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Breaking Bad S2E12 — Phoenix
9.3
Breaking Bad•Season 2•Episode 12

Phoenix

9.3/10 · 58,448 votesMay 24, 200948 min

Ranked #3 of 13 in Season 2•+0.5 vs season avg

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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.

Directed byColin Bucksey
Written byJohn Shiban
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Bryan Cranston

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Walter White

Aaron Paul

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Jesse Pinkman

Anna Gunn

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Skyler White

RJ Mitte

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Dean Norris

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Marie Schrader

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Episode Summary

"Phoenix" is episode 12 of Breaking Bad season 2. It scored 9.3/10 from 58,448 votes, ranking #3 of 13 episodes this season (season average 8.8). Directed by Colin Bucksey and written by John Shiban, it aired on May 24, 2009.

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