A debate has been started over what Better Call Saul's most iconic frame is, and here are 10 shots that we think could be "the frame." Better Call Saul is the beloved spin-off of Breaking Bad, meaning that both shows share similar critical acclaim as well as similar meme status. Much like Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul is subject to all kinds of memes, meaning that there has to be one shot that matches up with "the frame" from Breaking Bad.
Breaking Bad is both a comedy and a drama, with the Breaking Bad fandom using this juxtaposition to meme the show into oblivion. As was pointed out by this viral post on Twitter, "the frame" in Breaking Bad comes from season 5, episode 14, "Ozymandias," in which Walter White falls to his knees after the death of Hank. This iconic frame is not only the dramatic climax of the series but it has also been recontextualized online as a meme that can be used for all kinds of different jokes. Better Call Saul has to have a frame that fits these criteria, and here are the 10 best candidates.
10 Jimmy & Kim Standing In Prison
One of Better Call Saul's last scenes sees Kim Wexler visiting Jimmy McGill in prison in the post-Breaking Bad timeline. The two are sharing a cigarette while standing in a beam of light, continuing a motif that can be seen all throughout Better Call Saul. Much like the shot from "Ozymandias," this frame is beautifully composed and is also at one of the highest points of drama in the series. While this frame is well-remembered, its meme status isn't as iconic as the shot from "Ozymandias," which holds it back from being "the frame."
9 Jimmy McGill Yelling At Howard Hamlin
Another contender from Better Call Saul comes from the tracking shot in which Jimmy is ranting at Howard Hamlin. This hilarious monologue from Jimmy McGill made the scene instantly memorable, with the comedic context making the frame a frequent subject of memes. While it matches the "Ozymandias" shot in this regard, this scene isn't as dramatic as Hank's death, making the juxtaposition of the memes a little less humorous.
8 Jimmy's "It's All Good Man" Quote
In a moment that signifies Jimmy McGill's transformation into Saul Goodman, Jimmy turns around, points two fingers at the camera, and says "It's all good man." This is one of the most memorable quotes from Better Call Saul, and the frame is just as memorable as its dialogue. This frame is a frequent reaction image online, although it doesn't have as great of a variety of uses as the "Ozymandias" frame. While this frame does a significant meaning, it's not incredibly dramatic on its face either.
7 Saul Goodman Leaning Forward In Court
During one of Jimmy McGill's court cases in Better Call Saul, he leans forward while defending his client. Although this pose is almost unnoticeable in the context of the episode, it has actually become one of the most memed frames from the series. For whatever reason, Jimmy's pose in this shot has been found humorous by the online community, leading to edited versions of it being frequently posted. Due to how hilarious it is, this frame is one of the contenders for the coveted title of "the frame" in Better Call Saul.
6 Saul Goodman Sitting At His Desk
Saul Goodman sitting at his desk in Better Call Saul is one of the most iconic shots from the series, as it signals the biggest jump in Jimmy's transformation yet. Due to the shot being frequently used in association with the show, it quickly became iconic. The shot features Saul Goodman's iconic office, which also helps the frame be even more memorable. Although it may not be as funny, when it comes to being iconic, this shot is close to the top.
5 Jimmy Looking Through The Prison Gate
As Kim is walking away from the prison in Better Call Saul, Jimmy can be seen looking at her from behind the prison gate. This tragic shot is actually from the final scene in Better Call Saul, with it being the last time Jimmy is ever seen. Upon the finale's release, this shot became instantly iconic, with Jimmy's finger guns adding to its meme status. Due to how heavily it ties into the resolution of Better Call Saul, this prison gate shot is another great contender for "the frame."
4 Gene Takovic Watching The Saul Commercial
In the Gene Takovic timeline, one shot sees the black-and-white alias of Jimmy McGill having his glasses filled with the colorful reflection of the Better Call Saul commercial. This leads to one of the show's tensest scenes, but this frame has also become iconic and highly memed. Since it involves Gene watching something, this shot has been used in all kinds of different contexts, with it frequently being a reaction image. It is also gorgeously composed as well as immensely dramatic, putting it in the running for "the frame."
3 Howard Hamlin's Death
Howard Hamlin's death is one of the most shocking scenes in Better Call Saul, with the shot in which Lalo shoots Howard being well-remembered. This shot is incredibly similar to the "Ozymandias" shot due to both scenes revolving around the death of a major supporting character. On top of that, it also sees a character dramatically falling down. Howard Hamlin's death is one of the closest to the frame from "Ozymandias" in form, but it isn't used as a meme nearly as much.
2 Saul Goodman Peeking Around The Corner
Better Call Saul features a shot in which Saul Goodman is peeking around a corner, with his face reflecting off of the wall to create a hilarious visual. This frame was instantly beloved by fans of the series, with it being one of the most iconic images from the show. Even people that haven't watched Better Call Saul have probably encountered this image online, making it the runner-up for the title of "the frame" in Better Call Saul despite its lack of a dramatic purpose.
1 Chuck McGill's Chicanery Rant
While the previous nine entires are great contenders, "the frame" from Better Call Saul is undoubtedly from Chuck McGill's "chicanery" rant. This scene is the dramatic crux of Jimmy and Chuck's conflict, which is the thematic core of Better Call Saul, similar to the conflict between Hank and Walt. On top of that, this scene is constantly used as a meme, with it embodying deranged rants that are frequently seen online. The low-angle shot is beautifully composed as well, making the Better Call Saul frame perfectly match the criteria laid out in the shot from "Ozymandias."