Vince Gilligan, renowned for his work on Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, has been dropping subtle hints about his upcoming sci-fi series for over two years, but details remain largely under wraps. What is known so far is that the show will bring Gilligan back together with Rhea Seehorn, who gained widespread acclaim for her portrayal of Kim Wexler in Better Call Saul. Though the series’ title and specifics are still unknown, the collaboration between Gilligan and Seehorn promises to be one of the most exciting television events on the horizon.
The highly anticipated project made waves this weekend when Gilligan received the WGA’s Paddy Chayefsky Laurel Award from Seehorn herself. In the midst of their celebration, Gilligan took the opportunity to share a glimpse of what’s to come, teasing elements of the Apple TV+ series, which has drawn comparisons to the beloved E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. He expressed his admiration for Seehorn, revealing that he had written the role specifically for her. “She’s such a pleasure to work with, I created this new show for her,” Gilligan said. “I’m excited for audiences to see Rhea play a very different character than the one she portrayed in Better Call Saul… She plays someone who’s trying very hard to be good—a bit of a damaged hero, but a hero nonetheless.” Gilligan went on to praise Seehorn’s warmth and talent, emphasizing how much he values their professional relationship.
Seehorn, who was cast in the series back in 2022, also offered her own insight into the project, fueling further anticipation. “I can’t wait for it to come out,” Seehorn said. “Some of the things audiences loved about Vince’s writing—rich characters, genre-bending, and humor injected into dark moments—are pushed to the limit in this new show. It’s thought-provoking, sometimes upsetting, but also incredibly funny. It really swings for the fences. I had so much fun.”
While the exact release date for the series remains a mystery, the collaboration between Gilligan and Seehorn, combined with Apple TV+’s reputation for producing top-tier content, has made this sci-fi project one of the most eagerly awaited shows of the coming years. With Gilligan’s proven track record of crafting deeply engaging, character-driven stories, this new venture is poised to capture the attention of both Better Call Saul fans and newcomers alike.
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