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Better Call Saul

  • TV Series
  • 2015–20222015–2022
  • TV-MATV-MA
  • 46m
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The trials and tribulations of criminal lawyer Jimmy McGill in the time before he established his strip-mall law office in Albuquerque, New Mexico as Saul Goodman.The trials and tribulations of criminal lawyer Jimmy McGill in the time before he established his strip-mall law office in Albuquerque, New Mexico as Saul Goodman.The trials and tribulations of criminal lawyer Jimmy McGill in the time before he established his strip-mall law office in Albuquerque, New Mexico as Saul Goodman.

IMDb RATING
8.8/10
408K
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  • Creators
    • Vince Gilligan
    • Peter Gould
  • Stars
    • Bob Odenkirk
    • Rhea Seehorn
    • Jonathan Banks
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  • Creators
    • Vince Gilligan
    • Peter Gould
  • Stars
    • Bob Odenkirk
    • Rhea Seehorn
    • Jonathan Banks
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1KUser reviews
    • 119Critic reviews
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  • Top rated TV #54
    • Nominated for 39 Primetime Emmys
      • 36 wins & 211 nominations total

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    "I Save Me"
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    Bob Odenkirk
    Bob Odenkirk
    • Jimmy McGillas Jimmy McGill
    63 episodes63 eps • 2015–2022
    Rhea Seehorn
    Rhea Seehorn
    • Kim Wexleras Kim Wexler
    63 episodes63 eps • 2015–2022
    Jonathan Banks
    Jonathan Banks
    • Mike Ehrmantrautas Mike Ehrmantraut
    63 episodes63 eps • 2015–2022
    Michael Mando
    Michael Mando
    • Nacho Vargaas Nacho Varga
    63 episodes63 eps • 2015–2022
    Patrick Fabian
    Patrick Fabian
    • Howard Hamlinas Howard Hamlin
    63 episodes63 eps • 2015–2022
    Giancarlo Esposito
    Giancarlo Esposito
    • Gus Fringas Gus Fring
    42 episodes42 eps • 2017–2022
    Michael McKean
    Michael McKean
    • Chuck McGillas Chuck McGill
    32 episodes32 eps • 2015–2018
    Tony Dalton
    Tony Dalton
    • Lalo Salamancaas Lalo Salamanca
    26 episodes26 eps • 2018–2022
    Mark Margolis
    Mark Margolis
    • Hector Salamancaas Hector Salamanca
    21 episodes21 eps • 2016–2022
    Kerry Condon
    Kerry Condon
    • Stacey Ehrmantrautas Stacey Ehrmantraut
    18 episodes18 eps • 2015–2022
    Cara Pifko
    Cara Pifko
    • Paige Novickas Paige Novick
    16 episodes16 eps • 2016–2020
    Jeremiah Bitsui
    Jeremiah Bitsui
    • Victoras Victor
    16 episodes16 eps • 2017–2022
    Ray Campbell
    Ray Campbell
    • Tyrus Kittas Tyrus Kitt
    15 episodes15 eps • 2017–2022
    Dennis Boutsikaris
    Dennis Boutsikaris
    • Rick Schweikartas Rick Schweikart
    14 episodes14 eps • 2015–2022
    Josh Fadem
    Josh Fadem
    • Camera Guyas Camera Guy
    14 episodes14 eps • 2015–2022
    Julian Bonfiglio
    Julian Bonfiglio
    • Sound Guyas Sound Guy
    14 episodes14 eps • 2015–2022
    Rex Linn
    Rex Linn
    • Kevin Wachtellas Kevin Wachtell
    13 episodes13 eps • 2016–2022
    Ed Begley Jr.
    Ed Begley Jr.
    • Clifford Mainas Clifford Main
    13 episodes13 eps • 2016–2022
    • Creators
      • Vince Gilligan
      • Peter Gould
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    Storyline

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    Before Saul Goodman, he was Jimmy McGill. And if you're calling Jimmy, you're in real trouble. The prequel to "Breaking Bad" follows small-time attorney, Jimmy McGill, as he transforms into Walter White's morally challenged lawyer, Saul Goodman. —zaahir1604
    • prequel
    • spin off
    • lawyer
    • financial struggle
    • shared universe
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      • Crime
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    • Parents guide

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    • Trivia
      Vince Gilligan admitted that the characters of Chuck McGill and Howard Hamlin developed differently than initially planned. Chuck was going to be the wise older brother who would provide Jimmy with advice and Howard was going to be the nemesis and foil in Jimmy's life. However, after a few episodes, the actors, producers and writers all agreed that the trajectory of the characters would work better if Chuck was the true nemesis in Jimmy's life and Howard was the flawed, sympathetic friend who wanted to help Jimmy. "Chuck was never going to be the bad guy, and Howard was always going to be the one to cause problems in Jimmy's life. What's wonderful is working with such a talented group of writers and actors who aren't afraid to change things and are flexible with trying out different scenarios. I think the way Chuck and Howard have developed fits much more with the theme of the show and offers so many more rewarding outcomes than our original vision," said Vince Gilligan.
    • Goofs
      Mike Ehrmentraut's granddaughter Kaylee is clearly the same age as she will be during the run of Breaking Bad. SInce Better Call Saul is a prequel to that series, this should not be the case.
    • Quotes

      Saul Goodman: I'm number one on your speed dial right next to your weed dealer.

    • Connections
      Featured in Conan: Adam Sandler/Jonathan Banks/Broods (2015)

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    As darkly comic and multilayered as Breaking Bad, yet very much its own thing
    So here it is at last: one of the most highly anticipated new TV-shows of the year, the spin-off from probably THE most highly praised TV-show in the history of Television. Naturally, expectations were over the roof - and it was a forgone conclusion that meeting those expectations would be next to impossible. Well, here's the good news. Judging from the first couple of episodes, 'Better Call Saul' will be good. Just how good remains to be seen, but as far as promises go, those first episodes made a big one.

    For those who haven't seen it yet: relax - I won't spoil a thing about the storyline. Instead, I'll concentrate on all other aspects of the show. The first thing you notice (as was the case with Breaking Bad) is the camera. The photography is simply gorgeous. All the visual trademarks I've grown to love so much in BB are there: the playful camera angles; the creative ways to establish even a simple scene with unusual, interesting shots (yet without ever distracting from the storytelling) - it's just beautiful to look at.

    Then there's the music. From the wonderful introductions (before the opening credits) to the last scene of an episode, music is not just used as background "noise": carefully picked songs are there to give clues and are as much an integral part of the story as they help establish the tone of certain scenes. And the original music by Dave Porter feels as organic to 'Better Call Saul' as it did in 'Breaking Bad'.

    The writing, directing and acting (so far) are on par with BB; anyone afraid this would be a rushed production trying to surf on BB's success can relax; not for a second did I get the feeling this was somehow not well thought through or cheaply constructed by a committee of writers - and although we do of course get some of our favorite characters back, new ones are introduced that promise to be just as original and interesting as the ones that helped turn BB into a cultural phenomenon. And adding high calibre actors such as Michael McKean ('This Is Spinal Tap') to the cast is probably an indication that Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould will not content themselves - or us - by mainly exploring the characters we already know.

    And then, finally, there's the magnificent Bob Odenkirk. Starting off as a slightly one-dimensional character and comic relief in BB, the character we've come to love as the sleazy, slick Saul Goodman has already shown more layers in the first half of the first season of 'Better Call Saul' than over his entire run on BB. And that's as much thanks to Odenkirk as the fantastic writing: the actor obviously relished the opportunity to show what he's capable of as his character charms, squirms and threatens his way through his scenes, but - somewhat unexpectedly - he also manages to move you during the more quiet moments.

    To sum up my overall impressions: 'Better Call Saul' is a darkly comic, multilayered story that could end up being just as unusual and exciting as we all dared to hope. The tone may be consistent with 'Breaking Bad', but make no mistake: this is very much its own thing. The writing, directing and acting - as well as the production values - are top notch, and if what we've seen so far is anything to go by, we're in for a great first season of a very promising new show. My (provisional) rating: 9 stars out of 10

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    • Release date
      • February 8, 2015 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Facebook
      • Official Instagram
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
      • Vietnamese
    • Also known as
      • Hãy Gọi Cho Saul
    • Filming locations
      • Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
    • Production companies
      • High Bridge Productions
      • Crystal Diner Productions
      • Gran Via Productions
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    • Runtime
      46 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
      • Dolby Digital

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