How to watch Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul and El Camino in the right order, including whether the prequel is best watched before or after the original series.
Recommended order
Breaking Bad (2008-2013) → El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019) → Better Call Saul (2015-2022).
Why not chronological?
Better Call Saul begins years before Breaking Bad, but it is written for viewers who already know where its characters end up. Watching it first removes most of its dramatic irony.
Every title in the franchise
A focused pick for now — browse the full catalog for more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I watch Better Call Saul before or after Breaking Bad?
After. It is a prequel, but almost every episode is built on knowledge the original series gives you, and it also continues past Breaking Bad’s ending.
When should I watch El Camino?
Straight after finishing Breaking Bad. It picks up in the moments immediately after the series finale.
Is Better Call Saul worth watching?
It is widely considered the rare prequel that stands with, and by some accounts surpasses, the original.