The 20 Best Better Call Saul Episodes

20 "Coushatta"

Season 4, Episode 8

"Coushatta" might not be the first episode that comes to mind when reflecting on Better Call Saul, but it's a key turning point in the series for Kim, while encapsulating some of the show's biggest strengths. Jimmy and Kim's chemistry is on full display as they scheme to drop Heull's assault charge, drawing the latter down a dishonest path.

Meanwhile, the severity of Gus' operation is shown when Mike threatens Werner for a slip-up regarding the bunker, while still showing his humanity. Both the criminal and legal aspects that make the series so good are front and center, while the episode provides great character work for some of Better Call Saul's key players.

19 "Bingo"

Season 1, Episode 7

Season 1 really shows Jimmy McGill coming into his own as Saul Goodman, with "Bingo" proving that you can't out con the ultimate conman. With Kim unable to convince the Kettlemans to take a great deal over their embezzlement charges, Jimmy furthers his own involvement by stealing the already stolen money.

His goal isn't about his own self-interest. Instead, he forces the Kettlemans' hand by having Mike return this money to the DA's office, squaring Mike's debt with Jimmy while highlighting the good within the lawyer. It's a fun and gripping outing, but most importantly, one that delves into who Jimmy was back then, making his corrupt descent all the more tragic.

18 "Klick"

Season 2, Episode 10

Although the latter seasons of Better Call Saul focus largely on the criminal ties Jimmy makes and the horrible person it turns him into, the earlier seasons revolve largely around his toxic relationship with Chuck, and how the two siblings tore each other apart. In "Kilck", they both show their worst traits by constantly gaslighting one another.

Jimmy continues to lie about tampering with the documents that ultimately caused Chuck's injury, while Chuck lied and guilt-tripped his brother into telling the truth. Both are easily among Better Call Saul's smartest characters, yet they often use their gift for petty and unethical reasons.

Mike and Nacho's story also proved to be gripping, showing just how well the series could balance an intense sibling rivalry with cartel-oriented criminality, something the Breaking Bad spinoff only got better at with time.

17 "Inflatable"

Season 2, Episode 7

So many of Better Call Saul's best episodes work because of their drama and tension, but "Inflatable" shines due to its comedic aspects. With Jimmy desperate to leave Davis & Main, he's unwilling to give up his signing bonus. So, in typical Saul Goodman fashion, he decides to become the most irritating coworker imaginable.

Rather than cutting his losses and accepting he wasn't the right fit, Jimmy goes to extreme lengths, such as playing bagpipes, wearing flashy suits, and failing to flush the toilet after himself, all in the hopes of getting fired. Eventually, his wish is granted, albeit at the expense of any professional respect from his D&M colleagues.

16 "Lantern"

Season 3, Episode 10

"Lantern" acts as the boiling point between Jimmy and Chuck's dwindling relationship, ultimately culminating in the latter's death. Rather than either party burying the hatchet, their feud continues, and with Chuck unwilling to let go of his vendetta against Jimmy, he only worsens his electromagnetic hypersensitivity.

Inside and alone, Chuck eventually decided to cause a house fire while he remained inside, concluding his story. It is a haunting and bleak way for him to go out, and despite Chuck being unreasonable throughout much of the series, his fate ultimately cemented Jimmy McGill as Better Call Saul's true villain, as he only got worse from here.

In addition, this episode featured Nacho swapping Hector's medication following his stroke, a seismic event in the Breaking Bad universe. The season 3 finale really marked a shift in Better Call Saul's overall tone and wrapped up some key story elements, proving why it's one of the show's all-time best episodes.

15 "Mijo"

Season 1, Episode 2

Alongside being Walt and Jesse's first real foe, Tuco was also one of the first villains Jimmy crossed, with Better Call Saul's second episode delivering an intense encounter. The protagonist finds himself kidnapped and taken to the desert by the Mexican kingpin, a pretty familiar sight for Breaking Bad fans.

Here, we once again witness Jimmy's gift of the gab while also being introduced to Nacho, instantly discovering the moral compass he possesses despite his criminal connections. Even though many fans feel that Better Call Saul starts slowly, episode 2 is a reminder of just how exciting things are from the off, and "Mijo" remains an underrated classic.

14 "Nailed"

Season 2, Episode 9

Jimmy and Chuck's relationship is an integral part of the early seasons, and "Nailed" shows just how toxic it becomes. Jimmy continues to gaslight his brother, who is equally determined to expose and belittle his sibling. Unfortunately, this pushes Chuck to leave his home, where his electromagnetic hypersensitivity causes him to have a near-fatal collapse.

Although Breaking Bad set up some of Better Call Saul's best conflicts, the heartbreaking feud between Jimmy and Chuck was impossible to see coming in the original show, and "Nailed" highlights just how flawed both men are, with Kim unfairly getting caught in the crossfire.

Mike and Nacho's storyline also throws an extra sense of jeopardy into the mix, making season 2's penultimate episode a true masterpiece.

13 "Pimento"

Season 1, Episode 9

With Mike being one of the Breaking Bad universe's best characters, it was great to see him get plenty of screen time in Better Call Saul, and "Pimento" was one of his best showings. Watching him instantly shut down Sobchak's cocky nature was satisfying, and he essentially takes over Daniel's mission, once again highlighting how skilled he is at his craft.

Meanwhile, Jimmy continues to be pushed away from HHM, with Chuck even offering him a settlement. The episode also continues presenting Howard as an antagonist while planting many important seeds for the future in an outing that has excellent drama, dialogue, and tension, hence why "Pimento" is always a delight to rewatch over and over.

12 "Point And Shoot"

Season 6, Episode 8

Better Call Saul season 6 was as close to flawless as you can get with a TV season, arguably surpassing Breaking Bad's final installment, with "Plan and Shoot" being one of several stand-out episodes. Following Howard's shocking death, Lalo sends Jimmy to kill Gus, who eventually convinces him to send Kim instead.

She is swiftly intercepted by Mike, however, and after revealing the truth about why she was sent, this alerts Gus to Lalo's real plan, leading to a gripping showdown between the two. Every second of "Plan and Shoot" is filled with tension and an uncomfortable feeling of dread that only continues into the next episode.

It also marks the beginning of the end for Kim and Jimmy's relationship, with the duo finally understanding just how far they had gone. Despite season 6 still having numerous outings after this, it felt like the conclusion of so much conflict and the true starting point of Breaking Bad.

11 "Rock And Hard Place"

Season 6. Episode 3

While Better Call Saul provides excellent showings for legacy characters like Jimmy, Mike, and Gus, it also introduces so many great new characters. One who really shone in the spinoff was Nacho, with "Rock and Hard Place" centering on the walls closing around him as his extremely complicated journey finally comes to a shocking conclusion.

Watching him desperately trying to evade being captured is incredibly stressful, and Michael Mando carries the episode with a captivating performance. In the end, he chooses to go out on his own sword, shooting himself to ensure there is no collateral on his loved ones, a selfless sacrifice that fits his arc perfectly.

Season 6's third episode is easily one of the most engrossing, and even those moments of silence are impossible to look away from in what is one of Better Call Saul's best showings.