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Gus Fring is a fictional character portrayed by Giancarlo Esposito in the TV series Better Call Saul.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Witness (season 3), they were 58 years old.
They appear in 38 episodes out of a total of 63 aired and have accumulated 44575 positive votes.
The character of Gus Fring is mainly associated with Mike Ehrmantraut, Nacho Varga and Lalo Salamanca.

Gus Fring

by Giancarlo Esposito

character

Episodes38

  • 9
    /10

    Witness

    episode S3.E2 april 2017
    Jimmy and Kim hire an assistant; Mike seeks out a mysterious acquaintance; and Chuck uses the law to gain an advantage over Jimmy.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Sunk Costs

    episode S3.E3 april 2017
    Jimmy decides to represent a new client, much to Kim's dismay. Meanwhile, Mike meets a formidable ally who presents him an enticing offer.
  • 8.9
    /10

    Sabrosito

    episode S3.E4 may 2017
    Jimmy calls in a favor from Mike. Meanwhile, new complications disrupt the Salamancas' business; and Chuck and Jimmy struggle to compromise.
  • 9.7
    /10

    Chicanery

    episode S3.E5 may 2017
    Kim and Jimmy face off with Chuck and Howard at the New Mexico Bar Association hearing.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Off Brand

    episode S3.E6 may 2017
    Jimmy is back in the commercial making business. Chuck pushes himself to the limit. Nacho finds himself ensnared in a power struggle.
  • 8.2
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    Expenses

    episode S3.E7 may 2017
    Jimmy tries to settle his debts. Nacho reunites with an old acquaintance. Mike helps Stacey with a project and makes a meaningful connection.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Slip

    episode S3.E8 june 2017
    Jimmy is pushed to desperate measures. Nacho picks up a skill and Mike explores an alliance. Kim stands up to Hamlin.
  • 8.8
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    Fall

    episode S3.E9 june 2017
    Jimmy visits Irene at Sandpiper Crossing to see how the class action lawsuit is going; Chuck and Howard spar over the future of the firm; and Kim faces challenges after deciding to take on a new client.
  • 9.2
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    Lantern

    episode S3.E10 june 2017
    Kim resolves to take some time off from work, while Jimmy does his best to make amends; Nacho takes a major gamble with his future; Hamlin applies pressure on Chuck to finally make a decision.
  • 8.2
    /10

    Smoke

    episode S4.E1 august 2018
    Jimmy struggles to cope with Chuck's tragic incident. Mike ponders his role at Madrigal. Howard makes a startling confession.
  • 8.8
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    Breathe

    episode S4.E2 august 2018
    Jimmy seeks new employment. Gus navigates the fallout from Hector's collapse. Kim endeavors to support Jimmy in the wake of Chuck's death.
  • 8.4
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    Something Beautiful

    episode S4.E3 august 2018
    Jimmy puts a risky plan into motion; as alliances shift, Nacho finds himself in the crosshairs; Kim contemplates her future.
  • 8.2
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    Talk

    episode S4.E4 august 2018
    A restless Jimmy embarks on a new endeavor while Mike burns bridges; Kim pursues her bliss; Nacho tries to survive a turf war.
  • 8.5
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    Quite a Ride

    episode S4.E5 september 2018
    Jimmy identifies a new market for his talents; Mike vets a potential partnership; Kim drives a hard bargain.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Piñata

    episode S4.E6 september 2018
    While Jimmy daydreams about reconstituting Wexler-McGill, Kim sets out to secure her own future; Mike puts a plan into motion for Gus.
  • 8.3
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    Something Stupid

    episode S4.E7 september 2018
    Jimmy runs into a problem as he expands his business that only Kim can solve. Gus gets involved in Hector's medical care. Mike has to deal with a setback.
  • 8.8
    /10

    Coushatta

    episode S4.E8 september 2018
    Jimmy goes to great lengths to right a wrong, as Kim pulls out all the stops for a case; Mike lets his team blow off steam; Nacho receives a visitor.
  • 9.1
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    Wiedersehen

    episode S4.E9 october 2018
    Jimmy attends his reinstatement hearing at the Bar Association; Nacho is forced to make the rounds with Lalo; Mike has cause to worry.
  • 9.5
    /10

    Winner

    episode S4.E10 october 2018
    Lalo tails Mike as he attempts to track down Werner; Jimmy and Kim invoke the memory of Chuck for the Bar Association appeal hearing.
  • 8.7
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    Magic Man

    episode S5.E1 february 2020
    Lalo searches for the mysterious Michael. Now doing business as Saul Goodman, Jimmy unveils an unorthodox strategy that tests Kim's tolerance.
  • 8.7
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    50% Off

    episode S5.E2 february 2020
    Jimmy's promotional stunt has unintended consequences. Nacho takes extreme measures to earn Lalo's trust. Saul is a success at the courthouse, but still has yet to win Kim over. Simmering with rage and self-loathing, Mike loses his temper.
  • 9
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    The Guy for This

    episode S5.E3 march 2020
    Jimmy's business enters uncharted territory. Kim's confidence is tested when she's faced with a legal problem only she can solve. Nacho navigates increased pressure from Gus. Mike continues to spiral.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Namaste

    episode S5.E4 march 2020
    As Jimmy doubles down on "Saul Goodman", a deeply conflicted Kim brings him an interesting proposition. Gus makes a sacrifice in order to play the long game. Mike attempts to smooth things over with his family.
  • 8.5
    /10

    Dedicado a Max

    episode S5.E5 march 2020
    As she and Jimmy grow closer over their campaign to help a client, Kim makes a surprising call; Mike is restless during his out-of-town recuperation.
  • 9.3
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    Wexler v. Goodman

    episode S5.E6 march 2020
    Kim has a change of heart, but Saul is determined to stick it to Mesa Verde; Mike turns the heat up on Lalo; Nacho attempts to enlist support from above.
  • 9
    /10

    JMM

    episode S5.E7 march 2020
    Jimmy and Kim build a legal firewall with help from Huell; Kim sets things straight with her clients as Jimmy is compromised by his; Gus calms troubled waters in service of his plot to build an empire; Mike does damage control.
  • 9.7
    /10

    Bagman

    episode S5.E8 april 2020
    When a simple errand for a client goes sideways, Jimmy is pushed to the limit; Mike takes measures to contain the wrath of the cartel; Lalo gets an unexpected visitor.
  • 9.7
    /10

    Bad Choice Road

    episode S5.E9 april 2020
    In the wake of Jimmy's traumatic misadventure, Kim takes stock of what is important; Jimmy attempts to return to business as usual, but it's more difficult than anticipated; Gus and Mike set a plan in motion.
  • 9.4
    /10

    Something Unforgivable

    episode S5.E10 april 2020
    Jimmy and Kim make a sideways move that takes a serious turn; Nacho gets closer to the cartel than he'd like.
  • 8.7
    /10

    Wine and Roses

    episode S6.E1 april 2022
    Nacho runs for his life. Saul and Kim hatch a plan to mess with Howard. Mike questions his allegiances.
  • 9.1
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    Carrot and Stick

    episode S6.E2 april 2022
    Kim and Saul enlist some familiar faces in their scheme to get Howard. Harsh realities dawn on Nacho. Gus investigates his suspicions.
  • 9.7
    /10

    Rock and Hard Place

    episode S6.E3 april 2022
    Still on the run, Nacho is forced to choose where his loyalties lie. Saul must decide whether he wants to remain a "friend of the cartel" after his reputation is called into question. Gus and Mike ready the team for a meet.
  • 8.6
    /10

    Hit and Run

    episode S6.E4 may 2022
    Despite assurances from the cartel, Gus takes extreme measures to protect himself against looming threats. Kim and Saul enlist the help of a local pro to put on a show for Cliff Main. Howard seeks outside counsel.
  • 8.1
    /10

    Black and Blue

    episode S6.E5 may 2022
    While business booms for Jimmy, the vise tightens on the cat-and-mouse game between Gus and Lalo.
  • 8.2
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    Axe and Grind

    episode S6.E6 may 2022
    Kim and Jimmy enlist a knowledgeable contact; Howard scrutinizes Jimmy's business practices.
  • 9.9
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    Plan and Execution

    episode S6.E7 may 2022
    Jimmy and Kim deal with a last-minute snag in their plan; Lalo is forced to make an unexpected move.
  • 9.7
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    Point and Shoot

    episode S6.E8 july 2022
    An unexpected visitor forces Jimmy and Kim to face the consequences of their actions.
  • 9.4
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    Fun and Games

    episode S6.E9 july 2022
    Gus attempts to smooth things over with the cartel while Mike ties up loose ends as Jimmy and Kim deal with the repercussions of their actions.

Best moments10

  • 8.9
    /10
    33% of the votes

    Sabrosito

    episode S3.E4 may 2017
    Jimmy calls in a favor from Mike. Meanwhile, new complications disrupt the Salamancas' business; and Chuck and Jimmy struggle to compromise.
  • 9.7
    /10
    25% of the votes

    Point and Shoot

    episode S6.E8 july 2022
    An unexpected visitor forces Jimmy and Kim to face the consequences of their actions.
  • 9
    /10
    24% of the votes

    Witness

    episode S3.E2 april 2017
    Jimmy and Kim hire an assistant; Mike seeks out a mysterious acquaintance; and Chuck uses the law to gain an advantage over Jimmy.
  • 8.8
    /10
    20% of the votes

    Breathe

    episode S4.E2 august 2018
    Jimmy seeks new employment. Gus navigates the fallout from Hector's collapse. Kim endeavors to support Jimmy in the wake of Chuck's death.
  • 8.4
    /10
    14% of the votes

    Sunk Costs

    episode S3.E3 april 2017
    Jimmy decides to represent a new client, much to Kim's dismay. Meanwhile, Mike meets a formidable ally who presents him an enticing offer.
  • 8.5
    /10
    8% of the votes

    Piñata

    episode S4.E6 september 2018
    While Jimmy daydreams about reconstituting Wexler-McGill, Kim sets out to secure her own future; Mike puts a plan into motion for Gus.
  • 8.4
    /10
    7% of the votes

    Something Beautiful

    episode S4.E3 august 2018
    Jimmy puts a risky plan into motion; as alliances shift, Nacho finds himself in the crosshairs; Kim contemplates her future.
  • 9
    /10
    5% of the votes

    JMM

    episode S5.E7 march 2020
    Jimmy and Kim build a legal firewall with help from Huell; Kim sets things straight with her clients as Jimmy is compromised by his; Gus calms troubled waters in service of his plot to build an empire; Mike does damage control.
  • 8.3
    /10
    5% of the votes

    Something Stupid

    episode S4.E7 september 2018
    Jimmy runs into a problem as he expands his business that only Kim can solve. Gus gets involved in Hector's medical care. Mike has to deal with a setback.
  • 8.5
    /10
    3% of the votes

    Dedicado a Max

    episode S5.E5 march 2020
    As she and Jimmy grow closer over their campaign to help a client, Kim makes a surprising call; Mike is restless during his out-of-town recuperation.

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