Bob Odenkirk’s 2021 Heart Attack Nearly Ended ‘Better Call Saul’

The show’s creators considered abandoning the series after the lead actor’s medical emergency during filming of the final season.

Bob Odenkirk suffered a severe heart attack in July 2021 while filming the eighth episode of the final season of 'Better Call Saul.'
Co-creator Peter Gould revealed that the production team initially contemplated canceling the show due to uncertainty about Odenkirk’s recovery.
Odenkirk’s co-stars and crew acted quickly to get him medical attention, which likely saved his life.
The actor made a remarkable recovery and returned to set, with production schedules adjusted to prioritize his health.
The series concluded as planned, earning critical acclaim for its storytelling and character arcs.