# Better Call Saul (2015–2022) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/better-call-saul/
Last reviewed: 2026-08-27

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 91% |
| Celluloid Editorial Rating | 98/100 |
| Audience Snapshot | 92% |
| Metascore | 89/100 |
| IMDb | 8.8/10 |
| Fan Score | 90% |
| Creator | Vince Gilligan & Peter Gould |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Genres | Crime, Drama |
| Seasons | 6 (63 episodes) |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States |

## Quick answer

Better Call Saul (2015–2022) is a Crime, Drama series created by Vince Gilligan & Peter Gould, streaming on Netflix. It holds a 91% Celluloid Score — Celluloid Pick — from Celluloid editorial (98%), Metascore (89/100), IMDb (8.8/10), TMDB fan (90%) across 6 seasons. Audience snapshot (not in the composite): 92%.

## Celluloid verdict

A rare prequel that surpasses expectations — a patient, devastating character study built on Bob Odenkirk and Rhea Seehorn's finest work, widely judged the equal of its legendary predecessor.

## Synopsis

This Breaking Bad prequel traces the slow moral erosion of small-time lawyer Jimmy McGill into the huckster Saul Goodman, shadowing his doomed romance and his brother's contempt while a parallel underworld of fixers and cartel enforcers closes in on everyone he loves.

## Cast

Bob Odenkirk, Rhea Seehorn, Jonathan Banks, Giancarlo Esposito

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is Better Call Saul worth watching?**
Yes — Better Call Saul earns a 91% Celluloid Score (Celluloid Pick), from editorial 98%, Metascore 89/100, IMDb 8.8/10, TMDB fan 90%. Audience snapshot is separate (92%). A rare prequel that surpasses expectations — a patient, devastating character study built on Bob Odenkirk and Rhea Seehorn's finest work, widely judged the equal of its legendary predecessor.

**Why is Better Call Saul so highly rated?**
Better Call Saul scores 91% from four inputs: Celluloid editorial 98/100, Metacritic 89/100, IMDb 8.8/10 and TMDB fan rating 90%. The separate audience snapshot is 92%. A rare prequel that surpasses expectations — a patient, devastating character study built on Bob Odenkirk and Rhea Seehorn's finest work, widely judged the equal of its legendary predecessor. See the full breakdown on the Better Call Saul series page.

**Should I watch Breaking Bad before Better Call Saul?**
Yes for first-time viewers. Breaking Bad (2008–2013) establishes the world; Better Call Saul rewards that context even though much of it is set earlier.

**Is Better Call Saul on Netflix?**
Yes — Better Call Saul is available on Netflix in many regions (catalogued under Netflix on Celluloid). Rights differ by country; confirm in the Netflix app or the where-to-watch notes.

**Is Better Call Saul on Prime Video?**
No — Better Call Saul is not on Prime Video. It streams on Netflix, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under Netflix. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did Better Call Saul come out?**
Better Call Saul first aired in 2015 and ran through 2022 (2015–2022). Created by Vince Gilligan & Peter Gould; it streams on Netflix today.

**How many seasons of Better Call Saul are there?**
Better Call Saul has 6 seasons across 63 episodes (2015–2022). Status: ended / complete.

**How long does it take to watch Better Call Saul?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, Better Call Saul’s 63 episodes take roughly 47 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Where can I watch Better Call Saul?**
Better Call Saul streams on Netflix in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under Netflix. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**Who is in the cast of Better Call Saul?**
Better Call Saul stars Bob Odenkirk, Rhea Seehorn, Jonathan Banks, Giancarlo Esposito. Created by Vince Gilligan & Peter Gould.

**How many episodes are in Better Call Saul?**
Better Call Saul has 63 episodes across 6 seasons (2015–2022).

**What is Better Call Saul about?**
This Breaking Bad prequel traces the slow moral erosion of small-time lawyer Jimmy McGill into the huckster Saul Goodman, shadowing his doomed romance and his brother's contempt while a parallel underworld of fixers and cartel enforcers closes in on everyone he loves.

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