‘Breaking Bad’ Creator Vince Gilligan Reveals What Happened to Characters Since Finale

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When Breaking Bad premiered in 2009, it joined a growing wave of high-quality, complex dramas on television – a style previously popularized by shows like The Sopranos. Vince Gilligan’s series, about a chemistry teacher who becomes a drug lord, was a huge success, leading to two spin-off shows and a film. Although the original characters received satisfying conclusions within those projects, Gilligan has recently shared some fun, updated details about what they might be doing now.

On The Rich Eisen Show, Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan discussed the show’s lasting impact and playfully imagined where the characters are now. While fans have shared many theories, it’s particularly interesting to hear the creator’s own thoughts. Gilligan started with Bob Odenkirk’s character, Saul Goodman. Although Better Call Saul ended with Jimmy McGill in prison, Gilligan joked that he’d likely be a free man today, saying he imagines Donald Trump would have pardoned him, adding, “That kinda tracks, doesn’t it?”

It’s an amusing thought that President Trump might pardon the character Saul Goodman from Breaking Bad, and the show’s creator, Vince Gilligan, has even considered what happened to Jimmy McGill after the series ended, imagining he returned to doing infomercials. Gilligan also briefly speculated on the fates of other characters. He believes Rhea Seehorn’s character, Kim Wexler, rediscovered her love for the law and is now working as a public defender. (Seehorn currently stars in Gilligan’s new show, Pluribus.)

Some Characters From ‘Breaking Bad’ Managed To Get a Happy Ending


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So, I recently heard from Vince Gilligan about what happened to the characters after the finale, and it’s surprisingly heartwarming. Apparently, Walt Jr. is actually writing about his dad – the infamous Walter White – which is a fascinating development. And Skyler? She’s found someone new, which, honestly, after everything Walt put her through, she deserves. It makes sense Gilligan would want some happiness for them after five seasons of turmoil. As for Jesse Pinkman, it sounds like he’s finally found peace and is doing well up in Alaska. It’s good to know at least someone got a happy ending!

Vince Gilligan wrote and directed El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, which picks up right after the end of Breaking Bad. The film follows Jesse’s final efforts to outrun the police and build a new life, and he ultimately manages to do so. It makes sense that Gilligan wouldn’t alter this satisfying ending, given how powerful the story is. Gilligan also shared some interesting ideas about where the Breaking Bad characters are now, and his comments about Jimmy McGill showed his fondness for using the show to playfully critique current political issues.

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2025-12-01 17:02