Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Raymond Cruz reunite for a corn chip brand in one of 2023’s Super Bowl ads-here are the year’s standout spots.
If you missed the game and wanted to catch up on the commercials, or did something else with your time during ad breaks, or just want to watch some of your favorites again, this is the place for you. And for the movie trailers that played during the Super Bowl, click on that link.
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Now, onto the commercials!
Walt and Jesse break chips
Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul reprise their Breaking Bad roles as Walt and Jesse in this corn chip spot, haggling over a bag of chips at a gas station. Raymond Cruz returns as Tuco, demanding “blue chips” in a tense standoff that explodes into chaos. The trio’s chemistry crackles as they smash the bag, unleashing a shower of crunchy bits while riffing on their old criminal antics. Quick cuts and punchy dialogue capture the ad’s high-stakes humor, turning a snack run into pure mayhem.
File this under “it’s good to see them back together.” Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Raymond Cruz reprise their roles as Walter White, Jesse Pinkman, and Tuco Salamanca in this add for a corn chip brand, where basically “meth” is substituted for “corn chips.”
Sarah McLachlan shelters a wolf
Sarah McLachlan cradles a majestic wolf in her arms, her eyes brimming with compassion amid a snowy forest. The spot flips her famous animal rescue plea into a plea for Frito-Lay’s Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, where the wolf’s fiery breath scorches trees into corn chip perfection. Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul nod approvingly from afar, turning heartbreak into a bold snack twist that steals the show.
In this Busch Light ad, singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan parodies her ASPCA commercials for the second time in a Super Bowl commercial. Last time, it was an unnerving CGI Doberman-Chihuahua hybrid. This time, it doubles as a parody of outdoors-y shows, featuring a wolf.
Ben Affleck does Dunkin’ drive-thru
Ben Affleck surprised customers at a Dunkin’ drive-thru in a hilarious Super Bowl ad that felt straight out of a Boston morning. Wearing a headset and full Dunkin’ gear, he served real customers with his signature dry humor until Jennifer Lopez showed up, catching him in the act. The spot perfectly blended Affleck’s love for Dunkin’ and his comedic timing, making it one of the most memorable ads of the game.
“Ben Affleck loves Dunkin’ Donuts” has been an enjoyable meme in 2023, and this commercial had our Foremost Boston Celebrity surprise drive-thru customers (and Jennifer Lopez) on the other side of the pickup glass.
Poker Face
Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” set the tone for a high-energy spot that paired perfectly with the nostalgia of Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Raymond Cruz reprising their Breaking Bad roles. The corn chip brand leaned into clever humor and strong character chemistry, letting the familiar tension between Walter White and Jesse Pinkman sell the product as much as the chips themselves. It was both a witty throwback and a reminder of how cultural icons can make snack food advertising unforgettable.
Peacock’s new “howcatchem” mystery serial from Rian Johnson and starring Natasha Lyonne has a cute themed spot, where Lyonne’s character Charlie (who always knows when someone is lying) points out various “lies” in Super Bowl commercials. The ad’s fine (per the fiction of the show, the real Charlie would not be able to tell many of these lies), but Poker Face rules.
Is Steve Martin acting?
Steve Martin delivers a masterclass in comedic timing in his 2023 Super Bowl spot. Playing off his well-known charm and self-awareness, he pokes fun at the craft of acting itself, turning what could have been a straightforward endorsement into a clever performance that blurs the line between authenticity and exaggeration. His playful tone keeps viewers guessing whether he’s “acting” or just being Steve Martin-a move that perfectly fits the commercial’s sharp sense of humor.
Pepsi Zero Sugar had two ads during the Super Bowl playing off the same idea: are actor endorsements to be believed, or are they just another example of actors acting well? One had Ben Stiller, and the other had Steve Martin. They both have fun moments, but we’re going with Martin’s here.
Clueless, Again
Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Raymond Cruz reprise their Breaking Bad roles for a corn chip brand, but true to clueless form, they bungle the pitch with absurd mishaps. Cranston’s Walter White fixates on flavor profiles while Paul and Cruz squabble over snack logistics, leading to a warehouse fiasco. Their deadpan delivery sells the chips amid the chaos, proving these antiheroes still charm without trying.
Alicia Silverstone is back as Cher Horowitz in another “recognizable character returns for a Super Bowl ad” commercial. Clueless: it’s good!
A brighter Boston
Boston glowed with pride as the commercial brought local humor and charisma to a national stage. The spot paid tribute to the city’s unmistakable accent, sharp wit, and loyal spirit, blending nostalgia with clever storytelling. Featuring Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Raymond Cruz, the ad managed to turn a simple corn chip brand into a cultural moment that felt both fresh and familiar to fans across the country.
Where to watch PopCorners Breaking Good commercial full video
You can watch the full “PopCorners Breaking Good” Super Bowl 2023 commercial, featuring Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Raymond Cruz, on several video platforms. Reliable embeds and uploads from 2023 are available on YouTube.
Streaming Options
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YouTube (Recommended): The complete ad and extended versions are hosted on channels like those compiling Super Bowl spots. A key upload titled “Breaking Bad PopCorners Commercials Complete” (2+ minutes) includes all scenes. Another option is “Super Bowl LVII (57) Commercial: PopCorners” (30 seconds, official length).
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Other Sites: Articles on ScreenCrush and GeekTyrant embed playable clips directly. Dailymotion also has a version with cast interviews.
Search YouTube for “PopCorners Breaking Good full” to find active links, as some older uploads note regional availability issues.
Who directed the PopCorners Breaking Good commercial
Vince Gilligan directed the PopCorners “Breaking Good” commercial.
He is the creator, head writer, executive producer, and director of Breaking Bad, ensuring the ad’s authentic recreation of the show’s RV scene and character dynamics with Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Raymond Cruz. Multiple sources, including PepsiCo’s press release and cast interviews, confirm his hands-on role for the 2023 Super Bowl spot.
