The critically acclaimed Breaking Bad spinoff, Better Call Saul, is coming to a close and with each new episode, fans have been treated to bigger jaw-droppers. With the exception of Kim, the fate of most of the main characters is now known and fans can only hope that things don’t turn out as badly for her as they have for the rest.
Since half of the main characters are now dead, now feels like a perfect time to look back at some of the show’s best quotes. Which bits of dialogue impressed viewers the most? Opinions might vary but according to Redditors, some remarks will always be more memorable long after the show wraps up.
When Chuck Implodes In Front Of The New Mexico Bar Association
“He Defecated Through A Sunroof, And I Saved Him. And I Shouldn’t Have.”
Tired of Jimmy’s antics, Chuck tries to get him disbarred. During the hearing, he laments about how despicable his brother is, and ntwiles describes his rant as “such a quotable piece of dialogue.”
The former HHM’s partner’s metaphorical outburst reflects both his disdain and regret. Given how cunning a lawyer Jimmy has grown to be, Chuck wishes he would never have helped him by getting him out of jail and giving him a job at the company. Most importantly, he simply hates Jimmy and considers him unworthy to be a lawyer because he has never been disciplined in his life.
When Mike Recalls His Relationship With His Son
“He Put Me On A Pedestal. And I Had To Show Him That I Was Down In The Gutter With The Rest Of Em.”
Mike has always been remorseful about the fact that he influenced his son Matty to become a dirty cop. BasedViva says that the moment he says the lines above is “when the eyes start watering up.”
Mike feels he let down his son by leading him to a path of destruction. He also rues past events because his decision was initially born out of good intentions. He figured Marry would be safer if he worked with other dirty cops rather than be against them. Instead, his choice to be dirty got him killed.
When Nacho Chastises Pryce For Buying A Yellow Humvee
“It Looks Like A School Bus For 6-Year-Old Pimps.”
Pryce, a pharmaceutical company employee, gets rich when he starts stealing and selling prescription pills to one of Better Call Saul‘s best characters, Nacho. He shows up in a yellow Humvee for their next meeting and the Jurez cartel member isn’t impressed. About the quote, hexqueen says “I’ve always been partial to it.”
Nacho’s verbal jab at Pryce highlights the fact that the IT specialist doesn’t realize how important discretion is in the underworld. Purchasing a bright-looking expensive vehicle is guaranteed to attract the authorities. It’s something Mike also reminds him of during their next encounter.
When Kim Rubbishes Jimmy’s Vow To Quit His Job
“You Don’t Save Me. I Save Me.”
When Kim is punished by being sent to work in the mail room, Jimmy figures it’s all happening because Chuck wants to get at him so he vows to quit his job at Davis & Main. However, Kim opposes the idea and Ok-Significance9122 thinks her quote is “the best one of all.”
Kim has always been a symbol of independence and hard work. She doesn’t believe it’s up to Jimmy to try to get her out of the current mess she is in, even though it’s actually related to him. She is confident that given how competent she has always been, she will find her way back to the top without relying on his sacrifices. Still, fans can’t help but be awed by both Jimmy’s sacrifice and Kim’s offer to clean up the mess on her own. It’s moments like these show why Kim and Jimmy are perfect for each other.
When Jimmy Reacts To The Skaters Trying To Scam
“The Only Way That Car Is Worth $500 Is If There’s A $300 H***r In It.”
In the pilot, Jimmy hits a skater, who together with his friend, demands $500 as compensation. Jimmy doesn’t think his car is valuable enough for him to pay that amount. And JKroll34 agrees with his words, writing, “Yup! This one.”
Jimmy’s first car is an old 1998 Suzuki Esteem and given how old it is, Jimmy feels the youngsters are foolish to try to scam someone like him. At that point in his life, he is still a struggling lawyer, Nonetheless, in classic Jimmy fashion, he takes advantage of the opportunity and offers to teach them how to scam in a more effective manner.
When Gus Explains Why He Won’t Kill Hector
“A Bullet To The Head Would Have Been Far Too Humane.”
Mike once tries to kill Hector but Gus stops him, explaining that he has also refrained from doing so because he wants the man to suffer first. Redditor sunburntred says “Fring’s code of morality is truly a unique one.”
Gus is justified in wanting to make Hector suffer because the Juarez cartel member mercilessly killed the Los Pollos Hermanos owner’s first ever business partner, Max. He prefers a situation where Hector remains in a state of hopelessness and powerlessness. And in the prequel show, all ends well but in Breaking Bad, Gus comes to regret it.
When Howard Knocks Out Jimmy
“You’ve Mistaken My Kindness For Weakness.”
Howard emerges the victor when he and Jimmy decide to settle their lengthy feud with a boxing match. Redditor unforeseenwhistle likes how Howard boasts after knocking Jimmy, describing it as “my favorite quote.”
Uppercutting Jimmy is unquestionably Howard’s biggest win over a rival that dedicates most of his life to tormenting him. It’s the only moment that Howard gets to appear badass but sadly for him, the victory only adds fuel to Jimmy’s flames of pettiness. And the rivalry ends rather tragically for Howard.
When Lalo Orders Jimmy To Repeat His Desert Story
“I Paid A Lot Of Money For That Story. I Think I Should Be Able To Hear It As Much As I Want.”
CTKShadow is intrigued by how Lalo “calls out the BS.” During the scene, Lalo shows up demanding to know what happened when Jimmy went to the desert to collect his $7 million bail money.
Kim and Jimmy are eager for Lalo to leave so they can feel safe again but the drug lord’s instinct tells him the two are lying so he makes Jimmy repeat the same story again and again. And he reasons he has every right to hear it since there was a lot of money involved. Luckily, Kim manages to save the situation by standing up for Jimmy.
When Chuck Rejects Jimmy’s Plea For A Truce.”
“The Truth Is You’ve Never Mattered All That Much To Me.”
The night before Chuck’s death, Jimmy tries to make amends with him but Chuck refuses. Redditor rey0505 feels Chuck’s words are “something like Walt’s ‘I am the danger.'”
The decision by Chuck to put down Jimmy is undoubtedly one of the most questionable life choices in Better Call Saul. That’s because Jimmy had really taken good care of him when he was ill. And the Redditor compares Chuck’s reaction to what Walter White did when Skyler tried to make sure he was safe. The words also carry much weight because it’s one of two times that Chuck really opens up about how he feels about Jimmy.
When Jimmy Reacts To Howard’s Job Offer
“I’m So Far Beyond You, I’m Like A God In Human Clothing. Lightning Bolts Shoot From My Fingertips!”
Soon after Chuck’s death, Howard offers Jimmy a job at HHM, something the sleazy lawyer takes as an insult, so he fires back. The RossTaman loves the rant so much, confessing, “I pretty much fit this into a conversation at least once a day.”
It’s yet another brilliant moment in Jimmy and Howard’s feud. Jimmy’s rant is inspired by the act that when he really wanted a job at HHM, Howard couldn’t give it to him. The only reason he is now making an offer is that he feels guilty about Chuck’s death. And Jimmy isn’t willing to entertain that.
