Bryan Cranston & Aaron Paul Reunite For New Breaking Bad Release 13 Years After Finale

Published Nov 15, 2026, 10:12 AM EST Nicholas Becher is a gaming journalist with an MFA in Creative Writing from FAU. With extensive experience playing video games, he covers all forms of gaming content at Screen Rant, from breaking news to the latest fan theories. Most-played games range from Clair Obscur to Civ to Elden Ring to Halo 2 and beyond. It's hard to believe it's been over 13 years since Breaking Bad's perfectly tragic series finale aired, bringing Vince Gilligan's television masterpiece to an epic conclusion in one of the best character-driven series ever written. Walter White's transformation into Heisenberg was a slow burn that lasted five seasons across the show's six-year run, while his partner in crime Jesse Pinkman went from a small-time meth dealer to one of television's most complex and sympathetic characters. Thankfully, the finale wasn't quite the end of Gilligan's universe, with Better Call Saul taking us back to Albuquerque to see Jimmy McGill turn into the infamous Saul Goodman, while El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie gave Jesse a much-needed epilogue following the original series' devastating conclusion. Both projects proved there were still plenty of compelling stories to tell in Gilligan's world. Now, Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul are officially returning to the Breaking Bad franchise this week alongside the rest of the original cast and even Vince Gilligan himself, with a brand-new release that revisits the legendary series that started it all. Breaking Bad fans are in for a special reunion on November 17, 2026, with the release of Do What You're Gonna Do: The Definitive Oral History of Breaking Bad. The brand-new book brings together Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and many of the original cast and crew for an extensive behind-the-scenes look at one of television's greatest dramas, more than 13 years after its finale. Leading the project is Dean Norris, who famously portrayed DEA agent Hank Schrader, Walter White's brother-in-law and one of the show's most beloved characters. Co-written with bestselling author and journalist Joe Layden, the book combines Norris's own experiences on Breaking Bad with exclusive interviews, previously untold stories, and firsthand accounts from the people responsible for bringing the series to life. You can order Do What You're Gonna Do: The Definitive Oral History of Breaking Bad via Amazon here. The book effectively serves as a massive Breaking Bad reunion, featuring contributions from Cranston and Paul alongside series creator Vince Gilligan, Anna Gunn, Bob Odenkirk, and Giancarlo Esposito, as well as key creative figures like Peter Gould. It takes a look at the show's unlikely beginnings at AMC to its stratospheric rise and becoming a cultural phenomenon, with fascinating insights into how Gilligan's masterpiece came together. Perhaps most poignantly, the book also features an interview with the late RJ Mitte, who played Walt Jr in the show. Mitte tragically passed away on October 12, 2026, at just 34 years old, making his contributions especially meaningful. An excerpt published by Vanity Fair on November 10 revealed that Mitte reflected on his original audition, his experiences portraying Walt Jr., and some of the show's most heartbreaking moments. Norris also pays tribute to his former costar, making the book a touching celebration of the cast's enduring friendships. ​​​​​​​Do What You're Gonna Do officially releases this Tuesday, November 17 through William Morrow, with hardcover, digital, and audiobook editions available at most major distributors. Norris also narrates the audiobook, giving fans a way to hear directly from the actor behind the legendary Hank Schrader. While it isn't exactly an epic on-screen reunion, bringing together so many familiar voices to celebrate Breaking Bad makes this a truly exciting release for longtime fans, and one that gives us a look behind the scenes at one of the greatest series in modern television.​​​​​​​ If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 or visit the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support, available 24/7 in the United States. Breaking Bad 10/10 Release Date 2008 - 2013-00-00 Network AMC Showrunner Vince Gilligan