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Piñata

Summary While Jimmy dreams of Wexler-McGill, Kim makes a bold move; Mike puts a plan into motion for Gus. Our Take A slow-burn hour that spends most of its time watching Jimmy stew in phone-sales purgatory, and Rhea Seehorn quietly…

Quite a Ride

Summary Jimmy identifies a new market for his talents; Mike vets a potential partnership; Kim drives a hard bargain. Our Take A transitional hour that mostly works thanks to its flash-forward framing, even if the Mike subplot with the German…

Talk

Summary A restless Jimmy embarks on a new endeavor while Mike burns bridges; Kim pursues her bliss; Nacho tries to survive a turf war. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why Better…

Something Beautiful

Summary Jimmy puts a risky plan into motion; as alliances shift, Nacho finds himself in the crosshairs; Kim contemplates her future. Our Take A sturdy episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Breathe

Summary Jimmy seeks new employment; Gus navigates the fallout from Hector’s collapse; Kim endeavors to support Jimmy in the wake of Chuck’s death. Our Take A slow, deliberate hour that mostly works because of the small moments. Jimmy’s job interview…

Smoke

Summary Jimmy struggles to cope with Chuck’s tragic death; Mike ponders his role at Madrigal; Howard makes a startling confession. Our Take A tightly put together episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Lantern

Summary Kim takes time off; Jimmy tries to make amends; Nacho gambles with his future; Hamlin pushes Chuck to make a decision. Our Take This one earns its reputation: tight writing, real stakes, and a payoff that lands. Peak Better…

Fall

Summary Jimmy visits a friend and takes up an old pastime; Chuck and Hamlin argue over the future of the firm; Kim faces challenges. Our Take A well made episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

Slip

Summary Jimmy is pushed to do or die measures; Nacho picks up a skill; Mike explores an alliance; Kim stands up to Hamlin. Our Take Slip” is a slow burn that mostly works because the character work is so strong.…

Expenses

Summary Jimmy tries to settle debts; Nacho reunites with an acquaintance; Mike helps Stacey with a project and makes a connection. Our Take A quieter hour that mostly works because the character stuff is strong, even if the pace crawls.…