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Supernatural S5E12 — Swap Meat
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Supernatural•Season 5•Episode 12

Swap Meat

8.1/10 · 5,939 votesJan 28, 201042 min

Ranked #21 of 22 in Season 5•−0.6 vs season avg

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Gary, a teenage nerd, conjures up a body-switching spell and changes bodies with Sam. Thrilled by his new handsome and built body, Gary (now Sam) investigates a case with Dean and takes advantage of his good looks and age by hitting on women and getting

Directed byRobert Singer
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Jared Padalecki

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Sam Winchester

Jensen Ackles

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Dean Winchester

Misha Collins

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Episode Summary

"Swap Meat" is episode 12 of Supernatural season 5. It scored 8.1/10 from 5,939 votes, ranking #21 of 22 episodes this season (season average 8.7). Directed by Robert Singer, it aired on January 28, 2010.

Next: E13 · The Song Remains the SameBest of Season 5