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S5·E7 The Curious Case of Dean Winchester

Episode
Season 5, Episode 7
Air Date
October 29, 2009
Runtime
42 minutes
Director
Robert Singer
Writer
Sera Gamble
Score
7.8/10 (37 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired October 29, 2009 42 min ★ 7.8/10 · 37 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

Sam and Dean discover a witch is running a high-stakes poker game where the currency is life years vs. money. Bobby sees the game as a chance to get out of the wheelchair and bets 25 years, but loses. As Bobby begins to age rapidly, Dean steps in to save him but also ends up turning into an old man, leaving Sam holding the bag for their survival.

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Episode recap

In this episode of Supernatural, Sam and Dean discover a high-stakes poker game where the currency is life years versus money. A witch is running the game, and participants are betting years of their lives in exchange for money. Bobby sees the game as an opportunity to regain his mobility and bets 25 years, but ultimately loses.

As a result of the bet, Bobby begins to age rapidly. Dean steps in to try and save his friend, but in the process, he also ends up turning into an old man. This leaves Sam with the responsibility of finding a way to reverse the effects and save both himself and Dean.

The situation becomes increasingly dire as Sam struggles to find a solution to their predicament. With time running out, Sam must find a way to restore their youth and prevent their own mortality. The episode focuses on the brothers' desperate attempts to survive and the consequences of their actions.

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Director & writers

Robert SingerDirectorSera GambleTeleplay

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 7 of Supernatural air?

Season 5, Episode 7 ('The Curious Case of Dean Winchester') originally aired on October 29, 2009.

How long is Season 5 Episode 7 ('The Curious Case of Dean Winchester')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 42 minutes.

What happens in Supernatural Season 5 Episode 7?

Sam and Dean discover a witch is running a high-stakes poker game where the currency is life years vs. money. Bobby sees the game as a chance to get out of the wheelchair and bets 25 years, but loses. As Bobby begins to age rapidly, Dean steps in to save him but also ends up turning into an old man,...

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