Ep 2. Wendigo
- TV-14
- September 20, 2005
- 43 min
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7.8 (9,106)
Sam and Dean Winchester, two estranged brothers, reunite after their father goes missing while hunting supernatural creatures. In the second episode of the first season, entitled "Wendigo," the brothers investigate a series of disappearances in the Blackwater Ridge area of Colorado. Along the way, they enlist the help of a park ranger named Roy, who has also lost a loved one in the area.
As they delve deeper into the case, they learn that the culprit is a wendigo, a creature from Native American folklore that is said to be able to mimic human voices. The wendigo is particularly interested in consuming the flesh of humans who are lost or vulnerable in the wilderness, and it quickly becomes clear that the brothers and Roy are in grave danger.
As they attempt to track down the wendigo, the brothers must also contend with their own personal issues. Dean is skeptical of Sam's visions and abilities, which he believes are tied to their family's tragic past. Meanwhile, Sam is struggling with guilt over leaving his old life behind to join Dean on the road.
Ultimately, the trio must work together to defeat the wendigo and save themselves from becoming its next prey. As they do, they also begin to rebuild their fractured familial bond and contemplate the difficult road ahead.
Overall, "Wendigo" is a tense and exciting episode that showcases the series' unique blend of horror and family drama. With strong performances from the cast and a chilling monster of the week, it's a standout installment of the first season.