Bob Odenkirk, the star of Better Call Saul, once again graces the Emmy spotlight. He revels in the final wave of recognition for his cherished Breaking Bad prequel, which has secured seven Emmy nominations. It’s a moment of pride for Odenkirk as he finds himself a front-runner, celebrating his personal nomination and his esteemed colleagues. We take a closer look at the man behind the Emmy nomination, delving into his intriguing thoughts on the post-finale fate of his character, his exhilarating guest stint on FX’s The Bear, and the anticipation surrounding his new AMC venture, Lucky Hank.
Better Call Saul: An Emmy Morning to Remember
Odenkirk speaks of the Emmy morning with unfiltered joy and excitement. Alongside his recognition, it was the nomination of co-star Rhea Seehorn and the acknowledgment of the show’s gifted writing team that he recalls making the moment truly “complete.” This recognition, coupled with the outpouring of support for the series, made him see the immense opportunity the series represented, even more so than when he first embarked on this journey.
“I can’t imagine a role as well written, that goes to as many places, that I would ever get again, so I’m just super thankful that I got it, super thankful that I was able to deliver on it,” said Odenkirk, his words filled with gratitude.
From his statement, it’s evident that the Better Call Saul role is much more than just another job for Odenkirk. It was a chance to portray a brilliantly scripted character, a journey that allowed him to showcase his talent in countless situations.
Jimmy McGill: From Courtrooms to Prison Cells?
In the series finale of Better Call Saul, audiences last saw the crafty con man Slippin’ Jimmy McGill caught in the unforgiving grip of the law, a scene that hinted at a future behind bars for the popular character. Pondering his character’s post-finale fate, Odenkirk lends his thoughts on what may lie ahead for McGill.
“He’d obviously be an important person [in prison] because he knows the law and he’s pretty good at manipulating situations. So, I would imagine he either runs the prison or is the consigliere of whoever runs the prison,” the actor shared.
His speculation offers an intriguing possibility: a lawyer turned con man exploiting his legal expertise and his knack for manipulation to ascend the prison hierarchy. Such a transformation might be the only way for McGill to endure life’s challenges behind bars.
Memorable Appearance on The Bear
Leaving his indelible mark on Better Call Saul, Odenkirk has not confined himself to the role of Jimmy McGill. He vividly recollects his guest appearance on the critically acclaimed culinary drama The Bear as one of his most rewarding experiences.
“Everybody was there to kick ass, to play,” Odenkirk reflected on his time on The Bear. “Everyone respected each other, every one of those actors, and [creator] Chris Storer runs a set that allows for freedom to discover, and invent, and bring things to life.”
Odenkirk’s experiences on The Bear highlight the camaraderie and mutual respect among the cast, the creative freedom granted on the set, and the shared goal of delivering a phenomenal performance.
Lucky Hank: Venturing into New Territories
Odenkirk is not one to shy away from novel opportunities but is excited about his role in the new AMC series Lucky Hank. It gives him a unique chance to play a character vastly different from Saul Goodman, allowing him to explore and exhibit his versatile acting skills.
While the future of Lucky Hank beyond its inaugural season remains uncertain, Odenkirk’s optimism is unwavering. He plans to seize every opportunity that allows him to step out of his comfort zone and challenge his artistic limits.
As the final season of Better Call Saul concluded last year, the series hopes to finally clinch a win at the Emmy Awards, having racked up an impressive tally of 46 nominations over the years without a victory as the Emmy ceremony scheduled for September 18th inches closer, fans of Better Call Saul are waiting with bated breath to see if their beloved series will finally take home the golden statuette. In the realm of suspense that currently engulfs Better Call Saul, there’s only one certainty: the indelible impact Bob Odenkirk has left on the series and the world of television.
