Ep 17. Hell House
- TV-14
- March 30, 2006
- 40 min
-
8.2 (7,007)
After dealing with a few weeks of seemingly supernatural happenings in a college town in Texas, brothers Sam and Dean Winchester decide to investigate and put an end to the source of it all. Upon arrival at the town, they find out that a group of amateur ghost hunters have been stirring up spirits by attempting to advertise their findings through blogs.
The two brothers are skeptical of the group’s findings until they come across an apparition themselves. They then discover that the ghost hunters had broken a seal within the abandoned house they’ve been investigating, and they have unleashed an angry ghost who is more than a little bit vengeful.
Sam and Dean decide to work with the ghost hunting group to contain the ghost. The story is told from the perspective of the ghost hunters, who see Sam and Dean as posing as ghost hunters themselves. As they work together to find a way to stop the ghost, the group starts to fall apart as they begin to argue and start losing composure under the intense pressure of the situation.
In this episode, viewers get to see a different perspective of the supernatural hunting lifestyle. Sam and Dean have to deal with the egos of the ghost hunting group, who are more interested in building popularity and validating their beliefs than solving the problem at hand. Meanwhile, they have to juggle these personalities while also trying to stay focused and fix the problem.
The episode is more light-hearted compared to other episodes, which is a refreshing break for viewers. The dialogue is witty and quick, and the suspenseful moments are nicely balanced by humorous moments. One of the highlights of this episode is the portrayal of Sam and Dean’s relationship. They bicker and tease each other but ultimately have each other’s backs.
Overall, Supernatural season 1 episode 17 is a fun, self-contained story that is a great watch for fans looking for a break from the show's usual themes. Viewers are sure to enjoy the ghost hunting group’s absurdity while still being drawn in by the ghostly tension.
