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Supernatural · Season 8

Supernatural season 8 episode 21: The Great Escapist

Aired 1 May 201343 minRated TV-14

8.2TMDB · 31 votesMark watched

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Supernatural season 8 is streaming in Australia on Prime Video (subscription), HBO Max (subscription) and Stan (subscription). You can also buy it on Apple TV from $29.99.

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Availability checked 16 November 2026.

What happens in “The Great Escapist”

When Sam and Dean receive a distressing video message from Kevin Tran, they set out trying to uncover the third trial. The boys make a discovery that sends them to a casino in Colorado where they find a mysterious recluse who may be able to fill in the holes in Kevin’s research. Meanwhile, Castiel tries to elude Naomi and the angels hunting him.

Episode summary: TMDB.

Before you watch

  • It is episode 21 of 23 of season 8, so watch episodes 1 to 20 first.
  • It runs about 43 minutes.
  • Directed by Robert Duncan McNeill, written by Ben Edlund.
  • TMDB users rate it 8.2 out of 10 (31 votes).

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Cast and crew of this episode

Director
Robert Duncan McNeill
Writer
Ben Edlund
Guest stars
Amanda Tapping as NaomiMisha Collins as CastielMark Sheppard as CrowleyJosh Kalender as IonNelson Leis as EsperArtin John as Demon TechnicianJenn MacLean-Angus as KaraAiden Longworth as Tyler

Credits: TMDB.

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