Supernatural Review: Unity (Season 15 Episode 17)
We all knew this was happening, but now it’s clearer than ever. Supernatural is in the endgame now.
On Supernatural Season 15 Episode 17, “Unity,” the boys’ plan begins when Chuck returns to Earth. Although it turns out, perhaps it isn’t the boys’ plan after all.
Knowing that there are 3 episodes after “Unity” makes the beginning of the end seem too soon. When Jack powers up in preparation to end Amara and Chuck – that seems like something final, and that it might be difficult to continue for three more episodes from where they get.
But as is often the case with Supernatural, there’s a twist! And really — if you’re a Supernatural fan you had to be expecting that, right?
“Unity” is a strong episode which is built on incredible writing and performances — but it also hinges on a couple of BIG twists. Both of which will make Supernatural a compelling watch down the final stretch of episodes.
God/Chuck’s return in conjunction with Amara’s makes for some powerful television (literally and figuratively). Emily Swallow and Rob Benedict have always been good — but this may yet be the best performance they’ve given on Supernatural thus far. Amara’s pleas for the world and humanity, and Chuck’s reveal that he planned everything to that point are just two of the well-acted and powerful moments on “Unity.”
Rob Benedict really brings his A-game. He’s always been good, but “Unity” is a Chuck episode if there ever was one. He plays the villain, he plays insecure, he plays for laughs (you gotta love a good raspberry) and his incredulous reaction to Sam, Dean, Castiel, and Jack defying his plans (AGAIN) is one of the best scenes he’s ever done on this show.
Chuck: Are you KIDDING ME?
Really, everyone brings their best work to “Unity.” Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki, Misha Collins, and Alex Calvert give some of their best performances of the season.
But most of all, finding out that Jack blowing himself up isn’t the only way to go is a compelling twist. Billie AKA Death has a plan to become the new God, taking advantage of being the only one to be able to read Chuck’s death book. It wouldn’t be a fun final run without a few twists, and this is a doozy!
Above all, strong performances from the entire main and guest cast elevates “Unity” to being one of the better episodes of Supernatural‘s final season, and perhaps in the pantheon of iconic episodes.
A few stray thoughts:
- It’s been really great seeing Rachel Miner return, even as “The Empty” instead of Meg. It works well and it’s a huge treat for a long-time fan.
- Also – Alessandro Juliani is a FANTASTIC choice for Adam. Incredible scene. “I dig.”
- “…their perfect angelic devotion.” *blows raspberry*
- Jack’s going to live now, right? That’s why the cut the episode before anything happened. Right?! RIGHT!!?
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Supernatural airs Thursdays at 8/7c on The CW.
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Nick Hogan
Nick Hogan is an experienced podcaster and writer (particularly on media topics), who loves discussion and analysis of TV and is always looking for new shows to watch. He is also a parent who loves buffalo wings, blowing raspberries, and his beloved Cincinnati Reds.