7 Funniest Supernatural Episodes That Mixed Horror and Comedy Perfectly
Supernatural originally began with a darker and brooding atmosphere.
Yet, to the delight of fans, the series began incorporating a more humorous tone. Over its remarkable 15-season run, the show developed a knack for delivering laughs along with its weekly horrors.
From meta-humor to unexpected twists, here are the top seven episodes that expertly blended horror and comedy, leaving audiences in stitches.
7. Fan Fiction (S10, EP 5)
In this meta-filled 200th episode, the Winchester brothers stumble upon a high school's production of a play called 'Supernatural: The Musical.' As they find themselves immersed in the theatrical world of their own lives, the episode pokes fun at the show itself and its extensive fanbase. With its catchy songs and hilarious references, the episode pays tribute to its fandom while delivering a lighthearted yet heartfelt story.
6. Mystery Spot (S3, EP 11)
Sam Winchester finds himself trapped in a Groundhog-style time loop, reliving the same day repeatedly. Making it all the funnier, each repetition is filled with increasingly bizarre and hilarious deaths by Dean. As Sam desperately tries to break the cycle, the episode offers a perfect blend of slapstick humor and emotional depth.
5. Ghostfacers (S3, E13)
Filmed in an unusual camera-held style instead of the show's usual format, the episode introduces a reality TV show called Ghostfacers that documents a group of bumbling ghost hunters. Sam and Dean reluctantly team up with these wannabe paranormal investigators, leading to numerous gags. The mockumentary style and quirky characters provide one of the series' most refreshing and comedic episodes.
4. ScoobyNatural (S13, EP 16)
Chaos ensues when the Winchester brothers find themselves magically transported into a Scooby-Doo cartoon. The seamless integration of the Supernatural characters into the classic animated world created this delightful crossover episode. With Scooby and the gang in tow, Sam and Dean navigate a haunted mansion while playfully interacting with the iconic cartoon characters. The episode's self-aware humor and nostalgic charm make it an instant classic.
3. Yellow Fever (S4, EP 6)
In 'Yellow Fever' Dean is infected with an illness that induces extreme fear, causing him to exaggerate reactions to everyday objects and situations, providing lots of laughs throughout. From his irrational fear of cats to his terrified response to a small Terrier, Ackles' physical comedy and timing shine in this episode, providing some of the character's most memorable scenes.
2. Changing Channels (S5, EP 8)
Sam and Dean find themselves trapped in various television shows by the Trickster, forced to play out different genres. From a cheesy medical drama to a quirky Japanese game show, the episode satirizes popular TV programs while maintaining Supernatural's unique style. The clever writing and Ackles and Padalecki's ability to adapt to different roles make 'Changing Channels' a standout episode.
1. The French Mistake (S6, EP 15)
'The French Mistake' takes meta-humor to a new level as Sam and Dean are transported to an alternate reality where they discover themselves as actors named Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles. The episode hilariously parodies the show itself, the entertainment industry, and the actors' real-life personas. With an abundance of self-referential jokes, the episode is undoubtedly one of the series' most hilarious and absurd episodes, proving the show never had to take itself too seriously.