The Surprising Ending to Better Call Saul: Insights into Jimmy & Kim's Actors' Discord
Bob Odenkirk and Rhea Seehorn, stars of Better Call Saul, hold contrasting views on the show's ending Discover why their differing opinions add depth to the narrative Odenkirk's theory on how the series concludes is likely to be accurate
The conclusion of Better Call Saul was extremely satisfying, but the uncertain outcome has resulted in disagreement among the show's actors. Better Call Saul follows the life of lawyer Saul Goodman before and after the events of Breaking Bad, which is widely acclaimed as one of the greatest crime series ever made. Remarkably, Better Call Saul rivals Breaking Bad, but there is one significant difference. Unlike Breaking Bad, which neatly concludes every character arc, Better Call Saul ends in a somewhat ambiguous manner.
In the final moments of Better Call Saul, Jimmy is sentenced to 86 years in prison for his association with Heisenberg. While working in the prison kitchen, Jimmy receives a visit from Kim, who pretends to be his lawyer. They share a cigarette, reminiscent of their meeting in the pilot episode, creating a sense of finality. However, whether Kim and Jimmy will see each other again remains uncertain, and even the actors, Odenkirk and Seehorn, hold contrasting views on the matter.
Bob Odenkirk & Rhea Seehorn Disagree Over BCS' Ending (& That's The Point)
Bob Odenkirk and Rhea Seehorn hold contrasting views on the outcome of Better Call Saul. Seehorn is of the opinion that Jimmy and Kim reconcile, although she acknowledges that Kim wouldn't be the same person she once was. She also suggests that Kim may find a way to lessen Jimmy's sentence. On the other hand, Odenkirk believes that the two characters never cross paths again, describing their relationship as a farewell. While the question of whether Jimmy and Kim reunite remains unanswered, this divergence of opinions among viewers is deliberately intended. Just as the writers left Jesse's fate open to interpretation in El Camino, they purposely created an ambiguous ending for Better Call Saul. The audience is free to interpret the ending according to their own desires. Although some viewers may desire a more conclusive ending, a definitive resolution would diminish the satisfaction and extensive discussions generated by the show's conclusion. Additionally, it would not align as well with the show's realistic and heart-wrenching themes, which have consistently existed alongside moments of fantasy throughout Better Call Saul.
Bob Odenkirk's Better Call Saul Ending Theory Is Probably Right
The ultimate outcome is that Jimmy and Kim cannot reunite outside of prison due to Jimmy's lengthy 86-year sentence in the Better Call Saul finale. Seehorn's suggestion of reducing his prison time is impractical since Jimmy confessed to all charges in court, leaving no viable means to diminish his sentence. Even if his sentence were halved, Jimmy would still remain incarcerated until his 90s. Tragically, Jimmy is almost certain to face death in prison. Kim would have to impersonate a lawyer in order to visit him, but this is impossible as she no longer wishes to engage in illegal activities or schemes. Furthermore, Kim's initial success in this deception would eventually attract suspicion, jeopardizing both herself and Jimmy. This could potentially lead to Kim's own imprisonment, a situation she narrowly evaded during Better Call Saul season 6.
Taking all of the above into consideration, it seems likely that Odenkirk is correct in his assessment of Better Call Saul's ending. It is probable that Kim's ultimate plan involves pretending to be Jimmy's lawyer, and the meaningful exchange between the two characters symbolizes a definitive farewell. This decision may be in the best interest of both individuals, as their relationship tends to encourage risky behavior and harmful pranks. Additionally, the pain they experience when interacting will only increase, knowing that Jimmy will never truly be free. These valid reasons explain why Kim chose to distance herself successfully from Jimmy before the conclusion of Better Call Saul.
Naturally, not everyone may agree with this interpretation of the finale. Better Call Saul intentionally leaves Jimmy and Kim's futures open-ended. Although the series does not leave much room for sequels or spinoffs, it allows the audience to approach it with an open mind. This is precisely why Odenkirk and Reehorn have their own beliefs regarding the characters' paths. While Odenkirk's perspective may appear more realistic for Jimmy and Kim, anything is possible in the realm of the Breaking Bad universe.
Source: Vulture
