The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad

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   #1 - Felina

   S5:E169/29/2013

   All bad things must come to an end.

   Director:Vince Gilligan

   Writer:Vince Gilligan

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   Director:Vince Gilligan

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   #2 - Face Off

   S4:E1310/9/2011

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

   Director:Vince Gilligan

   Writer:Vince Gilligan

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   Director:Vince Gilligan

   Writer:Vince Gilligan
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   #3 - To'hajiilee

   S5:E139/8/2013

   Things heat up for Walt in unexpected ways.

   Director:Michelle MacLaren

   Writer:George Mastras

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   Director:Michelle MacLaren

   Writer:George Mastras
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   #4 - Crawl Space

   S4:E119/25/2011

   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

   Writers:George Mastras, Sam Catlin

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   Director:Scott Winant

   Writers:George Mastras, Sam Catlin
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   #5 - Full Measure

   S3:E136/13/2010

   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

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   Director:Vince Gilligan

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   #6 - Granite State

   S5:E159/22/2013

   Events set in motion long ago move toward a conclusion.

   Director:Peter Gould

   Writer:Peter Gould

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   Writer:Peter Gould
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   #7 - Dead Freight

   S5:E58/12/2012

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

   Director:George Mastras

   Writer:George Mastras

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   Director:George Mastras

   Writer:George Mastras
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   #8 - Say My Name

   S5:E78/26/2012

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

   Director:Thomas Schnauz

   Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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   #9 - Confessions

   S5:E118/25/2013

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

   Director:Michael Slovis

   Writer:Gennifer Hutchison

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   Writer:Gennifer Hutchison
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    #10 - Ozymandias

    S5:E149/15/2013

    Everyone copes with radically changed circumstances.

    Director:Rian Johnson

    Writer:Moira Walley-Beckett

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    Director:Rian Johnson

    Writer:Moira Walley-Beckett
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    #11 - Salud

    S4:E109/18/2011

    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

    Writers:Gennifer Hutchison, Peter Gould

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    Director:Michelle MacLaren

    Writers:Gennifer Hutchison, Peter Gould
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    #12 - One Minute

    S3:E75/2/2010

    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

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    #13 - Gliding Over All

    S5:E89/2/2012

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

    Director:Michelle MacLaren

    Writer:Moira Walley-Beckett

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    Writer:Moira Walley-Beckett
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    #14 - Half Measures

    S3:E126/6/2010

    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

    Writers:Sam Catlin, Peter Gould

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    Director:Adam Bernstein

    Writers:Sam Catlin, Peter Gould
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    #15 - End Times

    S4:E1210/2/2011

    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

    Writers:Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett

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    Director:Vince Gilligan

    Writers:Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett
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    #16 - Blood Money

    S5:E98/11/2013

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

    Director:Bryan Cranston

    Writer:Peter Gould

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    Director:Bryan Cranston

    Writer:Peter Gould
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    #17 - Crazy Handful of Nothin'

    S1:E63/2/2008

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

    Director:Bronwen Hughes

    Writer:George Mastras

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    Director:Bronwen Hughes

    Writer:George Mastras
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    #18 - Grilled

    S2:E23/15/2009

    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

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    Director:Charles Haid

    Writer:George Mastras
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    #19 - Better Call Saul

    S2:E84/26/2009

    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

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    Director:Terry McDonough

    Writer:Peter Gould
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    #20 - Phoenix

    S2:E125/24/2009

    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

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    Director:Colin Bucksey

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    #21 - Hermanos

    S4:E89/4/2011

    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

    Writers:George Mastras, Sam Catlin

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    Writers:George Mastras, Sam Catlin
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    #22 - Sunset

    S3:E64/25/2010

    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

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    Writer:John Shiban
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    #23 - Live Free or Die

    S5:E17/15/2012

    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

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    #24 - Buried

    S5:E108/18/2013

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

    Director:Michelle MacLaren

    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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    Director:Michelle MacLaren

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    #25 - 4 Days Out

    S2:E95/3/2009

    Walt and his family wait for news after he undergoes a PET-CT scan. Walt follows Saul's advice; Jesse's relationship with Jane is put on hold when he and Walt head to the desert for a marathon of cooking.

    Director:Michelle MacLaren

    Writer:Sam Catlin

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    Director:Michelle MacLaren

    Writer:Sam Catlin