Better Call Saul Presents: Slippin' Jimmy
Better Call Saul Presents: Slippin' Jimmy

Better Call Saul Presents: Slippin' Jimmy

2022TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

The misadventures of a young Jimmy McGill and his childhood friends in Chicago, Illinois. Told in the style of classic 70s-era cartoons, each episode is an ode to a specific movie genre — from spaghetti westerns and Buster Keaton to The Exorcist.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: A show with multiple directors, including initially Vince Gilligan and Peter GouldGenres: Crime, Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

This animated series delves into the formative years of Jimmy McGill, exploring his early misadventures and scams prior to his transformation into the morally flexible lawyer Saul Goodman. It showcases his attempts to make a name for himself in the criminal underworld and his interactions with a colorful cast of characters. The series often uses a humorous and episodic approach to depict Jimmy's journey.

Critical Reception

As an animated prequel short series focusing on a specific character's past, 'Slippin' Jimmy' received a generally positive, albeit more niche, reception compared to its live-action predecessors. Critics often lauded its humor and its effective expansion of the 'Breaking Bad' universe, though some noted its lighter tone and episodic nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humor and creative animation style.
  • Appreciated by fans for providing further insight into the character of Jimmy McGill.
  • Seen as a fun, albeit less substantial, addition to the 'Breaking Bad' franchise.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Slippin' Jimmy' is not widely aggregated on Google Reviews. However, fan discussions often highlight the series' comedic elements and its value as a supplemental piece for dedicated followers of the 'Better Call Saul' and 'Breaking Bad' narratives.

Fun Fact

The animated style of 'Slippin' Jimmy' was chosen to depict the more exaggerated and humorous early exploits of Jimmy McGill, distinguishing it visually from the gritty realism of 'Better Call Saul' and 'Breaking Bad'.

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