Sam, Interrupted

Gank That Drank: A Supernatural Drinking Game Podcast

Prepare for a trip to the psychiatric ward as Krissy Lenz and Nate McWhortor dissect the eerie and thrilling events of Supernatural season 5, episode 11, titled "Sam, Interrupted." In this gripping episode, Sam and Dean Winchester go undercover in a mental hospital to probe a series of mysterious suicides suspected to be the work of a monstrous entity.

The episode kicks off with a dose of humor as the Winchester brothers commit themselves to the institution by professing to be troubled supernatural hunters. The horror quickly intensifies when they discover that the victims' brains have been liquefied and extracted. The culprit behind these gruesome acts is revealed to be a sinister, ancient wraith that preys on the mentally distressed patients.

Key points of the episode that Krissy and Nate explore include a poignant memorial to fallen heroes Ellen and Jo Harvelle, Sam's unsettling autopsy and examination of a brain, Dean's intense hallucinations including encounters with a non-existent hot therapist, and the method by which the wraith feeds—slurping brain matter like "pudding" through a skewer. Additionally, they delve into Sam's internal battle with his repressed rage over his role in triggering the Apocalypse, and discuss whether the episode stands well on its own.

The duo also covers other entertaining elements such as the drinking game rules that involve "ganking" and acting "crazy," the humorous use of "Eddie Van Halen" as aliases, the breakdown of Martin, a former hunter, in the asylum, the portrayal of the over-the-top wraith nurse villain, and Dean's quirky "Tom Cruise was right" jab at psychiatry. They also express appreciation for the performance of guest star John Grease.

Tune into this episode of the podcast for an in-depth and wildly entertaining recap of this twisted psychological horror installment of Supernatural. With their usual blend of hilarious banter and insightful commentary, Krissy and Nate make this episode a compelling and humorous exploration of one of the show’s darker themes.