Rhea Seehorn Teases Exciting Future for Kim on Better Call Saul

Summary

Rhea Seehorn, who played Kim Wexler in Better Call Saul, is open to reprising her role in the future because of the depth and complexity of the character.

Playing Kim has allowed Seehorn to acquire valuable insights and she greatly cherishes the chance to expand her acting skills and personal development throughout a span of seven years.

The character of Kim has deeply touched the hearts of fans, and Seehorn acknowledges the significance of the audience's emotional connection to her. Often, they become her character's trustworthy allies during poignant scenes.

Better Call Saul star Rhea Seehorn is keen on returning as Kim Wexler. Introduced in the first season of Better Call Saul, Kim was a fresh addition to the series, unrelated to or mentioned in Breaking Bad. Despite being a new face, Kim quickly became a fan-favorite character, receiving more focus and development than any other character in the show, aside from Jimmy McGill/Saul Goodman. As a lawyer, Kim showcased her intelligence, ambition, loyalty, and compassion, making her a captivating presence on screen.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter conducted before the SAG-AFTRA strike, Seehorn shared her experience portraying Kim, what she gained from the character, and why she is open to reprising the role in the future. The conversation occurred after Seehorn's well-deserved Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, honoring her stellar performance in Better Call Saul season 6. Read Seehorn's insightful comments below:

"I will always remember her, there's no doubt about that. Hopefully, there will come a time when I can revisit these characters again. It was an incredible experience to portray a single character for seven years, and the freedom to explore and grow through the layers and nuances they provided us with—it truly made her feel like a fully developed human being. There are aspects of her that, both as an actor and as a person, I'm still trying to learn from, even if I haven't quite mastered them yet. Unlike her, I lack the ability to keep a straight face. I wish I could overcome my nervousness and embrace silence more confidently. It meant a lot to me to meet fans who had a deep connection with Kim, and it made me realize that they often serve as her closest confidants in certain scenes, since she keeps her thoughts hidden from others in the room."

Should The Breaking Bad Franchise Continue?

Contrary to most spinoffs, Better Call Saul and the spinoff movie El Camino manage to live up to the celebrated original series Breaking Bad. Not only do they hold their own in terms of being just as captivating, but they also deliver three distinct and remarkable conclusions. Rhea Seehorn's portrayal of Kim, a character with remarkable depth, plays a crucial role in the success of Better Call Saul. While it would be exciting to witness Seehorn's performance as Kim once again, it is ultimately in the best interest of the Breaking Bad franchise to refrain from continuing.

The Breaking Bad finale served as a satisfying conclusion for Walter White's story while leaving room for potential spinoffs involving other characters like Jesse Pinkman, Saul Goodman, Mike Ehrmantraut, and Gustavo Fring. El Camino provided a fitting ending for Jesse, while Better Call Saul effectively functioned as a prequel and sequel for Mike, Gus, and Saul. Additionally, Better Call Saul gave a fulfilling conclusion to its original characters including Kim, Chuck, Howard, Nacho, and Lalo.

The conclusion of Better Call Saul felt like a rewarding ending for the entire Breaking Bad universe. All the major characters were given thorough exploration and proper closures. The only remaining enticing possibility is a spinoff centered around a young Gus Fring, but without Giancarlo Esposito, exploring such a series would be unappealing. The franchise has achieved great success three times, a rare achievement for most franchises. There is no need to risk diminishing that success when Better Call Saul has already given Kim and the entire Breaking Bad universe a perfect farewell.

Source: THR