Misha Collins Celebrates Jensen Ackles’ New Show With Heartfelt Post From Hong Kong

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Misha Collins has truly shown that friendship goals do exist for people in Hollywood. The actor took the social media world by storm from Hong Kong, hyping his best friend, Jensen Ackles’ new show, Countdown. The picture shows a view of a store with the word “Countdown” boldly applied. Collins jokingly called it a sign of global excitement.

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The erstwhile Supernatural actor penned in the caption, “Counting down the hours here in Hong Kong until @jensenackles’ new show drops today… I don’t want to jinx anything, but I think this is a sign that the world is pretty excited about it. Congrats! #Countdown.” The shot was taken of a random store sign in Hong Kong, which titlesense literally matched that of Ackles’ latest project, as one would never expect such a bizarre coincidence.

The comments just started pouring in with appreciation for the wholesome display of friendship. “That’s cool! We named our 6-year-old son Jensen after Jensen Ackles. We may have to take a trip there someday!” commented another fan. Yet another longtime observer said, “I knew you’d be a supportive friend to Jensen,” in reference to the two actors’ shared past.

However, the praise was just a fraction of the excitement. Others added how they had already seen the show, one claiming, “I’ve just watched the first episode. A bit strange to see Jensen in this role, but I don’t want to spoil you too much. In any case, it was great.” Then the joke-fest began with: “When I go to Jensen’s #1 fan competition but my opponent is Misha Collins.”

Counting down the hours here in Hong Kong until @jensenackles’ new show drops today… I don’t want to jinx anything, but I think this is a sign that the world is pretty excited about it. Congrats! #Countdown pic.twitter.com/ASmmDM0llq

— Misha Collins (@mishacollins) June 25, 2025

International fans rallied into the fray. One wrote in Portuguese before translating: “Misha, I don’t know about you, but I’ve already watched all the episodes and have a new love—Max!” referring to Ackles’ character. Another very enthusiastic voice said, “Misha, please ask Cas to protect our Max and don’t let anything happen to him,” blending a little bit of Supernatural nostalgia with excitement for the new show.

Suddenly, even cynics began feeling the pull. One commenter first wondered why they were getting updates from Collins about his travels rather than a full-throated show of support for Ackles, but another came quickly back with: “If he didn’t, y’all would be asking why he hasn’t posted support of Jensen. Let him post about his travels if he’s having fun.”

Backing Ackles’ venture was unanimous, with comments flying from across the pond, “I have watched #Countdown already in the UK. It’s awesome,” followed by pleas, “Ep 3 live reaction please!”

This is far from the only example of Collins vocally supporting his former co-star. Remaining friends since their Supernatural days, they often joke with each other online and at conventions; this interaction was something fans have long adored, blending brotherly ribbing with actual fondness.

Countdown is Ackles’s first assignment since Supernatural ended in 2020, and if anything can be said about the onset of the show, it indicates greatness with a seal of approval from Collins himself. Whether by choosing to name their children after him or pledging undying devotion to his characters, the cult of Ackles and, by implication, Collins, appears to be unstoppable.

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And really… The world could always use more of these wholesome celebrity friendships. Now, here’s wishing for way more accidental storefront sightings from Collins.