SG
Saul Goodman
A flamboyant criminal lawyer whose real name is James McGill.
ClearStory COMPLETE SEASON GUIDE · SEASON 2 · EPISODE 8
Breaking Bad
Better Call Saul
The setup
Walter and Jesse’s street network leaves them exposed to police attention. A lawyer with a reputation for helping criminals may offer a way to protect the operation.
OPTIONAL REFERENCECharacters, places and useful termsContains story details. Open after watching.
QUICK REMINDER
5 peopleThe only names you need
B
Badger
Jesse’s friend and dealer, arrested while selling blue meth.
WW
Walter White
Determined to prevent Badger from identifying Heisenberg.
JP
Jesse Pinkman
Believes Saul is the right lawyer for their criminal problem.
DJ
Detective Getz
An undercover officer who arrests Badger during a sale.
WHILE WATCHING
Recap as you go
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AFTER WATCHING
Key story points
Hidden because this section reveals what happens in Episode 8.
Content note: Drug dealing, arrest, abduction, death threats, guns, intimidation and criminal deception.
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