The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 1

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

Director: Bronwen Hughes

Writer: George Mastras

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

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

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

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

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

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