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The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 1

Every episode of Breaking Bad Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Breaking Bad Season 1 Episode 6 - Crazy Handful of Nothin'
    9.3/10(69009 votes)

    S1:E6

    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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  2. Breaking Bad Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    9.1/10(87901 votes)

    S1:E1

    When an unassuming high school chemistry teacher discovers he has a rare form of lung cancer, he decides to team up with a former student and create a top of the line crystal meth in a used RV, to provide for his family once he is gone.

    Director:Vince Gilligan
    Writer:Vince Gilligan

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  3. Breaking Bad Season 1 Episode 7 - A No Rough Stuff Type Deal
    8.8/10(60314 votes)

    S1:E7

    Walter accepts his new identity as a drug dealer after a PTA meeting. Elsewhere, Jesse decides to put his aunt's house on the market and Skyler is the recipient of a baby shower.

    Director:Tim Hunter
    Writer:Peter Gould

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  4. Breaking Bad Season 1 Episode 3 - ...And the Bag's in the River
    8.7/10(62864 votes)

    S1:E3

    Walter fights with Jesse over his drug use, causing him to leave Walter alone with their captive, Krazy-8. Meanwhile, Hank has a scared straight moment with Walter Jr. after his aunt discovers he has been smoking pot. Also, Skylar is upset when Walter stays away from home.

    Director:Adam Bernstein
    Writer:Vince Gilligan

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  5. Breaking Bad Season 1 Episode 2 - Cat's in the Bag...
    8.6/10(65273 votes)

    S1:E2

    Walt and Jesse attempt to tie up loose ends. The desperate situation gets more complicated with the flip of a coin. Walt's wife, Skyler, becomes suspicious of Walt's strange behavior.

    Director:Adam Bernstein
    Writer:Vince Gilligan

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  6. Breaking Bad Season 1 Episode 4 - Cancer Man
    8.2/10(60411 votes)

    S1:E4

    Walter finally tells his family that he has been stricken with cancer. Meanwhile, the DEA believes Albuquerque has a new, big time player to worry about. Meanwhile, a worthy recipient is the target of a depressed Walter's anger, and Jesse makes a surprise visit to his parents home.

    Director:Jim McKay
    Writer:Vince Gilligan

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  7. Breaking Bad Season 1 Episode 5 - Gray Matter
    8.2/10(59458 votes)

    S1:E5

    Walter and Skyler attend a former colleague's party. Jesse tries to free himself from the drugs, while Skyler organizes an intervention.

    Director:Tricia Brock
    Writer:Patty Lin

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Crazy Handful of Nothin'" is the best rated episode of Breaking Bad season 1. It scored 9.3/10 from 69,009 votes. Directed by Bronwen Hughes and written by George Mastras, it aired on March 2, 2008. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Pilot".