This summer saw the finale of a beloved era in television, as a run of creators bid farewell to the Breaking Bad universe. A striking black-and-white epilogue emerged, closing the legend with a cinematic precision that echoed earlier triumphs. For newcomers, a rewatch is appealing, even though the last season sits with Movistar ahead of Netflix in some regions. After Walter White’s swan song, the saga of Saul Goodman came to a close with the end of the central series, the lawyer known for flashy suits, bold bangs, and clever talk. Spoilers abound for those catching up now.
If one ever wondered about the rise and fall of the chemistry teacher turned meth empire, the prequel expands the lens. It follows Jimmy McGill, the legal prodigal who carries the family name into the courtroom, defending a dangerous cartel while finding his footing as the infamous Saul Goodman. His journey traces a descent into darker terrain across the run, revealing a character with a bright past and a deeply tragic present. The story unfolds with a tone that nods to heroic myths, hinting at a path to redemption that remains tantalizingly out of reach.
The prequel era makes sense chronologically before Walter White’s groundbreaking formula hits the scene, yet something in the narrative bent this strict chronology. Early seasons return to a monochrome aesthetic, distinct from the vivid color palette of other episodes. When color returned, it signaled a shift toward post–Breaking Bad moments, showing a Saul in disguise, laboring in a dull job at a fast-food restaurant tucked into a sprawling mall landscape. The deliberate use of color and shade underscores mood shifts, guiding viewers through the evolving psychology of the characters. In these gray-toned installments, the prequel becomes a broader commentary on what came after the original story, with small, careful touches extending the saga beyond the established ending. The second half of the final season edges toward a poignant, colorless future, offering one of the show’s most emotionally charged reunions.
Better Call Saul has always thrived on reunions—familiar faces from Breaking Bad reappear, while new figures widen the universe Vince Gilligan created. Fans welcomed Mike’s return, felt the impact of Gus Fring’s looming presence, and watched the unsettling calm as he stands in his office, a study in control. The anticipated arrival of Walter White and Jesse Pinkman looms as a culminating moment, teased through flashbacks that deepen the overarching narrative. Yet the series also delivers surprises beyond comparison, making each reunion meaningful in its own right.
Kim Wexler’s fate remains a focal point for many viewers. The character’s arc is tightly tied to the series’ moral compass, and her presence in Breaking Bad is never fully explained. The show crafts a moment of crisis that reshapes the emotional stakes, moving beyond the expected into a drama that tests loyalties and personal choices. The shock of Howard Hamlin’s death shifts the trajectory for Kim and Saul, prompting a reexamination of their Albuquerque life and a decision to step away. As the sixth and final season opens, Jimmy McGill’s transformation into Saul Goodman is completed, and the narrative that follows acknowledges that what happens after is information already known to fans of the mother series, while still offering new revelations across its episodes. Yet a complete ending remains elusive, as five additional installments broaden the ending’s resonance.
From the ninth episode onward, the series becomes a monochrome epilogue linked to the larger Breaking Bad universe. The question persists: will Saul slip back into crime or seek a quieter end? In prison, a tender reunion unfolds, delivering a moment no one foresaw. The emotional centerpiece arrives not with Walter or Jesse, but with Kim, a reunion that marks a dramatic turn in the final act. The new world in black and white follows Saul’s attempt to rekindle a life with Kim, a bid to break free from a history of deception. The path to this resolution involves a controversial strategy where a prosecutor is convinced to accept a confession in exchange for a lighter sentence. The outcome tests whether redemption can coexist with the weight of a lifelong crime story.
The closing episodes chart Saul’s attempts to repair the damage, revisiting questions about their shared past and whether time could be bent to alter present choices. Moments of regret echo through the courtroom and the quiet corners of their lives. The arc culminates in a risky concession that reshapes both their futures, revealing a willingness to pay a steep price for a chance at truth. In the end, the series presents a rebirth for Jimmy McGill, a transformation that hints at further stories while sealing the end of Saul Goodman as a public figure. The bond with Kim remains, even as the narrative contemplates a hopeful, if uncertain, path forward. If a continuation exists, it would center on the idea that even the most extraordinary schemes are tempered by human longing and the search for a genuine, lasting connection.