Vince Gilligan
Biography
Vince Gilligan is an American screenwriter and filmmaker born on February 10, 1967, in Richmond, Virginia, USA. He is known for creating the AMC crime drama series Breaking Bad and its spin-off prequel series Better Call Saul, as well as writing, directing, and producing the Breaking Bad sequel film El Camino. Gilligan also worked on the Fox science fiction series The X-Files and co-created its spin-off series The Lone Gunmen, and co-wrote the screenplay for the superhero film Hancock. He has written and directed numerous episodes and has been involved in various other projects throughout his career.
Career overview
Vince Gilligan is a screenwriter and filmmaker. He is known for his work on the AMC crime drama series Breaking Bad and its spin-off prequel series Better Call Saul. Gilligan created, wrote, and executive produced Breaking Bad, which aired from 2008 to 2013. He also wrote, directed, and produced the Breaking Bad sequel film El Camino, released in 2019.
Gilligan's other notable work includes writing, directing, and producing episodes of the Fox science fiction series The X-Files, which aired from 1993 to 2002. He co-created the spin-off series The Lone Gunmen, which premiered in 2001. Additionally, Gilligan co-wrote the screenplay for the superhero film Hancock, released in 2008.
Throughout his career, Gilligan has demonstrated his versatility as a writer and filmmaker, working on a range of projects across different genres. His numerous credits include writing, directing, and producing for television and film, showcasing his ability to adapt to various formats and styles.
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59 titles- Saul Goodman America’s 250th (2026) Director
- Pluribus (2025) Executive Producer
- Pluribus (2025) Director
- Pluribus (2025) Writer
- Pluribus (2025) Creator
- Krapopolis (2023) as Prospector (voice)
- 'Tis the Season: The Holidays on Screen (2022) as Self
- Show Me More (2021) as Self - Director, Episode 602 / Executive Producer
- Show Me More (2021) as Self - Co-Creator / Executive Producer
- The Broken and the Bad (2020) Thanks
- El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019) Writer
- El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019) Director
- El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019) Producer
- What Just Happened??! with Fred Savage (2019) as Self
- The Road to El Camino: Behind the Scenes of El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (2019) as Self
- CinemAbility: The Art of Inclusion (2018) as Self
- Better Call Saul Employee Training (2017) Executive Producer
- The Nineties (2017) as Self
- Talking Saul (2016) as Self - Guest
- Better Call Saul (2015) Director
- Better Call Saul (2015) Executive Producer
- Better Call Saul (2015) Writer
- Better Call Saul (2015) Creator
- Battle Creek (2015) Writer
- Battle Creek (2015) Executive Producer
- Battle Creek (2015) Creator
- Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero (2014) as Axalon (voice)
- Talking Bad (2013) as Self
- No Half Measures: Creating the Final Season of Breaking Bad (2013) as Self
- The Writers' Room (2013) as Self - Creator
- Comedy Bang! Bang! (2012) as The Commissioner
- On Story (2011) as Self
- Community (2009) as Devon
- Breaking Bad (2008) Writer
- Breaking Bad (2008) Director
- Breaking Bad (2008) Executive Producer
- Breaking Bad (2008) Creator
- Hancock (2008) Screenplay
- American Dad! (2005) as Vince Gilligan (voice)
- The Colbert Report (2005) as Self - Guest
- Night Stalker (2005) Writer
- Defenders of Justice: The Story of The Lone Gunmen (2005) as Self
- MythBusters (2003) as Self
- MythBusters (2003)
- Robbery Homicide Division (2002) Writer
- The Lone Gunmen (2001) Writer
- The Lone Gunmen (2001) Executive Producer
- The Lone Gunmen (2001) Creator
- Harsh Realm (1999) Consulting Producer
- Home Fries (1998) Screenplay
- The X-Files (1993) Writer
- The X-Files (1993) Director
- The X-Files (1993) Co-Producer
- The X-Files (1993) Supervising Producer
- The X-Files (1993) Co-Executive Producer
- The X-Files (1993) Executive Producer
- The X-Files (1993) Creative Consultant
- Wilder Napalm (1993) Writer
- Hang 'Em Really High (1989) Assistant Camera
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Vince Gilligan best known for?
Vince Gilligan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Saul Goodman America’s 250th (2026), Pluribus (2025), Pluribus (2025), Pluribus (2025).
When and where was Vince Gilligan born?
Vince Gilligan was born on February 10, 1967 in Richmond, Virginia, USA.
How many credits does Vince Gilligan have?
Vince Gilligan has accumulated over 59 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2026.
What is Vince Gilligan's background in cinema and television?
Vince Gilligan is an American screenwriter and filmmaker born on February 10, 1967, in Richmond, Virginia, USA. He is known for creating the AMC crime drama series Breaking Bad and its spin-off prequel series Better Call Saul, as well as writing, directing, and producing the Breaking Bad sequel film El Camino. Gilligan...