RJ Mitte Felt Breaking Bad Was A ‘Double-Edged Sword’ For His Career – Looper

During an interview with Courageous Nerd in May of 2021, RJ Mitte opened up about his career — including starting it off with a show as majorly popular and critically acclaimed as “Breaking Bad.” When interviewer Conor O’Brien asked if the success of “Breaking Bad” hindered his career in any way, Mitte admitted that he had faced problems landing roles because of the success of “Breaking Bad.”

Mitte said, “It really kind of messed me up when I would I go out for other roles because people couldn’t see any other character than Walt Jr. A lot of people that work in the industry build up a lot of work in a lot of different things. Then they have the hit, right? I kind of did the opposite; I got the hit and now I’m trying to build the portfolio where it’s not just like ‘known for one character’, you know?”

The actor also noted that he is grateful for landing “Breaking Bad,” despite the challenges it has led to. Mitte continued, “It’s a good thing, it’s a double-edged sword. I wouldn’t be able to do what I do today if it wasn’t for ‘Breaking Bad.’ The reach that gave me, the skills and the knowledge that I was able to utilize. It was a once-in-a-lifetime thing. I’m very lucky for it.”