Better Call Saul (2015)
TV series · Crime, Drama
Stream itfor those seeking an incredibly meticulous character study that rewards patience with profound emotional payoffs.
A masterfully paced character study that transitions from a quirky legal drama into a tragic crime saga over six seasons. It is rewarding but patient, requiring a long-term commitment to witness one of television's most detailed moral descents.
What it is about
Six years before Saul Goodman meets Walter White. We meet him when the man who will become Saul Goodman is known as Jimmy McGill, a small-time lawyer searching for his destiny, and, more immediately, hustling to make ends meet. Working alongside, and, often, against Jimmy, is “fixer” Mike Ehrmantraut. The series tracks Jimmy’s transformation into Saul Goodman, the man who puts “criminal” in “criminal lawyer".
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What Better Call Saul is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this series feels like observing a slow-motion collision where every shard of glass is polished to a shine. The pace is deliberate, often spending entire sequences on the silent, technical details of a con or the mundane routine of a legal office. It balances a quirky, almost whimsical sense of humour with a creeping, dread-filled tension as the narrative gravity of the criminal underworld begins to pull the characters down. The visual language is strikingly precise, using desert landscapes and architectural lines to mirror the moral isolation of its protagonists.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is essential viewing for anyone who values dialogue and internal character logic over explosive action. It is a dense, intellectual drama that demands your full attention to catch the subtle foreshadowing and recurring motifs. However, viewers seeking the high-octane pacing or frequent shootouts associated with traditional crime shows may find the first few seasons frustratingly slow. The caveat is that the show prioritises the tragedy of a man losing his soul over the excitement of the crimes he facilitates.
The right evening for it
It is perfect for long, immersive evenings where you can dedicate yourself to two or three episodes at a time. It suits a mood for thoughtful, high-quality storytelling that lingers in the mind well after the credits roll.
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How Better Call Saul leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
It leaves you feeling profoundly melancholy and thoughtful. You will likely come away impressed by the sheer craftsmanship, yet haunted by the avoidable tragedies of its central relationships.
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Mad Men (2007)
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The Wire (2002)
a similarly grounded look at how institutions and systems shape individual moral choices
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Teaser · Tease: Saul Solicits New Clients
Better Call Saul soundtrack
Music by Dave Porter
Better Call Saul, Vol. 3 (Original Score from the TV Series)
Dave Porter · 2022 · 25 tracks
Listen on Apple Music- 1Devil's Dandruff
- 2Lalo Needs Proof
- 3Safe In the Safe
- 4Mike vs Gus
- 5Rock and Hard Place
- 6Take the Jag for a Spin
- 7Axe to Grind
- 8Stargazing
- 9Kim Takes a Turn
- 10Lalo Underground
Album and songs from Apple Music.
Awards
Better Call Saul was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the Emmys. It was also nominated at the Golden Globes.
Emmys
- Nominated: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series · Bob Odenkirk · 2023
Golden Globes
- Nominated: Best Television Series (Drama) · 2023
- Nominated: Best Actor (Television Series Drama) · Bob Odenkirk · 2023
1 other awardShow
- Won: TCA Award for Individual Achievement in Drama · 2023
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Questions people ask
- Is Better Call Saul an authentic series?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Authentic. A masterfully paced character study that transitions from a quirky legal drama into a tragic crime saga over six seasons. It is rewarding but patient, requiring a long-term commitment to witness one of television's most detailed moral descents.
- How many seasons of Better Call Saul are there?
- 6 seasons and 63 episodes. It has finished, so you can watch the whole thing.
- Where can I watch Better Call Saul in Canada?
- In Canada, Better Call Saul is included with Netflix (all plans).
- Where can I watch Better Call Saul in the UK?
- In the UK, Better Call Saul is included with Netflix (all plans).
- Was Better Call Saul nominated for any awards?
- Better Call Saul was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the Emmys. It was also nominated at the Golden Globes.
- Who composed the music for Better Call Saul?
- The music for Better Call Saul is by Dave Porter. The soundtrack album, Better Call Saul, Vol. 3 (Original Score from the TV Series), has 25 tracks.
- What songs are on the Better Call Saul soundtrack?
- Better Call Saul, Vol. 3 (Original Score from the TV Series) has 25 tracks, including “Devil's Dandruff”, “Lalo Needs Proof”, “Safe In the Safe”, “Mike vs Gus” and “Rock and Hard Place”, and more. It is on Apple Music.
- Is Better Call Saul worth watching?
- Stream it: for those seeking an incredibly meticulous character study that rewards patience with profound emotional payoffs. IMDb users rate it 9.0 out of 10 from 862,017 votes and TMDB users 8.7.
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