The article explains the best viewing order for the Breaking Bad universe, including El Camino, and why release order is superior to chronological order.
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01Summary
- 01Breaking Bad has 62 episodes across five seasons (2008-2013), and Better Call Saul has 63 episodes across six seasons (2015-2022).
- 02El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie was released in 2019.
- 03Better Call Saul is both a prequel and a sequel, with black-and-white Gene scenes set after Breaking Bad.
- 04The recommended watch order is Breaking Bad first, then El Camino, then Better Call Saul.
- 05A strict chronological order is not recommended as it disrupts pacing and requires skipping parts of episodes.
02Why it matters
For fans new to the series, knowing the correct order avoids spoilers and preserves the narrative flow, enhancing the experience of both shows.
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