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The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 4

Every episode of Breaking Bad Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 4!

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 becomes filled with a sense of fearlessness and an unrelenting desire to secure his family's financial future at any cost as he enters the dangerous world of drugs and crime.

Genres:DramaCrime
Network:AMC

Season 4 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Breaking Bad" season 4 is "Box Cutter", rated 9.2/10 from 31217 user votes. It was directed by Adam Bernstein and written by Vince Gilligan. "Box Cutter" aired on 7/17/2011 and is rated 1.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Thirty-Eight Snub".

  • Box Cutter
    9.2/10 31,217 votes

    #1 - Box Cutter

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 7/17/2011

    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

  • Thirty-Eight Snub
    8.2/10 25,824 votes

    #2 - Thirty-Eight Snub

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 7/24/2011

    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

  • Open House
    8.0/10 26,252 votes

    #3 - Open House

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 7/31/2011

    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

  • Bullet Points
    8.5/10 24,940 votes

    #4 - Bullet Points

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 8/7/2011

    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

  • Shotgun
    8.6/10 24,995 votes

    #5 - Shotgun

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 8/14/2011

    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

  • Cornered
    8.4/10 25,233 votes

    #6 - Cornered

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 8/21/2011

    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

  • Problem Dog
    8.8/10 26,137 votes

    #7 - Problem Dog

    Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 8/28/2011

    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

  • Hermanos
    9.3/10 29,548 votes

    #8 - Hermanos

    Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 9/4/2011

    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

    Writer: George Mastras, Sam Catlin

  • Bug
    8.9/10 26,591 votes

    #9 - Bug

    Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 9/11/2011

    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

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett

  • Salud
    9.6/10 37,078 votes

    #10 - Salud

    Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 9/18/2011

    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

    Writer: Gennifer Hutchison, Peter Gould

  • Crawl Space
    9.7/10 43,734 votes

    #11 - Crawl Space

    Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 9/25/2011

    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

    Writer: George Mastras, Sam Catlin

  • End Times
    9.5/10 33,425 votes

    #12 - End Times

    Season 4 Episode 12 - Aired 10/2/2011

    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

    Writer: Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett

  • Face Off
    9.9/10 79,252 votes

    #13 - Face Off

    Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 10/9/2011

    Walt and Jesse team up to take on Gus. With Saul's help, Walt finds an unexpected ally.

    Director: Vince Gilligan

    Writer: Vince Gilligan