Supernaturalhas starred many unexpected actors over the years, but I can’t believe I forgot thisStar Warsactor got his big break in season 1. As one of the longest-running sci-fi/fantasy TV shows, there have beenmultiple cameos inSupernatural, such as Paris Hilton and Snooki, which have made for hilarious moments in the series. The show’s influences are also referenced inhorror actor cameos inSupernatural, with the most notable being Freddy Krueger actor Robert Englund in season 6. These cameos added toSupernatural’smeta elements, and they felt justified due to the show’s self-awareness.
I remember the majority ofSupernatural’sguest stars because I’m reminded of their roles in other big productions. Likewise,Supernaturalhas prominent connections with other big productionslikeThe Walking DeadandThe Boysbecause many actors have appeared in both, causing a crossover among fans.However, with 15 seasons of content, it is no surprise thatSupernaturalhas some forgotten guest stars, such as Dylan Minette and Finn Wolfhard, who starred inSupernaturalwhen they were quite young. Nevertheless, as aStar Warsfan, I can’t believe that I forgot thatSupernaturalwas the breakout role for Han Solo.
Solo’s Alden Ehrenreich Was In Supernatural Season 1
Ehrenreich’s First Role Was In Supernatural
Alden Ehrenreich appeared inSupernaturalseason 1, episode 2, “Wendigo”, as Ben Collins, the younger brother of the missing person that Sam and Dean are investigating in the episode. The Winchester brothers are sent to Blackwater Ridge via coordinates left by their father, where they discover that a young man called Tommy Collins has gone missing on a camping trip. Sam and Dean investigate along with Tommy’s brother and sister, Ben and Haley, who are determined to find him. Theterrifying monster in thisSupernaturalepisode turns out to be a wendigo, a cannibalistic creature described as “a damn-near-perfect hunter.”
Sologrossed $393 million at the worldwide box office on a reported budget of $275 million.
Ehrenreich credits Steven Spielberg for his acting career, due to their chance meeting at a bat mitzvah, andSupernaturalwas his first role. In 2018,Alden Ehrenreich made hisStar Warsdebut as Han Solo inSolo: A Star Wars Story, in one of his biggest and most daunting roles, due to Harrison Ford’s legacy. AlthoughEhrenreich’sSolobombed at the box office, critics praised his acting, and I was shocked when I realized that he was in season 1 ofSupernatural13 years beforehand. However, he is not the onlyStar Warsactor who originally appeared inSupernatural.
The Mandalorian’s Emily Swallow Has Also Been In Supernatural
Emily Swallow Played A Big Role In Supernatural
Best known in recent years for her role in theStar Warsseries,The Mandalorian, Emily Swallow is anotherStar Warsactor who previously appeared inSupernatural.Emily Swallows plays Amara (The Darkness) inSupernatural, a primordial entity and God’s sister, released into the world following Death’s demise in season 10. She was the main antagonist in season 11, showing her to be one ofSupernatural’smost powerful characters. However, she later disappears after reconciling with Chuck in season 11’s finale, making her one of the most underutilized characters for me, especially as she doesn’t return untilSupernatural’sseason 15.
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In 2019,Emily Swallow appeared inThe Mandalorianas the Armorer, whose face is always obscured by a gold helmet, and, like Alden Ehrenreich, thisStar Warsrole marks one of Swallow’s biggest. The Armorer appeared in 9 episodes ofThe Mandalorian,though this may change withSwallow’s rumored futureStar Warsprojects,compared to 12 episodes ofSupernatural. On the other hand, Ehrenreich only appeared in oneSupernaturalepisode as a minor character, not a regular like Swallow. Therefore, I can understand why I completely forgot that he got his break inSupernaturalas he played such a minor role.
