The Divine Connection Unveiled: Neil Gaiman Explores Good Omens & Supernatural Bond

Summary

Supernatural creator Eric Kripke used the original Good Omens book as inspiration for his show's demon, Crowley, and included nods to the book and other work.

Both shows share a significant link as they both feature an Antichrist character. Supernatural's portrayal takes inspiration from Adam in the Good Omens book. As Gaiman is familiar with Kripke's admiration for his work, there is potential for reciprocal acknowledgments between Good Omens and Supernatural. This could involve the introduction of a variation of Castiel or the possibility of characters from both shows interacting with Sam and Dean.

Good Omens showrunner and original co-author Neil Gaiman has addressed the shared connection between his show and The CW's Supernatural. Both shows heavily draw on Christian mythology and feature familiar names such as the archangels Michael and Gabriel, as well as the Voice of God, Metatron. Additionally, both shows include a significant demonic character named Crowley, portrayed by David Tennant in Good Omens and Mark Sheppard in Supernatural.

When recently asked on Tumblr about a potential connection between the two shows, Gaiman confirmed that Supernatural creator Eric Kripke took inspiration from the original Good Omens book for his own show's demon.

While the name Crowley had already acquired demonic connotations thanks to the renowned British occultist Aleister Crowley, Kripke had acknowledged being a devoted fan of "Good Omens" and had discreetly included various subtle references to both the book and his other works. It is worth noting that the original question also alludes to the angel Metatron, who is already a significant biblical figure, making it impossible for Kripke or Gaiman to claim exclusive credit for this shared reference.

Supernatural’s Best Good Omens Reference

Supernatural season 5's connection to Good Omens goes beyond just their shared demonic character. In the episode "I Believe the Children Are Our Future," Sam and Dean Winchester find themselves investigating rumors that fairy tales and urban legends are coming to life. Surprisingly, they discover that a boy named Jesse possesses the ability to manipulate reality, making him an Antichrist.

Although Jesse is not Lucifer's literal son, he is half-human and born from a mother who was possessed by a demon. Supernatural creator Eric Kripke openly admits to drawing inspiration from Adam, a character from the original Good Omens book, to create Jesse. This connection becomes even more apparent when comparing the abilities and choices of both characters.

Both Jesse and Adam have the power to shape their own destinies and avoid triggering a potential apocalypse. This parallel showcases the influence of Good Omens on Supernatural, allowing viewers of both shows to identify the similarities between these intriguing characters.

Gaiman is aware of Kripke's admiration for his work as an author. In Good Omens season 3, there may be a chance for Gaiman to reciprocate this appreciation. Considering the introduction of numerous angels, Gaiman might consider including his own interpretation of Castiel as a clever nod to Supernatural. Alternatively, there is the exciting possibility of Crowley and Aziraphale encountering two brothers named Sam and Dean.