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Breaking Badalmost made a wild misstep, and even Vince Gilligan admits it. The show’s creator opened up about an original plot twist that would’ve changed everything: a major character was set to be killed off early in the series. Yep, you heard that right! Gilligan called the idea a “colossal mistake,” and we’re all breathing a sigh of relief that it never happened.
Imagine theBreaking Baduniverse without one of its key players—it’s hard to picture, right? Thankfully, Gilligan had a change of heart, and the show went on to become the TV masterpiece we know and love today. So, which character was almost sent packing way too soon? Let’s just say, we dodged a bullet.
How a Writers’ Strike Saved Jesse Pinkman andBreaking Badfrom a Huge Mistake
Breaking Badcould have taken a completely different direction ifVince Gilligan’s original plan had stuck. The show’s creator recently confessed that he almost made a “colossal mistake” by killing off one of the series’ most beloved characters—Jesse Pinkman. Yep. Jesse, played byAaron Paul, was supposed to be a goner by the end of the first season. Fortunately for fans (and for the show’s success), that never happened.
So, why the sudden change of heart? Gilligan credits the 2007–08 Writers Guild of America strike for the much-needed twist of fate. Initially, AMC ordered nine episodes, but the strike forced them to settle for seven. With less time to build up to Jesse’s death, the idea was scrapped.
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The shortened season turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Aaron Paul’s powerful performance also played a huge role in saving Jesse. Gilligan noted that Paul’s talent and the way he embodied the character convinced the writers that axing him would have been a“huge, colossal mistake.”He alluded:
Everybody realized his talent, how good Paul is, and a pleasure to work with. It became pretty clear early on that it would be a huge, colossal mistake to kill off Jesse.
Had Jesse been killed off,Breaking Badwould have lost one of its most dynamic relationships. His connection with Walter White evolved into a cornerstone of the series, adding layers to the plot’s moral and emotional complexity. And let’s not forget Hank Schrader, who was also on the chopping block. Thankfully, both characters made it through, becoming fan favorites.
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In the end, the strike savedBreaking Badfrom a massive misstep. Jesse stayed, Hank thrived, and the show went on to become the iconic, twist-filled drama we all know and love.
A Fan’s Explosive Twist onBreaking Bad’sFinal Moments
Breaking Badis often hailed as the pinnacle of TV perfection, but one fan thinks its iconic ending could’ve been a little more… explosive.Fans proposed an alternate endingwhere, in his final moments, Walter White decides to try his infamous blue meth for the first time. Picture this: instead of quietly succumbing to his injuries in theFelinafinale, Walt smokes a hit, embracing his meth empire one last time.
While undeniably badass, this fan-made twist would’ve changed the restrained tone Vince Gilligan and his team spent five seasons crafting. The original ending delivered a powerful, Shakespearean end to Walter’s tragic descent — the perfect final breath for a character who’s been on the edge.
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Breaking Badis available to watch onApple TV.
Heena Singh
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
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