Vince Gilligan

Vince Gilligan has made significant contributions to the world of television and film, most notably as the creator, primary writer, executive producer, and occasional director of the popular AMC crime drama series "Breaking Bad" and its spin-off prequel series "Better Call Saul." His early work includes contributions to the Fox science fiction series "The X-Files" and co-creation of its spin-off series "The Lone Gunmen." He also co-wrote the screenplay for the superhero film "Hancock" and wrote, directed, and produced the "Breaking Bad" sequel film "El Camino."

Gilligan has been recognized with numerous awards for his work, including four Primetime Emmy Awards, six Writers Guild of America Awards, and a Directors Guild of America Award. He has also been honored with two Critics' Choice Television Awards, two Producers Guild of America Awards, and a BAFTA Television Award. In 2018, he signed a three-year deal with Sony TV, renewed in 2021 through his High Bridge Productions company. His latest television series, "Pluribus," a science fiction drama, premiered on Apple TV in 2025.

In addition to his work on "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul," Gilligan created and co-wrote the series "Battle Creek" with David Shore. He made guest appearances in TV shows such as "Community" and "American Dad!"