Better Call Saul's Most Underrated Episode

[@Lord_of_Karhold]

"You think this is bad? This? This chicanery? He's done worse. That tower! Are you telling me that a man just happens to fall like that? No!" - Catelyn complaining about Tyrion to Lysa

[@Vesporeon]

Loras: "I'm sorry, I'm kinda new here so I have to ask, who is that? Jaime: "Ser Arthur Dayne. The Sword of the Morning. Greatest chivalrous knight I ever knew." Loras: "Wow! I hope someone says that about me someday." Jaime: "Well... maybe there are more important things."

[@TheOneTrueCasanova]

HE URINATED OFF THE WALL

[@pumas2342]

I once convinced a lady dragon I was Baelon the Brave's son, and it worked, because I believed it. -Ulf the white... probably

[@ariofirdaus9050]

But not our Jaime! Couldn't be precious Jaime!

[@dominicchallis2928]

-Tyrion … -Hang in there Bronn, You’re going to be fine. -This was the greatest week of my life …

[@fickle_narwhal788]

Naming an episode after the objectively best Penguin of Madagascar was clearly an indication of what a masterpiece this episode was.

[@QuinnTheGM]

I'm more of a Kowalski man myself

[@legohead2731]

Always had a soft spot for private myself

[@cinnamonflavord]

​@@legohead2731private spot

[@aidanvannynatten2787]

Not enough Skipper stans in this chat

[@legohead2731]

@@aidanvannynatten2787 the gang’s all here

[@aleksandarperovic8769]

To make it even crazier, all of the characters that are Breaking Bad-exclusive are also at their best here (timeline-wise). Walt is a moral school teacher, his family and in-laws are all doing their regular, lawful things, Jesse is still just a kid etc. BCS S1 can, in that sense, be seen as a 1 season build up to the ensuing TEN seasons of exploring everyone's downfalls in the BB/BCS universe.

[@wj11jam78]

Walt at his best was when he was with Gretchen and working at greymatter.

[@meemmeyn7056]

Quinn has dropped a video on Better Call Saul, how does this affect Jon Connington's fate in The Winds Of Winter

[@nont18411]

Well, Jon Con got greyscale because he rescued the ASOIAF equivalent of Saul Goodman.

[@nickthegreat9434]

Im glad actually to see someone with your amazing analytical skills pulling apart BCS, so please dont be discouraged and post whatever you like

[@gustavovaniterson9474]

Couldn't have said it better

[@louishodgson6405]

I haven't finished the video yet, but I had an interesting thought: You could argue that RICO presents a small slice of the "good ending" for Jimmy and Chuck, where they actually work together and have a healthy relationship. I think this is fascinating because the whole show revolves around how Jimmy is trying so hard to be this good lawyer despite being knocked down at every turn, eventually giving up and transforming into who we see in Breaking Bad. By showing us this peak of what Jimmy can be so early on in the show, I think it helps the audience sympathize with him more and really exacerbates the tragedy of his downfall.

[@fipse]

It was definitely one of those moment that could have changed the direction Jimmy was going. Only for Chuck to ruin it. Not that Jimmy is innocent, he had plenty of such moments that he ruined himself.

[@brigo1744]

The winds of winter is coming for Saul Goodman

[@nont18411]

So, Tyrion Lannister then

[@dunbass7149]

Saul could’ve gotten Stannis to bend the knee

[@mutt8553]

⁠@@dunbass7149I can’t die happy until I get a video of Saul convincing Stannis to bend the knee, an unstoppable force vs an immovable object

[@thepowerofsand6180]

Saul Gone 😢

[@status_quo_post]

Your Honor, Mr. Algorithm could not have murded this video, he has a solid alibi. He was out drinking with Bert and Ernie from the mail. Kermit Tully can prove that too.

[@fayedunaway8]

Sad fact - Better Call Saul never won a single Emmy. It scored 53 Emmy nominations over its six-season run but failed to win a single award.

[@nont18411]

That moment when Bob Odenkirk had to congratulate Lee Jung Jae was quite sad😢

[@jeremyscungio16]

Thats not a fun fact its kinda sad to be honest

[@fayedunaway8]

@@jeremyscungio16 yeah

[@stadthaus.7266]

who cares about emmys? It´s the same with oscars (are they even still a thing) some few people decide whom to honor. doesn´t really matter

[@floobiegoobie7931]

Exactly ​@@stadthaus.7266

[@m.e.e.p.e.r]

BCS is so beautiful. You only showed individual frames in the video, yet in every single one you can tell the tone at that moment by the lighting, or the relationship between characters by the posing and framing. Masterful storytelling with not just writing, but visuals.

[@brandonneldo112]

Quinn we aren't here for asoiaf content we can get that anywhere we're here for YOU post anything you can speak passionately about!

[@QTC1688]

Ooooo Quinn I think he likes you.

[@somm150]

You should propose

[@victorviereck6476]

Wonder how Aegon will use Saul's services in the winds of winter

[@tgovani]

Looking forward to the inevitable follow up video “The Winds of Winter are Coming for Jimmy”

[@Rahmatow]

there is no other way left. Aegon better call Saul

[@eadaoinl]

I really loved Rich. He's a really interesting background character who's incredibly well fleshed out in his short screen time (a testament to Vince Gilligan's talent). He's incredibly underdiscussed in the fandom, he's got so many douchy qualities, yet is also a really decent and empathetic dude. His conversation with Kim about being left hanging in his first job is, to me, such a vivid example of good writing. Its adding complexity to a character, builds context of the world of lawyers we sit on the edge of and peer into on the show, it drives the plot, it alters Kim's perspectives and motivations and all the while it feels really real. Utterly incredible. 10/10, I love this show

[@Justin_Leone]

It's more a testament to Peter Gould than Vince Gilligan. After the show got off the ground, Gilligan wasn't really involved creatively, apart from directing a handful of episodes. Peter Gould was the showrunner, the role that Gilligan had in Breaking Bad.

[@error-err-1016]

The only way this show could've been better is if Darkstar was in it and said his catchphrase, "it's Darkstar time" and Darkstarred all over everyone.

[@Dani_1012]

Where did the "It's -- time." come from? I've seen it a few times but don't remember hearing it in the show, and I'm currently on the first pages of Feast and haven't run about that cringy phrase, I once thought it came from D&D

[@maylabrown4584]

I find myself thinking of Darkstar and every now and then, he becomes more of an a hole to me as time goes on, poor little Cella 😢

[@kinmersha]

"Every Dark has it's Star."

[@someangel-shape6797]

@@Dani_1012It’s a meme that isn’t just used for asoiaf- first time I heard it was ‘it’s morbin time’ banded around as a joke when Morbius came out, but it might be older than that.

[@darthvaderreviews6926]

@@Dani_1012 "it's ___ time" is a phrase that's always had some memetic qualities, but Morbius was the genesis of the "using a noun as a verb" version of the joke AFAIK

[@TouchDirt]

BCS is probably the last show I'll ever be so invested in and make sure I'm there to watch it live. I was into breaking bad during the first season so this world and it's characters were with me for nearly 15 years of my life. Jimmy and Chucks scenes together are some of the most tense and suspenseful I've ever seen especially with themselves often just being two people talking. No need for giant battles and dragons, give me hurt people trying to deal with their trauma and emotions badly.

[@Stevie5722]

One element I really only appreciated on a rewatch was that every scene in Chuck's house uses darkness as the dominating visual element, even when all the lights are turned on. The characters are surprised to see the house lit up, but the audience still only sees the darkness.

[@byrnhard]

One of my favourite series as well! Wouldn't mind you covering it further. 😊 (That Ernie & Bert detail... so typical of Gilligan's humour... I like it.) Also: Mike >>> every other character on TV. I'm willing to die on that hill. 😜

[@davialvesanimator]

The later seasons get all the glory but seasons 1-3 is still MASTERFUL storytelling, the first arc doesn’t get enough credit

[@jacobkakyoin6882]

Bert and Ernie both appear onscreen, and even share a scene. HOTD only includes a single Muppet Tully onscreen. The stronger show is obvious.

[@michaelgates9478]

I love the law drama angle of the show, I really do. I am a sucker for season 6 though. And episode 7 in particular. When two universes of the show (judicial and criminal) finally collide… just priceless. Not gonna go into detail - don’t wanna spoil it for those who haven’t seen the show yet. Oh, and one more thing. I’d say that BCS is my second favorite show after the Sopranos. So, yeah, I’d love to see more content like this obviously. Your channel is amazing, man. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@QuinnTheGM]

The Sopranos is my second favorite show, and honestly if i'd seen it before BCS it'd probably be number 1

[@Kidd-In-Charge]

Incredible video, I LOVE your editing style on a BCS video because none of the regular BB/BCS creators presented anything like this

[@Asparagoose]

No funny game of thrones references from me, I just wanna say I’m really happy to hear you talk about another show you’re passionate about! Especially when it’s one as good (and, err, consistently good at that) as Better Call Saul

[@HNfilms]

Excellent pick, this episode along with all of season 1 is just perfect and way too overlooked. Blow my magic flute

[@QuinnTheGM]

Love your ranking of every episode!

[@cbbxvcjkb7877]

People are unnecessarily harsh on first 2 seasons for being slow but the relatively lower stakes, well written comedic gags and jimmy pulling off his cons is some of the best this show has to offer.

[@finneganfollis695]

Hey Quinn! I’m super happy you made a vid about BCS, and I would be super happy if you made more! It’s rare to see a KZbinr who can make videos on both the ASOIAF universe and the BB universe, but I’m all here for it!

[@pinto9779]

Asoiaf is my favoite book series and better call saul is one of my top 3 favorite shows, quinn really talking only about the best

[@henryaggerate9669]

1. Watch it angry at Howard, Then 2. Watch it angry at Chuck, But you missed 3. Realize Chuck was mostly right all along and watch it angry at Jimmy

[@utopiandystopia1383]

nah, chuck helped create the monster he complained about by sabotoging his own brothers career and lying to him for years. He lied and cheated his own brother just like jimmy did to others but justifies it to himself because its "legal"

[@Matatabi6]

Love the better call Saul video hope it doesn’t get crushed by the algorithm take this small offering of engagement

[@fathercounts2820]

Quinn my broski you could drop a vid about the history of paint drying and I’ll still watch it, keep being you bro

[@iron_captain]

Better Call Saul is as perfect as a show can be. Best prequel in all of fiction

[@Justaddblood1]

A crossover from the gods. The Lord of Light has blessed us with this one, boys!

[@nedalsoned9940]

Really interesting pick (and cool that you're covering other shows! I love BCS). As much as it's nice to look back on one of the very few moments that Jimmy & Chuck worked as a unit, I find Chuck to be way better as an open antagonist. That's probably why I think S1 is the weakest of the show. I think the best episode of the show is probably Fun & Games- Every character's story is wrapped up in such a painful but cathartic way, with the breakup scene being the emotional climax of the story. Mike & Gus, who can often feel like an awkward inclusion next to Jimmy's incredible arc, also get really resonant endpoints- Mike's empty appeal to revenge as a balm for Manuel's grief is an excellent mirror for how his story began with killing the corrupt cops, and the scene where Gus almost allows himself to be intimate is the best character beat for him in either show. iIalso love the close on brba era Saul, quoting Chuck from 3x05- "Let justice be done, though the heavens fall." Just stomach turning. Runner ups for Winner (4x10), Bad Choice Road (5x09), and Waterworks (6x12).

[@addisonmaly2081]

Love the Better Call Saul content!

[@AmericanImperium1776]

This episode was great I agree. I loved seeing Chuck and Jimmy working together which makes it hurt all the more when the split forms between them. My personal favorite episode so far is Season 1 episode 6, where we learn Mike backstory and see him in Philly. And when he confesses, “I broke my boy.” It gets me cry teary eyed. Mike’s my favorite character in BCS and in my top five in the whole BB/BCS universe.

[@fedetrex]

There's no episode like Plan & Execution, that's the first and only time a show has left me open mouth stunned

[@devinkonquer3334]

Great video Quinn thx for the better call Saul love that show is in fact amazing

[@megan1785]

so happy to see a bcs video from you!! would love to see more

[@rashelleobey7626]

I wanted to get into this show when it first came out but I couldn't. I decided to make myself watch it and now I love it. Cameos of Breaking Bad motivated me to keep going and now I'm hooked 😂😂😂

[@jakob_b4235]

Really loved this video. Fun to see you explore more shows and elements, think i’d enjoy anything you do cuz of the passion you show us.

[@DaJalster28]

Shame the algorithm is murdering this, would love some more breaking bad and better call Saul vids

[@booyakuhsha24]

Super pumped to see you covering Better call Saul! You’re my favorite channel for anything a song of ice and fire / HoD / dunk and egg. Thank you so much for that! This is an absolute treat to hear you covering another amazing show. I too like Better call Saul over breaking bad. Thanks again

[@rexxdarealest1]

What a great start to your non Asoiaf arc! Looking forward to more🙌🏾

[@jeff_mania]

Great vid Quinn. love seeing different content from you. Praying that the algorithm is kind.

[@reno9821]

Really appreciate this video and glad that the algorithm reccommended it to me. It's nice to see someone discuss one of the episodes that are not just the most iconic of the whole show (like Chicanery, Bagman, Winner, Bad Choice Road, Saul Gone), because I think pretty much every episode has a lot to chew on and unpack.

[@kingbeauregard]

I hold that Chuck's condition is his subconscious wrestling with a dilemma: Chuck loves practicing the law and even considers it "sacred", but by sabotaging Jimmy's career he has violated ethics and thus is no longer worthy of his sacred calling. His condition is how his subconscious resolves the matter, by forcing him to quit practicing law. But it's lifting now that he's actually helping Jimmy and no longer being the unethical person who sabotages Jimmy. AT LEAST, that's my take on it.

[@QuinnTheGM]

I love that perspective, I hadn't heard it before!

[@kingbeauregard]

@@QuinnTheGM True story: a little before "Rico" aired, I had a dream where Chuck was Lady MacBeth, trying to wash the blood off his hands. When I woke up I put my Chuck theory together.

[@desperadotales]

I bet you just got that much more people to start bcs. Amazing video Q 🙌

[@cqrcin0]

i've never seen your game of thrones videos, nor the show for that matter, but i DO know i love bcs/brba, and this video was really well put together! i've always loved rico, i'm glad to see my favourite season one episode get some credit!

[@schnozchan6606]

I've been re-reading ASOIAF and re-watching Better Call Saul for the past few weeks, so you're really scratching every itch i have at this particular moment lol. I'd love to see more BCS content from you, or whatever other shows/media you'd like to discuss. Imo BCS is the superior show between itself and Breaking Bad.

[@thescotsman2071]

Love your style of analysis and videos man and seeing you do it for the breaking bad universe is amazing. Would love to see more.

[@wasabistank2422]

never seen better call saul but watching nonetheless so quinn will bring his luxurious takes to more media

[@onepureturtle]

I subscribed just yesterday, so to see a video about my favorite show of all time drop immediately afterwards, feels like some kind of divine rewards. Very good insights all around too. Bravo, as they say.

[@1stofHisName-m2d]

I really enjoy the fact that ur branching out from GOT, HOTD. Especially into a show like this( with ur schooling) LOVE IT MAN!!!!

[@ineednochannelyoutube2651]

Leaving this to engage the algorithm. Please give me more takes on BCS!

[@pinguimbrav8728]

I'm entering law school in Portugal, pretty cool to know you're a fellow student too

[@ryanreynolds1948]

I’d love for you to make more bcs content!! I think it’s really sweet that ur parents are both attorneys and that it rubbed off on you. I will always support you making content about the stuff you love

[@livallgier3119]

Came for the dragon content but happy to stay for your thoughtful analysis of just about anything! Love Better Call Saul and your commentary as always! Cheers!

[@tovbyte]

YES! I agree!! Both this and “Peekaboo” (S2, Breaking Bad) are in my books as the most underrated episodes in each respective show. It is where we fully see what the main characters are made of and where their initial moral compasses point. “Rico” was the first episode of BCS where I could start to really root and feel for Jimmy. I got invested in his story, because it is the first episode where we see how much heart he really had and what a great person he could become if he stays on the straight and narrow. It is also the first episode where I started to realise the tragedy of BCS, because we know he will lose that part of him. I liked the show beforehand already, but this episode made me sit up and really empathise with the characters

[@fishpastethe4th340]

I demand more more better call Saul breakdowns!

[@SnarkKnight1]

I'ma comment to juice the algorithm. I should rewatch literally the whole series.

[@kronosbach5263]

I really liked watching Better Call Saul, Jimmy's journey really is great. Nice on you for trying to diversify your content a bit, I know it's a risk that might not pay off, but i hope you make more videos about stuff you are passionate about

[@hi2u670]

i like your videos because your analysis is great on a property i enjoy (asoiaf) but it's the analysis and presentation that keeps me coming back. seeing that aimed at another property i like (bb/bcs) is fantastic.

[@MatthewGross87]

Great video! I've always loved this episode as well! It's a perfect encapsulation of what could have been in this universe, and that contrast underscores why everything else that happens afterwards is so tragic. A much better world was possible in this "happy episode," and where we end up is completely unrecognizable. Knowing what ultimately happens, this is also one of the absolute best episodes to rewatch since that contrast is always starring you right in the face.

[@morrischma9565]

Hope this video does well so we can get more bcs discussion!

[@GuMeinPoh]

Love your ASOIAF videos, there’s not a whole lot of BB/BCS content coming out anymore so anything you put out about these shows I’ll eat up

[@frionelhero]

Always love BCS content

[@Snakie747]

This is my favorite television show of all time and I'd love to see more videos about it on this channel. Hope this video does well! I don't even know how to name a favorite episode of this show. This show never had a bad or even okay episode. I do think this episode is a tragedy in retrospect because you see the potential these two could have had if they'd actually worked together. Their talents and experience complement each other so well. But it was never meant to be- a fact we become fully privy to in the very next episode- the next episode Pimento is definitely in my top 5 for that reason- it's compelling and heartbreaking.

[@lookoutforburningbuildings5563]

wait is nobody gonna mention the part in the intro where you say that you taught your students about unlawful search and seizure with a clip from breaking bad. that's both hilarious and pretty genius

[@9acidthings]

Hey Quinn, great video! (as usual). I can't recommend this enough, watch all the behind-the-scenes videos, table reads, etc. - these are amazing, I promise you'll love it. Better 🦶 Call 🦶 Saul 🦶🦶

[@jacobharvey7278]

MORE BETTER CALL SAUL CONTENT PLEASE!

[@TheBenjamin109]

Great video about a great episode, sad looking back and seeing how much has changed. Would love more BCS

[@pumas2342]

You know, it wasn't long ago I remember you used to make crack ASOIAF theory videos and as far as I’m concerned you should STILL BE THERE

[@QuinnTheGM]

What’s this the fuckin small council now???

[@lauro195]

BETTER! CALL! SAUL! BETTER! CALL! SAUL! ABSOLUTE PEAK BRO LOOKING FORWARD TO MORE

[@Jaylenhawk]

I would love more BCS or BB content. My favorite episode is probably the court scene with Jimmy & Chuck when Jimmy exposed Chuck’s mental illness with the phone battery 😂 either that or any scene with Lalo in it.

[@amberhernandez]

If this is when everyone is at their best, then it is, by definition, peak. And BCS is a damned plateau, if ya ask me.

[@Tyr_The_Cruel]

Amazing video Quinn, I hope your video doesn’t get buried by the algorithm gods!

[@lobaandrade7172]

0:58 pertaining to your hot take, I agree. I also prefer the earlier seasons to the later ones (except season 5, that is peak television). It may just be nostalgia and rose tinted glasses, but they were special. It was a very unique way of telling a lawyer’s story

[@MA-rf6bu]

I agree. I think the latter seasons tried too hard to merge with Breaking Bad on the expense of the early seasons unique feel.

[@drums450]

I'd be down for an episode by episode coverage of every BCS

[@basedchimera5859]

"Quinn the GM: A youtuber you can trust"

[@chrisquinn3377]

6 seasons of utter peak

[@reid.7680]

I love the early seasons of BCS 😥 oh it's breaking my heart all over again

[@clWolke]

Commenting for algorithm + hopefully more BCS analysis from this channel. Your videos always slap.

[@WheatthinCraft]

Favorite show of all time. Love branching out content Quinn!

[@jennifermeyer704]

What an excellent breakdown of "Rico". It's been quite a while since I watched it, and you're right, everyone is at their best in this episode. Thank you!

[@I_am_Junebug]

This is very insightful. I'd love to see you take on more from Better Call Saul.

[@MFD00MTR33]

I just started rewatching the show last few days and today I stopped 3 minutes into this episode before I had to go. I got back and got on YT and was recommended your video. Little coincidence.

[@FernandaPissurno]

Great vídeo! Also love BCS, and I think it's better than Breaking Bad (which is already great). Looking forward for more videos like these! (and the big video of 1h30 haha)

[@ThePowerHoster]

Man I want more of this! The breaking bad-verse has been one of my favorite universe in some time and seeing this level of detail in an analysis and love towards an IP makes me happy! I need more :)

[@ker0356]

I have an older brother and this episode always makes me so happy, the feeling you get when you do something with your brother is unmatched. And of course, the "Lantern" ending and the "Winner" flashback are the saddest moments in the entire series for me

[@Deronimo4]

Great video. I love BCS too

[@channingcheese2]

I love how simply and efficiently this is edited

[@Mic-Mak]

0:17 I don't live in the US, but #BetterCallSaul is also one of the first shows I started watching "live", usually, the day after it aired in the US.

[@sblinder1978]

"It's Mike Time!" -Everyone* goes nuts *except Mike of course

[@reaganrambles1951]

I would watch any and all future Better Call Saul videos from you, just like all of your (future HotD spoiler-free) ASoIaF videos are must-watches. Keep up the good work!

[@bjrnbrynemo9059]

Excellent review, do more please. It's a great episode, but it doesn't have the line: "You're not a real lawyer". Therefore episode 9 is better imo. That line took me from liking the show to loving it.

[@criticalrants]

Loved this analysis!

[@parthjangade501]

loved the vid man love to see another show covered. blue yellow pink whatever man just keep bringing me that

[@BingeThinker1814]

Definitely do more BCS content. I'll watch all of your breakdowns on that. This was good insight into BCS I genuinely hadn't heard

[@kinnundo6434]

And now we learn the terrible truth. The GM in Quinn the GM actually stands for GoodMan

[@ThatMendezGuy]

Incredible please more BCS videos!!

[@guyinc0gnito]

5 HOUR KETTLE VIDEO OR BUST