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Walter White, a New Mexico chemistry teacher, is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given a prognosis of only two years left to live. He becomes filled with a sense of fearlessness and an unrelenting desire to secure his family's financial future at any cost as he enters the dangerous world of drugs and crime.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Walter White, a New Mexico chemistry teacher, is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given a prognosis of only two years left to live. He becomes filled with a sense of fearlessness and an unrelenting desire to secure his family's financial future at any cost as he enters the dangerous world of drugs and crime.
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Episode 1
As Walt deals with the aftermath of the Casa Tranquila explosion, Hank works to wrap up his investigation of Gus' empire.
Directed by Michael SlovisWritten by Vince GilliganGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Monique Candelaria, Larry Hankin, Jim Beaver, Christopher Cousins, JB Blanc, James Harris, Gail Starr
Episode 2
Walt and Jesse pursue an unlikely business partner. The DEA filters through various leads in hopes of finding something.
Directed by Michelle MacLarenWritten by Vince GilliganGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Michael Shamus Wiles, Norbert Weisser, Wolf Muser, Norma Maldonado, Debrianna Mansini, Kaija Bales, Laura Fraser
Episode 3
Walt and Jesse formulate a new business plan. Walt shares a secret with Marie.
Directed by Adam BernsteinWritten by Peter GouldGuest stars Franc Ross, Kristin Hansen, Alex Knight, Miguel Martinez, Mike Batayeh, Chris Freihofer, Lavell Crawford, Emily Rios
Episode 4
Walt celebrates another birthday. Skyler contemplates her options, and an associate puts a crimp in Walt and Jesse's business strategy.
Directed by Rian JohnsonWritten by Sam CatlinGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Todd Terry, Laura Fraser, Russ Dillen, Melissa McCurley
Episode 5
Walt's team gets creative to obtain the methylamine they need to continue their operation.
Directed by George MastrasWritten by George MastrasGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Jamie McShane, Myk Watford, Miguel Martinez, Ryan Begay, Bill Burr, Laura Fraser, Jesse Plemons
Episode 6
Walt, Jesse, and Mike struggle over the future of their business, as occupational hazards weigh on Jesse.
Directed by Colin BuckseyWritten by Gennifer HutchisonGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Phil Duran, Louis Ferreira, Morse Bicknell, Kaija Bales, Jesse Plemons, Sam Webb, Antoinette Antonio
Episode 7
Walt takes control of business matters; Mike deals with the consequences of his actions.
Directed by Thomas SchnauzWritten by Thomas SchnauzGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Chris Freihofer, Louis Ferreira, Morse Bicknell, Todd Terry, Kaija Bales, Jesse Plemons, Kathleen Brady
Episode 8
Walt takes care of loose ends; Walt makes a dangerous decision.
Directed by Michelle MacLarenWritten by Moira Walley-BeckettGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Mike Batayeh, Chris Freihofer, Craig Nigh, Morse Bicknell, Michael Bowen, Kevin Rankin, Patrick Sane
Episode 9
As Walt and Jesse adjust to life out of the business, Hank grapples with a troubling lead.
Directed by Bryan CranstonWritten by Peter GouldGuest stars Debi Parker, Chad Brummett, Wayne Dehart, Ray Chavez, Pedro García, Tina Parker, Lavell Crawford, Joe Nemmers
Episode 10
While Skyler's past catches up with her, Walt covers his tracks. Jesse continues to struggle with his guilt.
Directed by Michelle MacLarenWritten by Thomas SchnauzGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Louis Ferreira, Morse Bicknell, Pedro García, Mark Vasconcellos, Gonzalo Menendez, Bill Burr, Jason Douglas
Episode 11
Jesse decides to make a change, while Walt and Skyler try to deal with an unexpected demand.
Directed by Michael SlovisWritten by Gennifer HutchisonGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Gonzalo Menendez, Jason Douglas, Tina Parker, Lavell Crawford, Michael Bowen, Kevin Rankin, Guy Wilson
Episode 12
An unusual strategy starts to bear fruit, while plans are set in motion that could change everything.
Directed by Sam CatlinWritten by Sam CatlinGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Bruce McKenzie, Bill Burr, Wray Crawford, Jack Burning, Lavell Crawford, Rafael Herrera, Sachie Capitani
Episode 13
Things heat up for Walt in unexpected ways.
Directed by Michelle MacLarenWritten by George MastrasGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Lavell Crawford, Phil Duran, Merritt C. Glover, Emily Rios, Michael Bowen, Kevin Rankin, Tait Fletcher
Episode 14
Everyone copes with radically changed circumstances.
Directed by Rian JohnsonWritten by Moira Walley-BeckettGuest stars Steven Michael Quezada, Saginaw Grant, Hank Rogerson, Billy Lockwood, Michael Bowen, Kevin Rankin, Tait Fletcher, Patrick Sane
Episode 15
Events set in motion long ago move toward a conclusion.
Directed by Peter GouldWritten by Peter GouldGuest stars Carmen Serano, Brennan Brown, Emily Rios, Eric Price, Robert Forster, Kurt Soderstrom, Joe Nemmers, Todd Terry
Episode 16
All bad things must come to an end.
Directed by Vince GilliganWritten by Vince GilliganGuest stars Jessica Hecht, Charles Baker, Steve Stafford, Matt Jones, Adam Godley, Michael Bowen, Kevin Rankin, Tait Fletcher
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Bryan CranstonWalter White
Aaron PaulJesse Pinkman
Anna GunnSkyler White
RJ MitteWalter White Jr.
Dean NorrisHank Schrader
Betsy BrandtMarie Schrader
Giancarlo EspositoGus Fring
Bob OdenkirkSaul Goodman
AMCUnited States
Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
High Bridge ProductionsUnited States
