Fallout TV show season three casts Breaking Bad’s Aaron Paul, so of course everyone wants him to play a scientist

Aaron Paul, best known for his iconic role as Jesse Pinkman in Breaking Bad, has been cast in Amazon’s Fallout television series for its third season. He will join returning cast members Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins as production is set to begin this month.

Paul’s casting has sparked widespread speculation among fans about what character he will portray. Given his Breaking Bad role’s heavy emphasis on chemistry and scientific themes—including the famous line “Yeah, science!"—many viewers are speculating that he may play a scientist within the Fallout universe. However, the specifics of his character have not yet been officially revealed.

The Fallout television adaptation has become one of Amazon’s most acclaimed gaming IP projects, which may have helped attract established talent like Paul for the upcoming season. The show continues to expand its ensemble cast as it prepares for production on the next chapter of the story. Details about how Paul’s character will integrate into the narrative remain under wraps for now.

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