Sympathy for the Devil (Supernatural)
| "Sympathy for the Devil" | |
|---|---|
| Supernatural episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 5 Episode 1 |
| Directed by | Robert Singer |
| Written by | Eric Kripke |
| Cinematography by | Serge Ladouceur |
| Editing by | Anthony Pinker |
| Production code | 3X5201 |
| Original air date | September 10, 2009 |
| Running time | 42 minutes |
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"Sympathy for the Devil" is the first episode of the fifth season of paranormal drama television series Supernatural and the 83rd overall. The episode was written by showrunner and series creator Eric Kripke and directed by executive producer Robert Singer. It was first broadcast on September 10, 2009 on The CW. In the episode, Sam and Dean watch the aftermath of Lucifer being freed from the Cage while the angels plan a new strategy to stop the Apocalypse.