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The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad

Every episode of Breaking Bad ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Breaking Bad!

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...
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Network:AMC

Best Episodes Summary

"Ozymandias" is the best rated episode of "Breaking Bad". It scored 10/10 based on 233934 votes. Directed by Rian Johnson and written by Moira Walley-Beckett, it aired on 9/15/2013. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Face Off".

  • Ozymandias
    10.0/10233,934 votes
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    #1 - Ozymandias

    Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 9/15/2013

    Everyone copes with radically changed circumstances.

    Director: Rian Johnson

    Writer: Moira Walley-Beckett

  • Face Off
    9.9/1080,809 votes
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    #2 - Face Off

    Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 10/9/2011

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

    Director: Vince Gilligan

    Writer: Vince Gilligan

  • Felina
    9.9/10149,842 votes
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    #3 - Felina

    Season 5 Episode 16 - Aired 9/29/2013

    All bad things must come to an end.

    Director: Vince Gilligan

    Writer: Vince Gilligan

  • To'hajiilee
    9.8/1059,745 votes
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    #4 - To'hajiilee

    Season 5 Episode 13 - Aired 9/8/2013

    Things heat up for Walt in unexpected ways.

    Director: Michelle MacLaren

    Writer: George Mastras

  • Full Measure
    9.7/1040,616 votes
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    #5 - Full Measure

    Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 6/13/2010

    With Jesse on the run and Mike in hot pursuit, Walt negotiates a bargain with Gus and concocts a disturbing plan to provide for his and Jesse's safety.

    Director: Vince Gilligan

    Writer: Vince Gilligan

  • Crawl Space
    9.7/1044,721 votes
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    #6 - Crawl Space

    Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 9/25/2011

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

    Director: Scott Winant

    Writer: George Mastras, Sam Catlin

  • Dead Freight
    9.7/1044,310 votes
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    #7 - Dead Freight

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 8/12/2012

    Walt's team gets creative to obtain the methylamine they need to continue their operation.

    Director: George Mastras

    Writer: George Mastras

  • Granite State
    9.7/1058,335 votes
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    #8 - Granite State

    Season 5 Episode 15 - Aired 9/22/2013

    Events set in motion long ago move toward a conclusion.

    Director: Peter Gould

    Writer: Peter Gould

  • One Minute
    9.6/1036,554 votes
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    #9 - One Minute

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 5/2/2010

    Hank's increasing volatility forces a confrontation with Jesse and trouble at work. Skyler pressures Walt to make a deal. Gus' actions have severe consequences.

    Director: Michelle MacLaren

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz

  • Salud
    9.6/1037,859 votes
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    #10 - Salud

    Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 9/18/2011

    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.

    Director: Michelle MacLaren

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison, Peter Gould

  • Say My Name
    9.6/1040,835 votes
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    #11 - Say My Name

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 8/26/2012

    Walt takes control of business matters; Mike deals with the consequences of his actions.

    Director: Thomas Schnauz

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz

  • Gliding Over All
    9.6/1039,174 votes
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    #12 - Gliding Over All

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 9/2/2012

    Walt takes care of loose ends; Walt makes a dangerous decision.

    Director: Michelle MacLaren

    Writer: Moira Walley-Beckett

  • Confessions
    9.6/1040,466 votes
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    #13 - Confessions

    Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 8/25/2013

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

    Director: Michael Slovis

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison

  • Half Measures
    9.5/1035,762 votes
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    #14 - Half Measures

    Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 6/6/2010

    Against Walt's advice, Jesse lashes out. Fearing for Jesse's safety, Walt takes drastic action to intervene and tragic event leads to a shocking confrontation.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: Sam Catlin, Peter Gould

  • End Times
    9.5/1034,174 votes
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    #15 - End Times

    Season 4 Episode 12 - Aired 10/2/2011

    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.

    Director: Vince Gilligan

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett

  • Blood Money
    9.4/1037,425 votes
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    #16 - Blood Money

    Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 8/11/2013

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

    Director: Bryan Cranston

    Writer: Peter Gould

  • Crazy Handful of Nothin'
    9.3/1037,779 votes
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    #17 - Crazy Handful of Nothin'

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/2/2008

    The side effects of chemo begin to plague Walt. Meanwhile, the DEA rounds up suspected dealers.

    Director: Bronwen Hughes

    Writer: George Mastras

  • Grilled
    9.3/1034,040 votes
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    #18 - Grilled

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 3/15/2009

    Walt and Jesse find themselves in close quarters with an unhinged Tuco. Marie and Hank comfort Skyler, who is distraught over Walt’s disappearance. Hank pays a visit to Mrs. Pinkman on some not-so-official business.

    Director: Charles Haid

    Writer: George Mastras

  • Phoenix
    9.3/1031,790 votes
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    #19 - Phoenix

    Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 5/24/2009

    As Walt explores money laundering options, he and Jesse spar over the profits from their latest deal. Jesse and Jane clash with her father. Walt makes a fatal decision.

    Director: Colin Bucksey

    Writer: John Shiban

  • Sunset
    9.3/1029,940 votes
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    #20 - Sunset

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 4/25/2010

    Walt settles into his new surroundings; Walt, Jr. wants answers about his parents' relationship; Hank's investigation causes problems for Walt and Jesse.

    Director: John Shiban

    Writer: John Shiban

  • Hermanos
    9.3/1030,203 votes
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    #21 - Hermanos

    Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 9/4/2011

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

    Director: Johan Renck

    Writer: George Mastras, Sam Catlin

  • Better Call Saul
    9.2/1033,412 votes
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    #22 - Better Call Saul

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 4/26/2009

    Walt and Jesse seek advice from a shady attorney when Badger gets in trouble with the law; the DEA believes they have caught up with "Heisenberg" ; Hank returns.

    Director: Terry McDonough

    Writer: Peter Gould

  • ABQ
    9.2/1031,123 votes
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    #23 - ABQ

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 5/31/2009

    Skyler confronts Walt about his secrecy; Jesse falls apart; and Jane's grief-stricken father takes action that results in further tragedy.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: Vince Gilligan

  • Box Cutter
    9.2/1031,905 votes
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    #24 - Box Cutter

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 7/17/2011

    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.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: Vince Gilligan

  • Live Free or Die
    9.2/1035,362 votes
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    #25 - Live Free or Die

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 7/15/2012

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

    Director: Michael Slovis

    Writer: Vince Gilligan