The Surprising Condition Bryan Cranston Demands for a Walter White Comeback
Bryan Cranston reconsiders his stance on reprising his iconic role as Walter White in Breaking Bad, hinting at a potential return Find out the condition that could bring back the beloved character
Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston has reconsidered his previous statement about retiring the character of Walter White, indicating that there is still a possibility of him portraying the role in the future. The critically acclaimed series, created by Vince Gilligan, originally premiered in 2008 on AMC and concluded in 2013 after five seasons. Since the show's finale, both Cranston and Aaron Paul, who played Jesse Pinkman, have made appearances as their respective characters in El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, Better Call Saul, and even a PopCorners Super Bowl advertisement.
In an interview with Awards Radar, Cranston now reveals that he would be open to reprising the role of Walt. However, he emphasizes that certain criteria would need to be met for this to happen. To hear Cranston's full statement, you can either read the provided comment or watch the video interview (relevant section begins at 37:51).
I would never underestimate Vince Gilligan. When we wrapped up Breaking Bad ten years ago, I believed it was the end. But then came El Camino, and I found myself reprising the role of Walter White once again. And then came Better Call Saul, and I thought, "Sure, I'll be a part of it too." Even the Pop Corners commercial was a fun opportunity to work together.
So now, I wouldn't be wise to declare that we are completely finished. I can only say that there are no immediate plans and both Vince and I are not motivated by financial gain. We want to respect that. However, if Vince were to come up with a mind-blowing idea that excites me just as much, then I would definitely consider it.
"It is a rare occurrence to experience an overwhelming 'OH MY GOD' reaction when coming across a pitch, whether in written or spoken form. When something leaves you stunned and astonished, it demands your attention. Therefore, if such a reaction were to ever occur, I would certainly lend an ear."
Bringing back Walt and Jesse multiple times after the highly acclaimed Breaking Bad finale was a risky move. The fear was that their subsequent appearances may diminish the impact of their original sendoffs or even tarnish the legacy of the show.
Walt and Jesse's appearances in the post-Breaking Bad era have consistently been either surprisingly impactful or endearingly delightful. However, it seems that Cranston's previous remarks about permanently retiring Walt may have been accurate. The finale of Better Call Saul successfully achieved the seemingly impossible task of concluding its protagonist's story while also serving as a significant conclusion to the overarching Breaking Bad narrative. Nonetheless, Cranston's observations regarding Gilligan do hold merit, and if anyone can create a satisfying return for these iconic characters, it is him.
Source: Awards Radar
