How Supernatural’s Season 9, Episode 4 highlighted Charlie Bradbury’s heroism

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In Supernatural, Season 9 Episode 4 “Slumber Party”, Charlie Bradbury becomes the unexpected hero in a wild, magical adventure. She’s called in to help with an ancient Men of Letters computer; but what starts as a tech assignment quickly turns into a thrilling quest when she releases Dorothy from Oz and a dangerous Wicked Witch along with her.

Charlie doesn’t just sit back. She jumps headlong into the chaos with smart thinking, acid wit, and real courage. When the witch attacks Dean, Charlie boldly steps in to shield him, showing she’s not only clever but also brave.

Even when she’s knocked out, the bond she shares with the Winchesters proves strong: Dean uses angel power to bring her back. At the end of this episode, Charlie outsmarts the witch with a ruby slipper and opens a door to a magical dream world, one she’s always secretly wanted to visit.


How do Charlie’s tech skills open the adventure?

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Supernatural (Image via Prime Video)

Sam and Dean find a vintage Men of Letters computer that doesn’t make sense. They call Charlie, their tech-savvy friend, who uses her skills and excitement about fantasy to get it working. Suddenly, Dorothy from Oz appears, and Charlie’s love for the lore brings her to life. Her enthusiasm mixes with her technical abilities, setting the tone for what’s about to become a wild, magical hunt.


How does the wicked witch cause chaos in the bunker?

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A jar containing Dorothy and the Wicked Witch is knocked over by accident. Releasing the witch sparks instant danger in the bunker. Dorothy explains she trapped the witch long ago, but now, with her freedom; the witch can summon an army into our world. The tension rises fast as the threat grows closer and the stakes grow higher.


How does Charlie show real courage when Dean is attacked?

During the chaos, the Wicked Witch targets Dean with a magical blast. Charlie instinctively steps in to protect him; taking the blow herself. It’s a powerful moment that proves she’s not just nerdy and clever but also fearless when it matters most.


How does an angel intervene to bring Charlie back?

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Supernatural (Image via Prime Video)

Dean calls on Ezekiel, the angel inside Sam, to revive Charlie. Ezekiel warns that healing someone exacts a heavy cost, but Dean insists.

The angel agrees and brings her back to life. That moment not only shows supernatural aid but also highlights how deeply the Supernatural characters care for each other.


How does Charlie and Dorothy team up to stop the witch?

Once revived, Charlie and Dorothy join forces. With Charlie’s knowledge of Oz books, she realizes that poppy bullets and ruby slippers can defeat the witch. Together, they find the slippers, and Charlie delivers the final blow; stopping the witch from bringing evil into their world.


How did Charlie choose a new adventure at the end of Supernatural’s episode?

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Supernatural (Image via Prime Video)

With the danger gone, Dorothy invites Charlie to return with her to Oz. Charlie accepts eagerly, following a path she’s always dreamed about. This ending shows how her bravery earned her not just respect, but a chance at a real magical quest.


In this episode, Charlie is more than a side character; she becomes the hero. She uses her tech skills, faces danger without hesitation, and protects both her friends and a magical world.

Her smart and brave actions let her stand on her own and close her arc with purpose. Even today, on 11 August 2025, this Supernatural episode remains a standout for how it highlights courage in unexpected places.

Edited by Zainab Shaikh