still a "screw up," he'd have known something was wrong right off the bat. He couldn't just have a steady job and a successful girlfriend who loves him and believe it was real.

[@HasnaaAlaa]

The lesson we all wanna teach dean: " you're important too" 🥺, very sad episode for dean 😭, great reaction 👏.

[@romuloalmeida4801]

One of the best Supernatural episodes from early seasons for sure. That ending scene is heartbreaking, but actually shows how much Sam means to Dean, because he was willing to give up from that life just to have the relationship with his brother back.

[@rtozier2011]

'So if you wake up with the sunrise And all your dreams are still as new And happiness is what you need so bad The answer lies with you' - What is and What Should Never Be, Led Zeppelin

[@erigg785]

Dean broke my heart in this episode. This is one of my favourite episodes and the first (not the last) to make me full on ugly cry. I love the episodes when you see behind Dean's bravado and defences. As a character he feels deep even though he hates to show it. Acting in this one was A+.

[@egraham3000]

You: This was really sad... Me, knowing what's next: Oh no.... honey.... there's nothing that can prepare you for what's coming......

[@cleoderidder]

I was thinking the same thing.... I already feel bad for her and how she is gonna react to what’s to come

[@egraham3000]

I can't even imagine how she's gonna react next week to part 1 and then the part 2 doozy... I remember watching the final 2 episodes for the first time years ago and they just about gutted me. She loves the boys so much and knowing what's ahead... man, I think she's gonna need to keep some drinks nearby.

[@cleoderidder]

@@egraham3000 Agreed!

[@addiletsplay1996]

All I’m goin say is Sam and dean are GOING THROUGH A LOT IN THIS FINALE

[@gobluemaizeandblue157]

Omg I can't wait to see her reaction best finale still I will never forget my first time seeing it omg

[@robert_bbiii]

There is the saying "If not us then who? If not now then when?" It is why they do it. It isn't just Sammy, it is also all the people who would have died if not for them.

[@stephaniecasey9100]

Another great reaction. This is one of my favorite episodes of the entire series. It shows so clearly Dean's personality and the weight that his childhood and this life has had on him.

[@Jackknivesreviews]

Rewatching these episodes makes all the memories come back there is a reason this is my favorite show.

[@thedefinitive6296]

Definitely a highlight episode in a season full of highlightable episodes. One of my favorites from season 2 for sure

[@CoastDreamz]

This is one of my favorite episodes of season 2. Through this episode we can see how Dean thinks of himself, since it's his mind that is driving most of what happens in it, and the relationshios. It also seemed clear that it was Sam that really got Dean to leave the dream. That. And saving people.

[@ChampionAshley]

im going through the series for the first time alongside you, and I'm getting the feeling that whenever 1 funny/lighthearted episode happens, 5 more heartbreaking/devastating episodes have to happen afterward. it's like this show is allergic to happy things or something.

[@castiels_trenchcoat974]

The writers like to hurt us

[@Fazerella]

Jensen's single man tear is the star of this episode.

[@kannbrown65]

I think there is a LOT of Dean's psychology, at this point of the show, in this episode. Djinn (at least this type) want you happy, pacified. They dig deep and find a scenario that's supposed to make you contented. One that you'll accept because you WANT to accept it. And (my theory) it's also kinda like the Matrix, in that if it is too idyllic, you'll buck against it as being fake and it won't work. And since it is coming from the dreams, imagination and ideals of the person, there are limits of what it can portray. So, it becomes interesting not only in what it gives Dean, but what it DOESN'T. I don't think his dad isn't back because he's dead, after all, his mother is dead too. I think Dad is dead (though in a different way) because Dean lived WITH his real father, for decades, and a dad that doesn't act like the dad Dean knows would feel 'fake' and throw him out of the illusion. He can't even IMAGINE his father as the 'apple pie life' Dad. Maybe John could've been if things hadn't happened, but that's not the dad he actually knew. It's easier to have dad die, though in a way that explains why they aren't hunters. Why is mom alive? Because Dean's memories of his mom are a 4 year old's memories of mom. Soft, distant, somewhat idealized. Though still with enough edge to still feel somewhat 'real'. Sam had a real girlfriend, so Sam being with Jessica is Dean's ideal. His entire world up to this point is 'Keep Sam safe, keep Sam happy'. (Not a fair thing to put on a child, when they are 4 years old,). So, Dean's ideal is Sam who got to STAY in Law school, who got to keep his girlfriend. They are distant because I think it wouldn't feel real to Dean, given the conditions Sam left for law school under, for them to be close after years apart. Even if THIS Sam had no reason to leave that way. But the things that had to stay in to feel 'real' are also things that would eat at him, being the person he is. He isn't just Sam's caregiver, he's Sam's brother and he WANTS a real family relationship with Sam. He does feel satisfaction and fulfillment from his hunting, or at least the good it does, and too much of a sense of responsibility to just let that go. Even if it has taken so much from him. A stand-in girlfriend who just fits his ideal of both 'hot' and respectable, even an idealized, but NOT real relationship with his mother just isn't enough to keep him drawn in. The things that seem to make him happy, should make him happy, can't. And that's how he breaks free.

[@rockracingfan]

I love this episode. Dean's relationship with Sam is what makes him figure out it's not real. Dean's such a complex and loving character that it often gets disguised by his humour that he uses as a defense mechanism. This episode was an importat episode for Dean's character development - as you mentioned he even opened up to Sam at the end of the episode, which is a rare thing as you've seen. Speaking of writing papers on Supernatural, I did a Media and TV uni course and wrote my dissertation on representations of masculinity in Buffy and Supernatural. This episode got a lot of mentions in my dissertation!

[@voronstark]

With this show I figured pretty early on that when they give you a couple of those fun/filler episodes in a row they are either trying to give you a break after some heavy trauma/drama, or preparing you for what’s to come... most of the time it’s an emotional rollercoaster with having your heart ripped out by the end of it all... so yeah, you know, just a heads up :) they do that to you, for sure 🙈 Anyway, thank you very much for the work and respect that you put into these reactions, we appreciate it and love that you’re in this fandom, too 😻

[@castielwinchester6222]

I did drop everything to see your reaction ❤️ This eposide is so hard to watch 😭💔it gives such a perfect picture of dean's personality 😭be ready for the two part finale ❤️

[@thewalkingcat5542]

One of the best and most heartbreaking episodes 😭

[@tina.da.burrito]

Ah, yes. The episode before everything goes crazy.

[@gobluemaizeandblue157]

Can't wait for her reaction omg

[@rtozier2011]

Does Jess look at episode titles?

[@sxedit8369]

Yes but I want to say it was an amazing ride

[@Serenity113]

The last two are going to have her bawling her eyes out lol.

[@tina.da.burrito]

@@rtozier2011 I would hope so 😂😂😇

[@Swift96]

I've been waiting all season for Seska's reaction to a particular moment from episode 21, and now there's only 1 more episode until I can see it

[@rickylabouve2006]

This is without a doubt one of my favorite episodes of the entire series. Jensen knocked it out of the park from trying to feel happy with this new life and the weight of being a hero over his dads grave. And the best is yet to come.

[@sadfaery]

The woman who was being held captive by the Jinn alongside Dean is played by Melanie Scrofano, star of the Syfy channel series Wynonna Earp, which I like to describe as being like Supernatural if the brothers were sisters and the monsters came to them instead of them driving all over the country to hunt them. I highly recommend it

[@joeg6478]

good catch i didn't even recognize her at first! another interesting parallel with that show is they both feature mystical demon killing guns, the Colt and Peacemaker

[@addiletsplay1996]

Here’s the emotional wreck last episodes 😭

[@darthken815]

Thats what alcohol, aspirin, and tissues are for.

[@addiletsplay1996]

@@darthken815 mhm

[@gobluemaizeandblue157]

Hope she has enough tissues

[@gobluemaizeandblue157]

As a life long spn fan this is still my favorite finale I can't wait for her reaction

[@addiletsplay1996]

@@gobluemaizeandblue157 deffff

[@zomish13]

The further you get into the series, the more heartbreaking this episode, and ones like this, become. Dean is about family.

[@heathwitch]

What a great reaction and thoughts about the brothers. Both Sam and Dean would kill/die for each other, and it's a bond that only grows deeper. I particularly loved the scene at John's grave in this episode, and Jensen's acting was superb. I loved your reaction and thoughts about the brothers, their relationship, and how this episode offers up a glimpse of what could have been ... Your analysis of Dean's dreams for his family is so true, and I agree with your thoughts about character growth. Thank you for your big heart and character breakdowns; fantastic stuff!

[@ryrolove1829]

8:31 Aww 1x01 reference ❤️❤️

[@unicornkhan3792]

Jensen was amazing. It was q beautiful episode. I love how Dean came back for Sam and even in another AU Sam went with Dean.

[@nightwish9009]

i'd definitely recommend watching the next 2 together with it being a 2 parter.

[@treyokelly3520]

Didn’t realize it was Wednesday until I got the notification and got immediately so happy

[@ninafrancis4488]

Fun fact: the dying girl he keeps seeing is played by Melanie Scrofano who plays the titular in Wynonna Earp (a show very similar to Supernatural in theme)!

[@leighahamilton7848]

Another great episode. I would recommend watching the next two together. Looking forward to future reactions. There are definitely some episodes down the line that I can’t wait to see your reactions to.

[@piercemchugh4509]

what makes these reactions the best is how you empathize with the characters better than any other reactors. You are great at what you do.

[@angeljaceherondale]

I feel like people (me included) forget that their father was in the war, and therefore even if Mary lived, he would still have demons to fight, no matter how sweet he may have seemed in that past episode. The fact that Dean's wish still included his death, that Dean and Sam didn't talk, that everyone assumed Dean was drunk (implying he had a drinking problem) etc. I believe this still all points to Jon being an abusive father regardless. Imo. And that even with that, their life would not had just been perfect.

[@vincem2320]

One of my favorite episodes, there are actually better ones ahead, but this one hits different. Especially Deans expression at the end. It’s like an unexplainable painful feeling of unfairness. Facing reality, so others can live their dream 🥺

[@twelvehundredmiles5330]

I can't wait for your reactions to the next two!! :D

[@lollypop2414]

Still one of my favorite episodes of the entire series. Both Jensen and Jared are fantastic here.

[@fandomcompilations9948]

First time I watched this episode I was like “There is always something bad happens to one of them when they are separated. Dean should have picked up Sam and they should never be separated from each other in the first place!!” 🥺

[@joeg6478]

actually plenty of bad shit happens when they're together too, js

[@ithinkimadorable-dw4264]

Just blink away the tears ... That is how is works for me too🤧

[@flynntaylor5459]

That irony that that perfect life dean wished for had the most critical flaw, he and Sam's damaged relationship, and the twist was that reality so full of pain, loneliness and suffering that he chose to return too, had that one perfect moment, that Sam and Dean would die fir each other. Beautifully poetic ❤️ ✨️ 💔 By far my favorite episode to watch.

[@lucentaunisage]

This series has it all but that family bond, sticking together even through so much bad stuff is easily top marks! I get choked up watching it and double so when I see others get emotional.

[@luquitamazzei]

Still waiting for that Top 100 favourite shows you promised years ago.... By far the best reactor ever!! Love you Sesska!!

[@artverse188]

Please watch the last 2 together ❤!! It is necessary, and don't watch the road so far in the second part!!!

[@trxppyedits2155]

This episode is sooo good. The whole plot amd obvi the acting as always

[@fancypapercutz]

Currently in the hospital so I’m excited to be able to distract myself now and watch your lovely reaction!! 🥰

[@castielwinchester6222]

I hope you getting well soon 🌹

[@fancypapercutz]

@@castielwinchester6222 thank you! I am slowly! I’m very lucky it’s not COVID.

[@Anubis424242]

This was one of my favorites episodes from the whole show, and Season 2 as well. I think if a Djinn like the one in this episode crossed paths with me in real life, I'd have a much harder time busting out of the trance. Dean's strength to give it all up at the end was incredible, and it always amazes me how Jensen brings him to life. It's like he isn't even acting, he just becomes Dean Winchester for real.

[@nualaseamus]

This was just emotionally crushing. Sorry. So nice to see you again. One of the things I really like about your reviews is your character analysis. You've got Dean pegged - he carries the weight of the world. Ha, I'm an Aquarius too - my BDAY is tomorrow. As long as it isn't a choice between Sam and ... ____. Because he's so protective of Sam.

[@lollypop2414]

Happy Birthday!

[@deansamos7372]

Ohhh yeaaa!!! The best show ever and here we go. This next episode is where the turning point happened for me and im sure alot of big fans!!!! Cant wait for the next one. Love your reactions!!!

[@sarah4hp]

Wow, can't believe that the season 2 finale episodes are up next! So excited to see your reactions to them!

[@claraginevra6527]

So excited for you to finally be here on this episode

[@gobluemaizeandblue157]

Waiting for the finale

[@aleneb5712]

If you cried a lot this episode, can’t wait for the next two 😃 it’s a two parter finale

[@IAmAgentZ]

the reaction near the end can be summed up with: when you get so emotional, your makeup starts running.

[@elijah2658]

This show has the same friendly community as rdr2 lol and I love it.... ive watched supernatural 3 times now and purposely wait a couple months to forget the show a little. Ill never get tired of this show

[@inthannon169]

I am looking forward to next week's reaction so much..

[@gaynor1721]

This episode is like _"It's A Wonderful Life"_ except it isn't how life would have been if Dean didn't exist, but how he perhaps wanted it to be, even though his father, John, wasn't alive, he wasn't a hunter and he died of natural causes. As he said himself, it was better than the alternative and Dean had gotten to know his father in reality, but in this alternate reality, he was getting to know his mother. However, like _"It's A Wonderful Life"_ Dean got to see what a difference being a hunter made to other people's lives. The Winchesters are heroes who have saved lives, although their personal happiness was sacrificed to do so.

[@lauracahill7808]

Great reaction as always. The last two episodes....whew..., keep the tissues close

[@lpsivy]

I’d read that essay ngl. Also my birthday was the same as Dean’s! Both Aquarius’! 🥰

[@joeastbury8032]

I am much more of a Sam...boy, I guess? But I would be lying if I said I did not feel so much for Dean in this episode.

[@valent0000]

I love this episode so much

[@Wannabe_Baby]

I'm new to Supernatural and think this may be my favourite episode so far. :) Reminds me of "Turn Left" from Doctor Who, although this came first. There's one thing I don't get though; Dean makes a point of saying that it was just one wish that was granted, "what if mom hadn't died?" So how did he end up married to a nurse, who was a model for a beer advert in the real world? Did Sam and Dean's mom talk her into the medical profession?

[@katlynneb8759]

I think that was to show it wasn’t real. The jinn didn’t find an alternate dimension that is what would have truly happened but used Deans own memories and thoughts to build an ideal. Dean likes the idea that he could be with a respectable nurse and likely had recently seen the beer commercial and the two things were combined in the dream world.

[@stillinhere]

I love, love, love this episode. (How did I never notice there were 108 deaths in the plane crash, before? Gotta laugh at myself.)

[@Sissysuez]

Great reaction as always Sesska I'm actually a little nervous about seeing your reaction to the next two episodes they are big ones talk about sacrifice Idk if your ready!!

[@agirlnamedbrett.]

nothing hurts like a supernatural hurt!

[@Nathaliev30]

One of the best episode :)

[@Quixotic1018]

Oh the next two episodes.....

[@JohnWinchester3567]

1 John's quest was about protection not revenge. That's what Sam assumed not what was. John left everyone in their beds then gets woke by Mary's scream. Logic says if Mary wasn't where he left her in the main bedroom she was in the nursery because Dean was big enough to come to Mary. He'd naturally assumed Sam fussed and she went to check on him and found something that made her scream in terror. That's means whoever it was was after Sam and wasn't concerned that John knew there was a intruder they just didn't want Mary describing them and was willing to resort to murder to stop her. He was protecting his kids from that intruder. Was John perfect? No. But he was a loving father trying to find the truth to protect his kids and Dean's a lot like John. The very definition of a hero. Carrying the burden, defending innocents, putting others before themselves.

[@cara3566]

I can’t wait for the next episode

[@rosastasi2965]

I am so much anxious for her. The next episode is going to break her heart.❤😭

[@catmc8792]

🥰🥰 great reaction 🥰🥰

[@veloraloves]

Welp...time to join the patreon. It's getting real now.

[@rockracingfan]

I was thinking that too until I realised I have a lot of other patreons and if I'm not careful I'll make myself skint! It's been my lockdown entertainment haha. Maybe in a few months I'll swap out some of my existing patreons for a bit!

[@tiffanyphillips6086]

Yeah great episode!! Love dean character so much

[@MoneBoomx3]

I'm going to love this, I know it. Such a good episode! I've been waiting for this :D *goes and watches the reaction* Knew it! I loved your reaction :D

[@xxxjordandangerouslyxxx]

Dean would take a normal life just not choose or make it happen

[@marclewis5505]

BTW that woman is Wynonna Earp Jess.

[@MrKoolman199]

I think that you should watch the animated series before moving on to season 3. The animated series covers the events of seasons 1 and 2, and provides a spin on some episodes that we all know and love. 😁

[@rockracingfan]

I think watching Supernatural and wearing make up = bad idea haha. Are you going to watch the 2 part finale back to back? (even if it's not released at the same time)

[@Enzerpro]

If u havent watched them already the next 2 episodes are meant to be watched together. I mean do u, just a helpful tip

[@frankfreeman1553]

The next two episodes are going to know your socks off.

[@beyney4727]

Aside from this wonderful tear jerking reaction, may I just point out how on point your make up is?

[@xxxjordandangerouslyxxx]

People aren't born a hero they are made

[@butimscaredofthedark3895]

Oh god here we go.....

[@janicag]

Definitely not a last cry... 🙃

[@stormyows]

Im a fan of deans revelations, moments he finally says what he feels or wishes. His emotional scenes always connected with me. Sams moments always kinda irk me cause they're usually very im sorry i did this wrong blah blah. Trust me they stay the same while evolving in the best ways.

[@moniquenelson7567]

Coming up next.. Hold on to your hats, it's going to be a bump ride... also you may want to watch the next two right after each other.

[@bfnelson]

Powerful episode before the final 2 episodes of the season. Supernatural resides in Heartbreak hotel permanently. There's no way around the feelings it gives you. The non reality of them not being hunters was devastating to the world. All those lives they saved, Sam and Dean not getting along, Mary and Jessica still alive, etc. But John was still dead! Buckle up for the rest, it's gonna be beyond a bumpy ride!

[@LeticiaSantos-zi8rz]

Eu sou Brasileiro

[@wolight]

Suddenly Melanie Scrofano

[@joshuacampbell7493]

Can you reupload Walking Dead season 10 episodes 1-6? Please?

[@sarahzentexas]

The video is backwards. Makes this episode very, very strange. 😳

[@lollypop2414]

She flips it to avoid copyright claims.

[@marzin137]

In the show, Dean has only ever said "I love you" to one woman. And that's his mom. He loves his mom soo much. This would've been soo hard for him to do. Give up his mom. His monologue on the grave kills me!!! Everytime I watch it.

[@Soundtracks92]

It actually was real, cuz the Genie transported Dean to an alternate dimension. So he was basically in 2 universes at once.

[@glygriffe]

A part of me thought that, too. But if that is really the case, the 'confrontation' with all the characters in the warehouse before Dean's suicidal attempt makes no sense at all.

[@Stardweller1]

Ummmm.... yeah; if you think this one's emotional, you might wanna steel yourself for the next two episodes. Because they are doozies!