Bob Odenkirk Open to Saul Revival — But Fans Say the Ending Was Too Perfect to Touch
It's been three years since Better Call Saul wrapped with the haunting finale "Saul Gone," and Bob Odenkirk says he's still not over it.
Appearing on Today, he admitted the role changed everything for him:
"That part turned my life around, and I've given more to that part than anything I've done. Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould created that show. They are some of the best writers who ever worked in TV. So if they were to think of something in that world, of course I would do it."
So… revival confirmed? Not quite. Odenkirk immediately followed with:
"I don't think so. I think they've all moved on to some more amazing projects that you'll soon see."
As for what another Saul show would look like? His guess:
"He's not getting out. If there's another Saul show, it takes place inside prison."
That last comment sent fans into full defense mode. The general consensus? Don't ruin a perfect ending. One of the top reactions online said: "Him being in prison was him killing Saul. Defeats the purpose."
Another fan added:
"It was him making amends with Kim and his own personal redemption. He's identified by Jimmy but ultimately he defeats his demon in his own way."
And for many, that's exactly what made the ending work: Saul and Jimmy finally colliding. Or as one viewer put it: "He realized that at his core, no matter how good his intentions are, he is Saul Goodman. And Saul Goodman is dangerous and destructive and belongs in prison."
Could a Prison-Set Sequel Even Work?
Some fans toyed with the idea — Better Call Jail, The Saulshank Redemption, etc. But most agreed it'd be a creative dead-end.
"Who the hell wants to gather around to watch a reformed criminal lawyer just be like, a model prisoner?"
"Only way it works is as a dark comedy — but it'll never reach the highs of Breaking Bad or Better Call Saul."
There were a few pitches — like Saul helping wrongfully convicted inmates from the inside, or a parole-hearing arc — but the enthusiasm was lukewarm at best. Nobody seems eager to mess with the emotional weight the finale already delivered.
Some Doors Should Stay Closed
Plenty of fans had one simple request: leave it alone.
"He got six seasons of a character study with a proper and cathartic ending. Let it be over."
Bob Odenkirk isn't slamming the door shut, but viewers? They already locked it — with Saul still behind bars, where his story ended perfectly.