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The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 2

Every episode of Breaking Bad Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 2!

The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 2

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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  1. 9.3/10(36.7k votes)

    #1 - Grilled

    S2:E2

    "Tell me what you did!" Walter and Jesse find themselves trapped in a deadly standoff with Tuco, fighting to survive. Meanwhile, Hank's search for the missing duo leads him closer to the truth.

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  2. 9.3/10(34.2k votes)

    #2 - Phoenix

    S2:E12

    "Well played. They found water on Mars." Walter struggles to balance his growing empire with his responsibilities at home. Meanwhile, Jesse's relationship takes a turn that threatens to derail everything.

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    Director:Colin Bucksey
  3. 9.2/10(35.9k votes)

    #3 - Better Call Saul

    S2:E8

    "I have spent my whole life scared." After running into legal trouble, Walter and Jesse turn to a flamboyant criminal lawyer, Saul Goodman, for help. Meanwhile, Hank's investigation brings him closer to their operation.

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  4. 9.2/10(34.1k votes)

    #4 - 4 Days Out

    S2:E9

    "Ahh, wire!" Walter takes Jesse on an extended cook in the desert, hoping to secure his family's future—but an unexpected crisis puts their survival at risk.

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  5. 9.2/10(33.5k votes)

    #5 - ABQ

    S2:E13

    "I woke up, I found her, that's all I know." As Walter faces the fallout of his choices, Jesse spirals deeper into despair. Meanwhile, an unforeseen tragedy sends shockwaves through Albuquerque.

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  6. 8.9/10(30.4k votes)

    #6 - Mandala

    S2:E11

    "You can never trust a drug addict." A shocking event forces Walter and Jesse to rethink their business, leading them to a high-stakes meeting with a mysterious new player. Meanwhile, Skyler faces an unexpected dilemma at work.

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  8. 8.8/10(33.0k votes)

    #7 - Peekaboo

    S2:E6

    "I don't even know where to begin." Jesse tracks down a drug thief, leading to a harrowing encounter. Meanwhile, Walter manipulates his way out of a problem at home as his double life puts further strain on his marriage.

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  9. 8.6/10(32.1k votes)

    #8 - Seven Thirty-Seven

    S2:E1

    "Beans." After a violent encounter with Tuco, Walter and Jesse realize the dangers of their business and plot their next move. Meanwhile, Skyler grows more suspicious of Walter's behavior.

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    Writer:J. Roberts
  10. 8.6/10(30.3k votes)

    #9 - Negro y Azul

    S2:E7

    "What have you heard?" As Walter's growing reputation in the drug trade sparks dangerous attention, Jesse tries to prove himself as a leader. Meanwhile, Skyler makes an unexpected connection at work, and Hank struggles to adjust to his new assignment.

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  11. 8.4/10(29.5k votes)

    #10 - Over

    S2:E10

    "Bring the bottle back." As Walter celebrates a turning point in his illness, his growing pride threatens to pull him deeper into the drug trade. Meanwhile, Jesse finds a new connection that offers a glimpse of a different life.

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  12. 8.3/10(30.8k votes)

    #11 - Bit by a Dead Bee

    S2:E3

    "What's changed, Jesse?" Walter and Jesse scramble to cover their tracks after their ordeal with Tuco, each taking drastic measures to avoid suspicion. Meanwhile, Hank grows increasingly determined to uncover the truth.

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  13. 8.2/10(30.9k votes)

    #12 - Down

    S2:E4

    "You never figured out how to think..." As Jesse faces the consequences of his actions, Walter struggles to keep his double life from falling apart. Meanwhile, Skyler's growing distrust pushes their marriage to the breaking point.

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    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Sam Catlin
  14. 8.2/10(30.1k votes)

    #13 - Breakage

    S2:E5

    "I want you to handle it." As Walter expands his operation, Jesse takes on more responsibility—but struggles to maintain control. Meanwhile, Hank grapples with PTSD from his recent encounter, and Skyler makes a bold decision.

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Grilled" is the best rated episode of "Breaking Bad" season 2. It scored 9.3/10 based on 36698 votes. Directed by Charles Haid and written by George Mastras, it aired on 3/15/2009. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Phoenix".