Better Call Saul is an American television drama series created by Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould. It first aired on AMC in 2015 and has since gone on to become a beloved show with seven seasons. It follows the life of Jimmy McGill, a small-time lawyer searching for his destiny, as he transitions into the criminal lawyer Saul Goodman. It has been highly praised for its writing, performances, and cinematography. Here we take a look at the best episodes of this critically acclaimed show as ranked by viewers.
Written by Sophie and last updated on aug 08, 2024.
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Jimmy and Kim's relationship takes a new turn. Mike decides it's for the best to sever his affiliation with an unrestrained associate.
The episode was rated 7.67 from 6474 votes.
Jimmy becomes frustrated with his restrictive work environment. Kim pulls out all the stops to dig herself out of a seemingly bottomless hole at HHM.
The episode was rated 7.69 from 5705 votes.
Mike's growing frustration shows when his hand is forced, but with Jimmy's help, he works to keep the peace. Meanwhile, Jimmy boldly forges a new path forward.
The episode was rated 7.76 from 6051 votes.
Mike aims to settle the score with an enemy; an unexpected opportunity presents itself to Jimmy.
The episode was rated 7.76 from 6043 votes.
Jimmy finds comfort in familiarity. Kim receives a life-changing proposal. When he is threatened, Mike finds himself pushed to the limit.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 5763 votes.
To keep a potentially messy situation from unraveling, Mike brokers a deal. Jimmy works to exonerate an eccentric client.
The episode was rated 7.82 from 5813 votes.
Jimmy's client outreach efforts thrive, and he exhibits new heights of showmanship. Mike is perplexed by daughter-in-law Stacey's troubling news.
The episode was rated 7.85 from 5692 votes.
Jimmy's actions unexpectedly create waves for Kim. Mike cautiously weighs a lucrative proposal that might bring about dire consequences.
The episode was rated 7.98 from 5715 votes.
The episode "Klick" of the show Better Call Saul was a heart-wrenching one, especially with the starting scene. Despite being Jimmy's brother, Chuck never treated him with the respect he deserved. Mike's role in the episode was slower than usual, but the scenes between him and Jimmy were incredibly tense. The "DON'T" message was a reminder of Gus Fring's "POLLOS" messages, leading one to believe that the show is headed in that direction.
The ending of the show was absolutely shocking, with Hamlin delivering some unexpected news. Chuck remains one of the most hated characters of the show, even when compared to Breaking Bad. Fans are now anxiously awaiting for season 3 to explore the next chapter in Jimmy's story.
The episode was rated 8.15 from 6294 votes.
"Nailed" is an incredible episode of Better Call Saul, where both Mike and Jimmy take a methodical approach to their missions, only to have their plans foiled by the law of unintended consequences. Mike is initially overjoyed with his new windfall, but soon receives a call from Nacho, revealing that an innocent bystander has been killed because of his actions. Jimmy's plan to take down his brother succeeds, but the fallout of his actions leads to a huge rift between him and Kim, and Chuck has a complete breakdown. The episode is an incredible piece of television, with great acting, plotting, and dialogue, and a stunning final scene where Kim sums up the McGill brothers in the most heartbreaking way.
The episode was rated 8.21 from 6141 votes.
