Showrunner Sam Catlin Explores ‘Breaking Bad’ Universe Expansion to Los Angeles
Sam Catlin, the boss of the show ‘Sugar’, discusses bringing the ‘Breaking Bad’ universe to Los Angeles.

Los Angeles, CA, July 13, 2026 —
Sam Catlin, who serves as the showrunner for the FX series ‘Sugar’, has been discussing potential avenues for expanding the acclaimed ‘Breaking Bad’ universe. In recent commentary, Catlin touched upon the possibility of bringing elements of the popular franchise to Los Angeles.
While specific details regarding any concrete projects or timelines were not provided, Catlin’s remarks indicate an ongoing consideration for new narratives within the established ‘Breaking Bad’ world. The franchise, which originated with the critically lauded series ‘Breaking Bad’ and continued with the prequel ‘Better Call Saul’, has garnered a significant following and critical acclaim for its complex characters and intricate storytelling.
The potential shift in setting to Los Angeles could offer new narrative possibilities, exploring different facets of the criminal underworld or character arcs distinct from those seen in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the primary setting for both ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul’. No information was available regarding which characters or storylines might be involved in such an expansion.
Catlin’s role on ‘Sugar’, an unrelated project, does not preclude his involvement in future ‘Breaking Bad’ universe endeavors. However, the extent of his participation in any potential Los Angeles-based projects remains to be seen. The ‘Breaking Bad’ universe has previously explored spin-offs and extensions, most notably with ‘El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie’, which focused on the character Jesse Pinkman.
Further information regarding any proposed developments for the ‘Breaking Bad’ universe in Los Angeles has not yet been disclosed. The status of such discussions and the potential for future shows or films set in this universe are currently unclear.
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