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The Worst Episodes of Better Call Saul

Every episode of Better Call Saul ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Better Call Saul!

Six years before Saul Goodman meets Walter White. We meet him when the man who will become Saul Goodman is known as Jimmy McGill, a...
Genres:CrimeDrama
Network:AMC

Worst Episodes Summary

"Alpine Shepherd Boy" is the worst rated episode of "Better Call Saul". It scored 8/10 based on 17918 votes. Directed by Nicole Kassell and written by Bradley Paul, it aired on 3/2/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Rebecca".

  • Alpine Shepherd Boy
    8.0/1017,918 votes
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    #1 - Alpine Shepherd Boy

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 3/2/2015

    Alarming news disrupts Jimmy's efforts at drumming up new business, forcing him to make a difficult choice.

    Director: Nicole Kassell

    Writer: Bradley Paul

  • Rebecca
    8.0/1013,961 votes
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    #2 - Rebecca

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 3/14/2016

    Jimmy becomes frustrated with his restrictive work environment. Kim pulls out all the stops to dig herself out of a seemingly bottomless hole at HHM.

    Director: John Shiban

    Writer: Ann Cherkis

  • Mabel
    8.1/1014,339 votes
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    #3 - Mabel

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 4/10/2017

    Jimmy and Chuck's relationship deteriorates. Kim feels the pressure of running her own firm. Mike investigates the note left on his car.

    Director: Vince Gilligan

    Writer: Vince Gilligan, Peter Gould

  • Black and Blue
    8.1/1018,555 votes
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    #4 - Black and Blue

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 5/9/2022

    While business booms for Jimmy, the vise tightens on the cat-and-mouse game between Gus and Lalo.

    Director: Melissa Bernstein

    Writer: Alison Tatlock

  • Switch
    8.2/1015,516 votes
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    #5 - Switch

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 2/15/2016

    Jimmy and Kim's relationship takes a new turn. Mike decides it's for the best to sever his affiliation with an unrestrained associate.

    Director: Thomas Schnauz

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz

  • Amarillo
    8.2/1014,020 votes
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    #6 - Amarillo

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 2/29/2016

    Jimmy's client outreach efforts thrive, and he exhibits new heights of showmanship. Mike is perplexed by daughter-in-law Stacey's troubling news.

    Director: Scott Winant

    Writer: Jonathan Glatzer

  • Expenses
    8.2/1012,902 votes
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    #7 - Expenses

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 5/22/2017

    Jimmy tries to settle debts. Nacho reunites with an acquaintance. Mike helps Stacey with a project and makes a connection.

    Director: Thomas Schnauz

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz

  • Smoke
    8.2/1013,637 votes
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    #8 - Smoke

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 8/6/2018

    Jimmy struggles to cope with Chuck's tragic death. Mike ponders his role at Madrigal. Howard makes a startling confession.

    Director: Minkie Spiro

    Writer: Peter Gould

  • Talk
    8.2/1012,612 votes
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    #9 - Talk

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 8/27/2018

    A restless Jimmy embarks on a new endeavor while Mike burns bridges. Kim pursues her bliss. Nacho tries to survive a turf war.

    Director: John Shiban

    Writer: Marion Dayre

  • Axe and Grind
    8.2/1018,131 votes
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    #10 - Axe and Grind

    Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 5/16/2022

    Kim and Jimmy enlist a knowledgeable contact. Howard scrutinizes Jimmy’s business practices.

    Director: Giancarlo Esposito

    Writer: Ariel Levine

  • Inflatable
    8.3/1013,517 votes
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    #11 - Inflatable

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 3/28/2016

    Mike's growing frustration shows when his hand is forced, but with Jimmy's help, he works to keep the peace. Meanwhile, Jimmy boldly forges a new path forward.

    Director: Colin Bucksey

    Writer: Gordon Smith

  • Fifi
    8.3/1013,348 votes
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    #12 - Fifi

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 4/4/2016

    Mike aims to settle the score with an enemy; an unexpected opportunity presents itself to Jimmy.

    Director: Larysa Kondracki

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz

  • Something Stupid
    8.3/1012,531 votes
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    #13 - Something Stupid

    Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 9/17/2018

    Jimmy expands his business, but runs into a problem that only Kim can solve. Gus intervenes in Hector's medical care. Mike deals with a setback.

    Director: Deborah Chow

    Writer: Alison Tatlock

  • Uno
    8.4/1024,586 votes
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    #14 - Uno

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2/8/2015

    Jimmy works his magic in the courtroom. Unexpected inspiration leads him to an unconventional pursuit of potential clients.

    Director: Vince Gilligan

    Writer: Vince Gilligan, Peter Gould

  • Hero
    8.4/1018,404 votes
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    #15 - Hero

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/23/2015

    Jimmy devises a bold plan to obtain new clients, but must face consequences when his relationships become strained.

    Director: Colin Bucksey

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison

  • Bali Ha'i
    8.4/1013,681 votes
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    #16 - Bali Ha'i

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 3/21/2016

    Jimmy finds comfort in familiarity. Kim receives a life-changing proposal. When he is threatened, Mike finds himself pushed to the limit.

    Director: Michael Slovis

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison

  • Sunk Costs
    8.4/1013,395 votes
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    #17 - Sunk Costs

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 4/24/2017

    Jimmy decides to represent a new client to Kim's dismay. Mike meets a formidable ally who gives a tempting offer.

    Director: John Shiban

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison

  • Off Brand
    8.4/1013,163 votes
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    #18 - Off Brand

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 5/15/2017

    Jimmy has a new endeavor. Chuck pushes himself to the limit. Nacho finds himself in a power struggle.

    Director: Keith Gordon

    Writer: Ann Cherkis

  • Something Beautiful
    8.4/1012,695 votes
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    #19 - Something Beautiful

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 8/20/2018

    Jimmy puts a risky plan into motion. As alliances shift, Nacho finds himself in the crosshairs. Kim contemplates her future.

    Director: Daniel Sackheim

    Writer: Gordon Smith

  • Cobbler
    8.5/1014,559 votes
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    #20 - Cobbler

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 2/22/2016

    To keep a potentially messy situation from unraveling, Mike brokers a deal. Jimmy works to exonerate an eccentric client.

    Director: Terry McDonough

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison

  • Slip
    8.5/1012,831 votes
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    #21 - Slip

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 6/5/2017

    Jimmy is pushed to desperate measures. Nacho picks up a new skill. Mike explores an alliance. Kim stands up to Hamlin.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: Marion Dayre

  • Quite a Ride
    8.5/1012,667 votes
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    #22 - Quite a Ride

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 9/3/2018

    Jimmy identifies a new market for his talents. Mike vets a potential partnership. Kim drives a hard bargain.

    Director: Michael Morris

    Writer: Ann Cherkis

  • Piñata
    8.5/1012,543 votes
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    #23 - Piñata

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 9/10/2018

    While Jimmy dreams of Wexler-McGill, Kim makes a bold move. Mike puts a plan into motion for Gus.

    Director: Andrew Stanton

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison

  • Namaste
    8.5/1013,788 votes
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    #24 - Namaste

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 3/9/2020

    As Jimmy doubles down on Saul Goodman, a deeply conflicted Kim brings him an interesting proposition, Gus makes a sacrifice in order to play the long game, and Mike attempts to smooth things over with his family.

    Director: Gordon Smith

    Writer: Gordon Smith

  • Dedicado a Max
    8.5/1013,983 votes
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    #25 - Dedicado a Max

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 3/16/2020

    Mike takes an impromptu trip out of town. As she and Jimmy grow closer over their campaign to help a client, Kim makes a surprising call.

    Director: Jim McKay

    Writer: Marion Dayre