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Breaking Bad is an American neo-Western crime drama television series created and produced by Vince Gilligan. The show originally aired on AMC for five seasons, from January 20, 2008, to September 29, 2013. Set and filmed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the series tells the story of Walter White, an underemployed and depressed high school chemistry teacher who is struggling with both midlife crisis and a recent diagnosis of stage-3 lung cancer. Together with his former student Jesse Pinkman, White turns to a life of crime by producing and selling crystallized methamphetamine to secure his family's financial future before he dies, while navigating the dangers of the criminal underworld. The title comes from the Southern colloquialism "breaking bad" which means to turn to a life of immorality or crime. Gilligan characterized the series as showing Walter's transformation from a soft-spoken Mr. Chips into Scarface.

Among the show's co-stars are Anna Gunn and RJ Mitte as Walter's wife Skyler and son Walter, Jr., and Betsy Brandt and Dean Norris as Skyler's sister Marie Schrader and her husband Hank, a DEA agent. Others include Bob Odenkirk as the sleazy lawyer Saul Goodman, Jonathan Banks as private investigator and fixer Mike Ehrmantraut, and Giancarlo Esposito as the drug kingpin Gus Fring. The final season introduces Jesse Plemons as the criminally-ambitious Todd Alquist, and Laura Fraser as Lydia Rodarte-Quayle, a business executive secretly managing Walter's global meth sales for her company.

Breaking Bad is widely regarded as one of the greatest television series of all time. By the time the series finale aired, it was among the most-watched cable shows on American television. The show received numerous awards, including 16 Primetime Emmy Awards, eight Satellite Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, two Peabody Awards, two Critics' Choice Awards and four Television Critics Association Awards. For his leading performance, Cranston won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series four times, while Aaron Paul won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series three times; Anna Gunn won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series twice. In 2013, Breaking Bad entered the Guinness World Records as the most critically acclaimed show of all time.

A spin-off prequel series, Better Call Saul, starring Bob Odenkirk and Jonathan Banks, debuted on February 8, 2015, on AMC. A sequel film, El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, starring Aaron Paul, was released on Netflix and in select theaters on October 11, 2019

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SEASON 1

SEASON 2

SEASON 3

SEASON 4

SEASON 5

BREAKING BAD

S E A S O N 1

SEASON 1, EPISODE 1

PILOT

Chemistry teacher (Bryan Cranston) with cancer teams up with a former student (Aaron Paul) to cook meth on Breaking Bad.

SEASON 1, EPISODE 2

CAT'S IN THE BAG

Walt and Jesse attempt to tie up loose ends. Skyler becomes suspicious of Walt's strange behavior.

SEASON 1, EPISODE 3

AND THE BAG'S IN THE RIVER

Walt and Jesse clean up Emilio's mess and Walt must face holding up his end of the deal.

SEASON 1, EPISODE 4

CANCER MAN

Walt reveals his cancer at a family barbecue. Jesse goes to visit his family.

SEASON 1, EPISODE 5

GRAY MATTER

Walt and Skyler attend the birthday party of an affluent former colleague. Jesse attempt to go straight.

SEASON 1, EPISODE 6

CRAZY HANDFUL OF NOTHIN'

Walt is plagued by the effects of chemotherapy. Skinny Pete makes an introduction and Walt strikes a deal.

SEASON 1, EPISODE 7

A NO-ROUGH-STUFF-TYPE DEAL

Walt gets comfortable with his new identity. Marie gives Skyler a questionable baby shower gift.

S E A S O N 2

SEASON 2, EPISODE 1

SEVEN THIRTY-SEVEN

Walt and Jesse are reminded of Tuco's volatile nature, and try to figure a way out of their partnership

SEASON 2, EPISODE 2

GRILLED

Walt and Jesse find themselves in close quarters with an unhinged Tuco. Skyler is distraught over Walt's disappearance.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 3

BIT BY A DEAD BEE

Walt and Jesse cover their tracks. Hanks get a break in his meth investigation.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 4

DOWN

Walt tries to reconnect with his family, but Skyler keeps her distance. Jesse finds himself homeless.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 5

BREAKAGE

Tensions and bills mount at the White house. Hank suffers from his encounter with Tuco. Jesse assembles a crew.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 6

PEEKABOO

Walt returns to work. Skinny Pete gets ripped off and when Jesse steps in, he gets more than he bargained for.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 7

NEGRO Y AZUL

Hank struggles in El Paso. Skyler pursues a new job. Jesse gets to know Jane.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 8

BETTER CALL SAUL

When Badger gets busted, Walt and Jesse seek the legal advice of a shady attorney, Saul Goodman.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 9

4 DAYS OUT

The Whites await news about Walt's cancer treatment progress. Walt and Jesse retreat to the desert for a marathon cook.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 10

OVER

Walt and Hank get into fight, and Walt consumes himself with home improvements. Skyler opens up to her boss, Ted.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 11

MANDALA

Saul proposes a new business partner. Skyler makes a disturbing discovery. Jesse divulges his real profession to Jane.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 12

Phoenix

Walter, Jr. launches a website to aid his strunggling family. Jesse addiction spirals out of control.

SEASON 2, EPISODE 13

ABQ

Skyler and Walt collide. Jesse self-destruct after a personal blow. Donald's grief leads to tragedy.

S E A S O N 3

SEASON 3, EPISODE 1

NO MAS

Walt deals with the plane crash and Skyler's anger as Jesse comes to a realization. A new threat appears.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 2

CABALLO SIN NOMBRE

Walt takes drastic action to bring his family back together. With Saul's help, Jesse makes an unexpected investment.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 3

I.F.T.

Walt ignores Skyler's demands, pushing her to break bad. Hank crosses a line at work.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 4

GREEN LIGHT

Walt loses control Hank throws himself into his blue meth investigation. Jesse enacts a new plan.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 5

MAS

Gus lures Walt back into business, forcing a rift between Walt and Jesse. Skyler doubts her new relationship.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 6

SUNSET

Walt settles into his new surroundings. Hank's investigation creates an immediate problem for Walt and Jesse.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 7

ONE MINUTE

Hank volatility forces a confrontation with Jesse and trouble at work. Skyler pressures Walt to make a deal.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 8

I SEE YOU

The family waits for news about Hank. While Jesse covers at the lab, Walt attempts to placate Gus.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 9

KAFKAESQUE

As Hanks's hospital bills mount, Skyler hatches a plan. Walt and Gus come to better understanding.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 10

FLY

Walt becomes obsessed with contaminant in the lab. A frustrated Jesse attempts to get Walt back on track.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 11

ABIQUIU

Skyler gets involved in Walt's business. Hank struggles with recovery. Jesse makes a startling discovery.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 12

HALF MEASURES

Jesse lashes out. Fearing for Jesse safety, Walt intervenes. A tragic event leads to a shocking confrontation.

SEASON 3, EPISODE 13

FULL MEASURE

With Jesse on the run, Walt bargains with Gus and concocts a plan to provide for his and Jesse's safety.

S E A S O N 4

SEASON 4, EPISODE 1

BOX CUTTER

Walt and Jesse face the deadly consequences of their actions. Skyler deals with a puzzling disappearance, as Marie struggles to help Hank with his recovery.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 2

THIRTY-EIGHT SNUB

Walt attempts to form a new alliance as he plans his next move. Skyler pushes Walt towards a business opportunity, in hopes of protecting the family.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 3

OPEN HOUSE

Events spirals out of control at Jesse's plave. Skyler reluctantly ask for Saul's help. Marie returns to an old pastime and a friend asks Hank for help.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 4

BULLET POINTS

The cartel takes steps to gain the upper hand. Walt and Skyler share an embarrassing secret with the rest of the family. Jesse's activites draw unwanted attention.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 5

SHOTGUN

When Jesse goes missing, Walt fears the worst. Skyler has an unlikely reunion. Hank shares some bad news with Detective Tim Roberts.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 6

CORNERED

Skyler makes an unsettling discovery. Walter, Jr. pushes his dad into a questionable purchase. Jesse offers Mike some unexpected help.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 7

PROBLEM DOG

a frustrated Walt gambles on a risky new plan. Skyler's business venture hits a snag. Hank recruits Walter, Jr. for an unusual outing.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 8

HERMANOS

Skyler develops an unusual solution to her money troubles. Hank enlists Walt to investigate a theory. Walt's impatience with Jesse grows.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 9

BUG

Skyler's past mistakes come back to haunt her. Gus takes action to thwart his rivals. Jesse seeks Walt's help, with mixed results.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 10

SALUD

Walt's family worries when he doesn't turn up for Walter, Jr.'s 16th birthday. Jesse is forced to put his lab skills to the test without Mr.White's help.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 11

CRAWL SPACE

Walt takes a drastic action to protect his secret and Gus. Skyler's effort to solve Ted's financial problems hit a wall.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 12

END TIMES

Hank pushes Gomez to pursue one last lead, while Walt struggles to protect the family. Jesse gets alarming news and rushes to meet with Mr. White.

SEASON 4, EPISODE 13

FACE OFF

Walt and Jesse team up to take on Gus. With Saul's help, Walt finds an unexpected ally.

S E A S O N 5

SEASON 5, EPISODE 1

LIVE FREE OR DIE

As Walt deals with the aftermath of the Casa Tranquila explosion, Hank works to wrap up his investigation of Gus empire.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 2

MADRIGAL

Walt and Jesse seek out an unlikely partner for a new business venture. The DEA follows up new leads in its investigation.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 3

HAZARD PAY

Walt and Jesse put a business plan into action. Walt confesses a secret to Marie.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 4

FIFTY-ONE

Walt celebrates another birthday. Skyler considers her options. An associate complicates Walt and Jesse's plan.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 5

DEAD FREIGHT

Walt's team must get creative to obtain the materials they need to continue their operation.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 6

BUYOUT

Walt, Jesse, and Mike struggles over the future of their business, as occupational hazars weigh on Jesse.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 7

SAY MY NAME

Walt takes control of business matters as Mike grapples with the consequences of his actions.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 8

GLIDING OVER ALL

Walt ties up loose ends. Seeing the evidence of his success, he makes a startling and dangerous decision.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 9

BLOOD MONEY

As Walt and Jesse adjust to life out of business, Hank grapples wih a troubling lead.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 10

BURIED

While Skyler's past catches up with her, Walt covers his tracks. Jesse continues to struggle with his guilt.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 11

CONFESSIONS

Jesse decides to make a change, while Walt and Skyler try to deal with an unexpected demand.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 12

RABID DOG

An unusual strategy starts to bear fruit, while plans are set in motion that could change everything.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 13

TO'HAJIILEE

Things heat up for Walt in unexpected ways.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 14

OZYMANDIAS

Everyone copes with radically changed circumstances.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 15

GRANITE STATE

Events set in motion long ago move toward a conclusion.

SEASON 5, EPISODE 16

FELINA

The series finale.