remains one of the most iconic television series, and its gripping finale provided a well-deserved end for Walter White. However, what many fans may not realize is that Saul Goodman, played by Bob Odenkirk, was initially supposed to meet the same fate as Walter. Early drafts of the finale featured a much more dramatic exit for the character, but the creators ultimately chose a different path.
Saul Goodman, who was first introduced in season two of , quickly became a fan favorite due to his wit, charm, and morally ambiguous legal tactics. As Walter White’s attorney and ally in his criminal enterprise, Saul played an essential role in helping White launder money and evade law enforcement. When the writers began planning the final season, they initially considered killing off multiple key characters, Saul included.

Vince Gilligan, the showrunner, revealed that the writing team debated creating a “bloodbath” ending, where major players like Saul would die.
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