The acclaimed Breaking Bad prequel charting a small-time lawyer’s slide into the crooked Saul Goodman was filmed – like its predecessor – in Albuquerque, New Mexico, whose sunbaked streets and strip malls became its whole world.
Where was Better Call Saul filmed?
Better Call Saul was filmed in and around Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Every Better Call Saul location, explained
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Jimmy’s world – Albuquerque
The lawyer’s world used the streets and strip malls of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Chuck’s house
Chuck McGill’s home used a real house in Albuquerque.
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The Cinnabon – the framing story
‘Gene’s’ Omaha Cinnabon used a mall in Albuquerque.
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The studios
Interiors were built at Albuquerque Studios.
Planning a visit
Albuquerque, New Mexico – the shared home of Better Call Saul and Breaking Bad – is a real, accessible desert city.
Better Call Saul Fun Facts
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Filmed in Albuquerque Like Breaking Bad, the series was shot in and around Albuquerque.
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A Breaking Bad prequel It charts how Jimmy McGill becomes Saul Goodman.
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The Cinnabon framing The story is framed by ‘Gene’ hiding out at an Omaha Cinnabon.
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Shared world Many Breaking Bad characters and places return.
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Critically adored The series is regarded as one of TV’s finest dramas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Better Call Saul filmed?
In and around Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Is it set in Albuquerque?
Yes – like Breaking Bad, it’s set and filmed in Albuquerque.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Albuquerque is accessible.
Is it a Breaking Bad prequel?
Yes – it follows Saul Goodman’s origins.
When did it start?
2015.
