The timing of Saul's transition could have elevated Better Call Saul to the level of Breaking Bad.
Better Call Saul's BOB ODENKIRK talks Breaking Bad, Chris Farley and Mr. Show
When discussing the greatest TV shows of all time, Emmy-winning crime drama Breaking Bad and its spin-off series Better Call Saul have consistently topped the charts. Both series have received critical acclaim and wide audience admiration over the years.
But despite the praise and fan enthusiasm, some feel the Bob Odenkirk-led spin-off lacks compared to the original show. The progression and character dynamics of Better Call Saul have caused some fans to perceive it as inferior to its predecessor.
After introducing intriguing characters like Walter White and Saul Goodman in the crime drama Breaking Bad, the show's creator, Vince Gilligan, came up with a prequel spin-off focusing on con artist turned public defender, Jimmy McGill.