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The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 5

Every episode of Breaking Bad Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 5!

The Best Episodes of Breaking Bad Season 5

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. Background image for Live Free or Die
    8.6/10(173 votes)

    #1 - Live Free or Die

    S5:E1

    As Walt deals with the aftermath of the Casa Tranquila explosion, Hank works to wrap up his investigation of Gus' empire.

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  2. Background image for Madrigal
    8.3/10(153 votes)

    #2 - Madrigal

    S5:E2

    Walt and Jesse pursue an unlikely business partner. The DEA filters through various leads in hopes of finding something.

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  3. Background image for Hazard Pay
    8.4/10(152 votes)

    #3 - Hazard Pay

    S5:E3

    Walt and Jesse formulate a new business plan. Walt shares a secret with Marie.

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  4. Background image for Fifty-One
    8.4/10(148 votes)

    #4 - Fifty-One

    S5:E4

    Walt celebrates another birthday. Skyler contemplates her options, and an associate puts a crimp in Walt and Jesse's business strategy.

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    Director:Rian Johnson
    Writer:Sam Catlin
  5. Background image for Dead Freight
    9.2/10(161 votes)

    #5 - Dead Freight

    S5:E5

    Walt's team gets creative to obtain the methylamine they need to continue their operation.

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  6. Background image for Buyout
    8.6/10(149 votes)

    #6 - Buyout

    S5:E6

    Walt, Jesse, and Mike struggle over the future of their business, as occupational hazards weigh on Jesse.

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  8. Background image for Say My Name
    9.0/10(162 votes)

    #7 - Say My Name

    S5:E7

    Walt takes control of business matters; Mike deals with the consequences of his actions.

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  9. Background image for Gliding Over All
    9.1/10(158 votes)

    #8 - Gliding Over All

    S5:E8

    Walt takes care of loose ends; Walt makes a dangerous decision.

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  10. Background image for Blood Money
    9.0/10(159 votes)

    #9 - Blood Money

    S5:E9

    As Walt and Jesse adjust to life out of the business, Hank grapples with a troubling lead.

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  11. Background image for Buried
    8.7/10(149 votes)

    #10 - Buried

    S5:E10

    While Skyler's past catches up with her, Walt covers his tracks. Jesse continues to struggle with his guilt.

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  12. Background image for Confessions
    9.1/10(162 votes)

    #11 - Confessions

    S5:E11

    Jesse decides to make a change, while Walt and Skyler try to deal with an unexpected demand.

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  13. Background image for Rabid Dog
    8.7/10(156 votes)

    #12 - Rabid Dog

    S5:E12

    An unusual strategy starts to bear fruit, while plans are set in motion that could change everything.

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    Director:Sam Catlin
    Writer:Sam Catlin
  14. Background image for To'hajiilee
    9.4/10(178 votes)

    #13 - To'hajiilee

    S5:E13

    Things heat up for Walt in unexpected ways.

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  15. Background image for Ozymandias
    9.4/10(288 votes)

    #14 - Ozymandias

    S5:E14

    Everyone copes with radically changed circumstances.

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  16. Background image for Granite State
    9.2/10(170 votes)

    #15 - Granite State

    S5:E15

    Events set in motion long ago move toward a conclusion.

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    Director:Peter Gould
  17. Background image for Felina
    9.3/10(243 votes)

    #16 - Felina

    S5:E16

    All bad things must come to an end.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Live Free or Die" is the best rated episode of "Breaking Bad" season 5. It scored 8.6/10 based on 173 votes. Directed by Michael Slovis and written by Vince Gilligan, it aired on 7/15/2012. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Madrigal".