10 Reasons Why Better Call Saul Could Be As Good As Breaking Bad

3. The Pacing Is Faultless

One of the most notable aspects of Breaking Bad was its willingness to ease up on the pacing front and let the story unfold naturally. After an action-packed pilot episode, season 1 played out at a steady pace, allowing the characters to develop over time without forcing dramatic peaks. Better Call Saul has one advantage over Breaking Bad - as part of an established universe, the writers know that audiences are more than familiar with the setting and the central character, giving them plenty of leeway when it comes to pushing forward wider plots. As we've seen so far, Better Call Saul is adept both at introducing us to Saul's previous incarnation, Jimmy McGill, as it is bringing in new characters likely to play into broader storylines. It's the kind of effortless pacing which will ensure a committed fanbase eager to catch up with Saul and his cohorts as the series progresses.