I am not even going to compare this to Supernatural which was a one of a kind series. The base story lines in this offering are cookie cutter content with more of a rom-com feel. There is a rehashing of plots that Supernatural once used so it also feels repetitive.
Then there are the actors. Having lived through the seventies, and the sixties, a flamboyant gay character who is ex military living openly in a small town is a bridge too far for that time period. Lakita is out of place as well having an unexplained background and a plethora of talents that often felt unconnected. Mary ... well ... 'What about Mary?' The worst actor of the bunch. Chemistry between characters was no where to be found. The whole thing felt like the 'Diversity' box had to get all the required ticks.
This would be a bad series regardless of the subject matter it aspired to. I suspect the only thing that gives it some higher marks is it's association with Supernatural. That is truly unfortunate because even though Supernatural was campy; the play off the relationship of the two brothers, it's signature comedic moments, musical references, interplay between all characters and timeless storytelling of good verses evil, it became relatable to a wide range of people.
Of course this was all during the hay day of the CW where other series such as Smallville and The Vampire Diaries became popular. Yes CW was aiming for the younger crowd but it also attracted adults who enjoyed Syfy/fantasy content that had a drama driven script. The Winchesters is a cheap attempt at that and will not amass enough of a following to go much farther.
Then there are the actors. Having lived through the seventies, and the sixties, a flamboyant gay character who is ex military living openly in a small town is a bridge too far for that time period. Lakita is out of place as well having an unexplained background and a plethora of talents that often felt unconnected. Mary ... well ... 'What about Mary?' The worst actor of the bunch. Chemistry between characters was no where to be found. The whole thing felt like the 'Diversity' box had to get all the required ticks.
This would be a bad series regardless of the subject matter it aspired to. I suspect the only thing that gives it some higher marks is it's association with Supernatural. That is truly unfortunate because even though Supernatural was campy; the play off the relationship of the two brothers, it's signature comedic moments, musical references, interplay between all characters and timeless storytelling of good verses evil, it became relatable to a wide range of people.
Of course this was all during the hay day of the CW where other series such as Smallville and The Vampire Diaries became popular. Yes CW was aiming for the younger crowd but it also attracted adults who enjoyed Syfy/fantasy content that had a drama driven script. The Winchesters is a cheap attempt at that and will not amass enough of a following to go much farther.