Vince Gilligan Brief Biography

George Vincent Gilligan, Jr. (born February 10, 1967) is an American writer, producer, and director. He is known for his television work, specifically as creator, head writer, executive producer, and a director of Breaking Bad and its spin-off Better Call Saul. He was a writer and producer for The X-Files and was the co-creator of its spin-off The Lone Gunmen.

Both Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul have received widespread critical acclaim, with Gilligan winning two Primetime Emmy Awards, six Writers Guild of America Awards, two Critics' Choice Television Awards and Producers Guild of America Awards, one Directors Guild of America Award and a BAFTA. Outside of television, he co-wrote the screenplay for the 2008 film Hancock.

Vince Gilligan News

• 'Breaking Bad' sequel movie to debut on Netflix and then AMC
• 'Breaking Bad' movie in development from creator Vince Gilligan
• 'Better Call Saul' Season 4 trailer: Jimmy plans new illegal schemes
• 'Big Sick,' 'Get Out,' 'Logan' earn WGA nominations for Best Screenplay