Where to start
Breaking Bad
3 versions · originally a series, 2008
The Breaking Bad universe masterfully explores the moral erosion of ordinary people pushed into the high-stakes world of criminal enterprise.
✦ Most fans start here
Breaking Bad (2008)
The original tv
✦ Start hereBreaking Bad
Vince Gilligan · Series · 2008
Breaking Bad (2008) serves as the definitive origin, charting Walter White’s harrowing transformation from a desperate chemistry teacher into a ruthless drug kingpin. It is essential for those seeking the foundational narrative.
2015 series
Better Call Saul
Vince Gilligan · Series · 2015
Better Call Saul (2015) provides a meticulous character study of Jimmy McGill, exploring his evolution into the morally flexible Saul Goodman. This version is perfect for viewers who value slow-burn, legal drama.
2019 film
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie
Film · 2019
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019) focuses exclusively on Jesse Pinkman’s immediate aftermath following his escape. This film offers necessary emotional closure for those deeply invested in Jesse’s personal survival and trauma.
Common questions
What order should I watch Breaking Bad, El Camino, and Better Call Saul?
You should watch Breaking Bad first to establish the core story. Follow this with the movie El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, which concludes the primary narrative. Better Call Saul serves as a prequel and can be viewed after you finish the original series.
Is El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie a direct continuation of the series?
Yes, El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie is a direct sequel that picks up immediately following the events of the Breaking Bad finale. It focuses on the aftermath of the series conclusion and provides closure for the remaining primary character from the show.
How long is the entire Breaking Bad franchise including Better Call Saul?
The Breaking Bad franchise consists of the original Breaking Bad series, the prequel series Better Call Saul, and the feature film El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie. These three titles represent the complete collection of projects produced within this specific creative universe.
Should I watch Better Call Saul if I enjoyed Breaking Bad?
If you enjoyed Breaking Bad, you should watch Better Call Saul. It is an official prequel series that expands on the universe established in Breaking Bad. It provides additional context and background for the characters and events featured throughout the original television program.