The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 4

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.7/10(185 votes)

   #1 - Box Cutter

   S4:E17/17/2011

   Walt and Jesse face the deadly consequences of their actions. Skyler deals with a puzzling disappearance, as Marie struggles to help Hank with his recovery.

   Director:Adam Bernstein

   Writer:Vince Gilligan

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   Director:Adam Bernstein

   Writer:Vince Gilligan
2. 

   7.9/10(170 votes)

   #2 - Thirty-Eight Snub

   S4:E27/24/2011

   Walt attempts to form a new alliance as he plans his next move. Skyler pushes Walt towards a business opportunity, in hopes of protecting the family.

   Director:Michelle MacLaren

   Writer:George Mastras

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   Director:Michelle MacLaren

   Writer:George Mastras
3. 

   7.8/10(172 votes)

   #3 - Open House

   S4:E37/31/2011

   Events spiral out of control at Jesse's place. Skyler reluctantly asks for Saul's help. Marie returns to an old pastime and a friend asks Hank for help.

   Director:David Slade

   Writer:Sam Catlin

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   Director:David Slade

   Writer:Sam Catlin
4. 

   8.2/10(168 votes)

   #4 - Bullet Points

   S4:E48/7/2011

   The Cartel takes steps to gain the upper hand. Walt and Skyler share an embarrassing secret with the rest of the family. Jesse's activities draw unwanted attention.

   Director:Colin Bucksey

   Writer:Moira Walley-Beckett

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   Director:Colin Bucksey

   Writer:Moira Walley-Beckett
5. 

   8.1/10(172 votes)

   #5 - Shotgun

   S4:E58/14/2011

   When Jesse goes missing, Walt fears the worst. Skyler has an unlikely reunion. Hank shares some bad news with Detective Tim Roberts.

   Director:Michelle MacLaren

   Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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   Director:Michelle MacLaren

   Writer:Thomas Schnauz
6. 

   8.1/10(171 votes)

   #6 - Cornered

   S4:E68/21/2011

   Skyler makes an unsettling discovery. Walter, Jr. pushes his dad into a questionable purchase. Jesse offers Mike some unexpected help.

   Director:Michael Slovis

   Writer:Gennifer Hutchison

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   Director:Michael Slovis

   Writer:Gennifer Hutchison
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7. 

   8.4/10(166 votes)

   #7 - Problem Dog

   S4:E78/28/2011

   A frustrated Walt gambles on a risky new plan. Skyler's business venture hits a snag. Hank recruits Walter, Jr. for an unusual outing.

   Director:Peter Gould

   Writer:Peter Gould

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   Director:Peter Gould

   Writer:Peter Gould
8. 

   8.7/10(173 votes)

   #8 - 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:Sam Catlin, George Mastras

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   Director:Johan Renck

   Writers:Sam Catlin, George Mastras
9. 

   8.5/10(169 votes)

   #9 - Bug

   S4:E99/11/2011

   Skyler's past mistakes come back to haunt her. Gus takes action to thwart his rivals. Jesse seeks Walt's help, with mixed results.

   Director:Terry McDonough

   Writers:Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett

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   Director:Terry McDonough

   Writers:Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett
10. 

    9.1/10(175 votes)

    #10 - 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
11. 

    9.3/10(182 votes)

    #11 - 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:Sam Catlin, George Mastras

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    Director:Scott Winant

    Writers:Sam Catlin, George Mastras
12. 

    9.0/10(176 votes)

    #12 - 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
13. 

    9.3/10(217 votes)

    #13 - 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