For starters, Welling has been known for leading the classic The WB/CW series Smallville, playing the role of Clark Kent from 2001 to 2011, and fans of the series knew Jensen Ackles guest starred in the show as Jason Teague for 22 episodes. Now, they’re about to reunite in The Winchesters.
Tom Welling’s Role in The Winchesters
Welling will play the Campbell patriarch, Samuel Campbell, originally played by Mitch Pileggi in Supernatural. Samuel is the father of Mary Campbell, making him Dean and Sam’s grandfather. “Samuel taught Mary everything he knows,” the series’ official description reads. “Gruff and pragmatic, he’s a veteran Hunter who prefers actions over words—and it’s always his way or the highway.” ALSO READ: Grey’s Anatomy Season 19: Here’s How Ellen Pompeo May Leave The Current Season; Will She Leave The Series In General? Though the father-and-child relationship is strained, everything will settle as they fight their enemies together. “But when Samuel teams up with Mary and her friends to save the world, he won’t only have to defeat the most dangerous monster he’s ever faced,” the description continues. “He’ll also have to mend his broken relationship with his daughter.”
Welling’s role will debut in The Winchesters Episode 7.
Dean and Sam’s Relationship with their Grandfather Sure, Samuel wants nothing but the best for his family. He’s a no-nonsense and anti-social hunter but has a surprisingly dark edge. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: The Blacklist Season 10 To Give Major Nod To Season 1’s Tragic Death With New Cast’s Arrival This results in a complicated relationship with his family, including his grandkids, Sam and Dean. He badly wants to protect his daughter and other innocent people, but the two Supernatural leads are not fond of his moves. That said, Welling is expected to play this role perfectly. After playing the role of Kent in Smallville, he may create a more sympathetic version of the character so that the audience can relate more. If not, he may follow Pileggi’s footsteps and give it a sterner approach, knowing Samuel is often suspicious of others. It’s also good to note that he’s against Mary and John’s relationship. READ MORE: The Big Bang Theory Could Have Featured This Award-Winning Star As Penny So, fans have to wait and see Welling’s take on his new character. The Winchesters will premiere on Tuesday, October 11, on The CW. For more The Winchesters news, stay tuned to EpicStream!
