‘Supernatural’ Prequel Series Gets The Green Light

The “Supernatural” prequel series has officially been picked up by The CW.

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The series is called “The Winchesters” and will be narrated by Jensen Ackles.

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Ackles played the eldest Winchester sibling, Dean, in the fledgling series.

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It is currently unclear at this time if Jared Padalecki (Sam) will make an appearance.

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Ackles will be executive producing the series as well as narrating it.

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The series is said to tell the love story of his parents, John and Mary Winchester.

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Two new actors will be playing the roles of John and Mary’s younger selves.

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John will be played by Drake Rodger and Mary will be played by Meg Connelly.

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The series teases that they will “put everything on the line to save their love and the world.”

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