The Journey of Breaking Bad's Walter White: From Almost Missing Out to Iconic Character

🎭Bryan Cranston was not the initial choice for the role of Walter White in Breaking Bad, and big names like Matthew Broderick and John Cusack were considered.

🔥Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad, believed that Cranston's previous work on an episode of X-Files showcased the characteristics needed for Walter White's character.

👍Cranston's portrayal of Walter White is a masterclass in acting, showcasing both the good and bad qualities of the character.

📝Memorizing lines for Breaking Bad was a challenging task, but Cranston used a technique called margin work to efficiently remember his dialogue.

💣Cranston and the cast of Breaking Bad were given detailed instructions on the meth cooking process by DEA chemists to ensure accuracy, while also emphasizing the dangers associated with it.

Who was the original choice for the role of Walter White?

—Matthew Broderick and John Cusack were considered for the role of Walter White before Bryan Cranston was cast.

What influenced Vince Gilligan to choose Bryan Cranston for the role?

—Vince Gilligan had previously worked with Bryan Cranston on an episode of X-Files and believed that Cranston's performance showcased the qualities needed for Walter White's character.

What makes Walter White's character so compelling?

—Walter White's character is complex and multi-faceted, displaying both good and bad qualities. Bryan Cranston's portrayal brings out the depth and ambiguity of the character.

How did Bryan Cranston memorize his lines for Breaking Bad?

—Cranston used a technique called margin work, where he would identify the key words in each sentence and use them as cues to remember his lines.

Did Bryan Cranston actually cook meth for the show?

—While the cast of Breaking Bad received instructions on the meth cooking process from DEA chemists, they did not actually cook meth themselves. Safety precautions were taken due to the volatile nature of the process.

00:00Bryan Cranston was not the initial choice for the role of Walter White in Breaking Bad.

00:10Vince Gilligan believed that Cranston's previous work on X-Files showcased the characteristics needed for Walter White's character.

01:00Cranston used a technique called margin work to efficiently memorize his lines for Breaking Bad.

02:45The cast of Breaking Bad received instructions on the meth cooking process from DEA chemists to ensure accuracy, while also emphasizing the dangers associated with it.