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Unlock the Secrets of Gus Fring’s Past: The Spinoff ‘Better Call Saul’ Deserves

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It was demonstrated by Better Call Saul that there’s more to explore within the universe of Breaking Bad, and one character in particular deserves a series spinoff. While not all spinoffs meet the standard set by their original shows, Better Call Saul is frequently hailed as one of the greatest TV spinoffs ever made. Unlike Walter White, who transforms from an ordinary teacher into the menacing Heisenberg on Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul focuses on Jimmy McGill, a struggling lawyer who eventually becomes the cunning and dubious Saul Goodman, a character we know from Breaking Bad.

In both the series “Better Call Saul” and “Breaking Bad,” some characters overlap, but they each offer distinct perspectives. While “Breaking Bad” is known for its dark themes and intense violence, “Better Call Saul” provides a deep dive into character development, blending legal drama with an edge-of-your-seat crime storyline. Although “Better Call Saul” reveals the shady past of characters from “Breaking Bad,” there’s potential for more beloved characters to star in their own standalone stories.

It’s Been 3 Years Since Better Call Saul Ended, But It Still Needs A Gus Fring Spinoff

Better Call Saul Never Fully Explored Gus’s Mysterious Past (But This Could Be A Good Thing)

Among all characters from the “Breaking Bad” series, Gus Fring stands out as both thrilling and chilling. The proprietor of Los Pollos Hermanos and the meth empire’s mastermind is widely regarded as one of the most captivating antagonists in both “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul.” His cold, impeccably polite persona serves as a stark contrast to other menacing characters such as Tuco. Although “Better Call Saul” delves deeper into Gus’ background, there remain unexplored aspects of his Chilean past that could be further developed. A spinoff featuring Gus might offer a more comprehensive understanding of this enigmatic figure.

In the series “Better Call Saul,” Gus Fring stands out as one of the most powerful characters, largely because he masterfully conceals his emotions. However, a flashback scene in “Breaking Bad” reveals a shocked and emotional Gus after witnessing the death of someone dear. This is an unusual show of feeling for him. A potential spinoff series could delve into Gus’s more vulnerable moments and shed light on his past. Yet, such a move carries the risk of undermining the very aspect that makes the character so intriguing – his unnervingly calm demeanor. Instead, a spinoff could zero in on a specific event from his life without compromising this defining trait.

Breaking Bad’s First Sequel Proves That Gus’ Story Doesn’t Need An Entire Series

A Gus Fring Movie Could Answer What Happened In Santiago

Jesse Pinkman’s heart-wrenching final scene on Breaking Bad left his future uncertain, as he drove away from the Welker compound. The lesser-known spinoff of Breaking Bad, titled El Camino, resolves this mystery by depicting Jesse’s new beginning. Given that the happenings in Better Call Saul take place before Breaking Bad, Gus Fring is still alive at this point. However, since his ultimate fate is known, there may not be as many storytelling possibilities for him. Consequently, a standalone film focusing on a specific aspect of Gus’s backstory could serve as an effective spinoff, much like El Camino.

The live-action Breaking Bad universe in chronological order
Title Release date Rotten Tomatoes critics rating Rotten Tomatoes audience rating
Better Call Saul 2015 – 2022 98% 96%
Breaking Bad 2008 – 2013 96% 97%
El Camino – A Breaking Bad Movie 2019 92% 81%

In both Breaking Bad and its prequel, Better Call Saul, there’s a hint of Gus’s background in Santiago, Chile. We know he arrived in Mexico in 1986, but beyond that, his past before establishing his drug empire remains mostly unknown. Gus claims that the Pinochet regime in Chile erased his records, which is historically accurate, yet it’s unclear if this applies to him personally. Gus’s dealings with other characters hint at a potential high-ranking government position, adding an extra layer of mystery to his transition into the drug world.

Sadly, Gus Fring Probably Won’t Get A Sequel In The Breaking Bad Universe

Mike Would Be Another Great Candidate For A Spinoff

It’s been proposed before and even Giancarlo Esposito (who plays Gus) has thought about a spinoff for the Breaking Bad universe. In an interview with British GQ, Esposito suggested that Gus could have been a military man who climbed the ranks, but he wanted to take charge of his own destiny. Although this idea sounds intriguing, creator Vince Gilligan has expressed skepticism. He told Variety that while there might be more stories to tell, he’d prefer to let it rest as is.

Among all the characters from “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul,” Mike Ehrmantraut is another potential candidate for a spinoff. Similar to Gus, Mike exhibits a stoic demeanor and carries a shadowy past. Although we know more about Mike compared to Gus, his background remains largely untold. A prequel series of “Better Call Saul” could delve into Mike’s time as a police officer, revealing how he interacts with Jimmy McGill and Gus Fring, along with other characters from the “Breaking Bad” universe, shedding light on his enigmatic past.

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2025-05-03 01:58

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