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The Best Episodes Written By Thomas Schnauz

Every TV Episode Written by Thomas Schnauz Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 6 Episode 7 - Plan and Execution
    9.4/10(109 votes)

    #1 - Plan and Execution

    S6:E7

    Jimmy and Kim deal with a last-minute snag. Howard's investigation finally yields results.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  2. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - Winner
    9.2/10(96 votes)

    #2 - Winner

    S4:E10

    Jimmy turns the page on his reputation. Lalo tracks a loose end in Gus' operation. Mike is forced to make a difficult decision.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 9 - Bad Choice Road
    9.2/10(101 votes)

    #3 - Bad Choice Road

    S5:E9

    In the wake of Jimmy's traumatic misadventure, Kim takes stock of what is important. Jimmy attempts to return to business as usual, but it's more difficult than anticipated. Gus and Mike set a plan in motion.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  4. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - One Minute
    9.1/10(193 votes)

    #4 - One Minute

    S3:E7

    Hank's increasing volatility forces a confrontation with Jesse and trouble at work. Skyler pressures Walt to make a deal. Gus' actions have severe consequences.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  5. undefined Season 5 Episode 7 - Say My Name
    9.1/10(194 votes)

    #5 - Say My Name

    S5:E7

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

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  6. undefined Season 4 Episode 12 - End Times
    9.0/10(181 votes)

    #6 - End Times

    S4:E12

    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.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 9 - Pimento
    8.9/10(151 votes)

    #7 - Pimento

    S1:E9

    Chuck urges Jimmy to accept a harsh truth. Meanwhile, a deal threatens to go off the rails when Mike's ability to complete a job is called into question.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  8. undefined Season 5 Episode 10 - Buried
    8.7/10(182 votes)

    #8 - 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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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  9. undefined Season 5 Episode 6 - Wexler v. Goodman
    8.7/10(91 votes)

    #9 - Wexler v. Goodman

    S5:E6

    Kim tries to pump the brakes on Jimmy's latest scheme, but it may be too late to stop Saul. Mike turns the heat up on Lalo. Nacho attempts to enlist support from above.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 2 - Witness
    8.6/10(113 votes)

    #10 - Witness

    S3:E2

    Jimmy and Kim hire an assistant. Mike seeks out a mysterious acquaintance. Chuck uses the law to gain an advantage over Jimmy.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  11. undefined Season 6 Episode 2 - Carrot and Stick
    8.5/10(86 votes)

    #11 - Carrot and Stick

    S6:E2

    Harsh realities dawn on Nacho. Gus investigates his suspicions.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  12. undefined Season 4 Episode 9 - Bug
    8.5/10(174 votes)

    #12 - Bug

    S4:E9

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

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  13. undefined Season 4 Episode 2 - Breathe
    8.5/10(94 votes)

    #13 - Breathe

    S4:E2

    Jimmy seeks new employment. Gus navigates the fallout from Hector's collapse. Kim endeavors to support Jimmy in the wake of Chuck's death.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Nacho
    8.4/10(156 votes)

    #14 - Nacho

    S1:E3

    Jimmy pulls out all the stops to prove that his dangerous client is innocent, even though it causes some friction with Kim.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  15. undefined Season 6 Episode 11 - Breaking Bad
    8.3/10(92 votes)

    #15 - Breaking Bad

    S6:E11

    Emboldened by recent successes, partners throw caution to the wind and escalate their enterprise to new levels.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  16. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - Shotgun
    8.1/10(177 votes)

    #16 - Shotgun

    S4:E5

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

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  17. undefined Season 3 Episode 11 - Abiquiu
    8.1/10(179 votes)

    #17 - Abiquiu

    S3:E11

    Skyler gets involved with Walt's business. Hank struggles with his recovery. Jesse makes a startling discovery after meeting a girl at group therapy.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  18. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Expenses
    8.1/10(108 votes)

    #18 - Expenses

    S3:E7

    Jimmy tries to settle debts. Nacho reunites with an acquaintance. Mike helps Stacey with a project and makes a connection.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - Fifi
    8.0/10(111 votes)

    #19 - Fifi

    S2:E8

    Mike aims to settle the score with an enemy; an unexpected opportunity presents itself to Jimmy.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Switch
    7.9/10(128 votes)

    #20 - Switch

    S2:E1

    Jimmy and Kim's relationship takes a new turn. Mike decides it's for the best to sever his affiliation with an unrestrained associate.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - The Illustrated Woman
    7.5/10(53 votes)

    #21 - The Illustrated Woman

    S1:E3

    Joe and Juliana must act quickly as a vicious bounty hunter known as The Marshal arrives in Canon City. Tagomi makes plans with Wegener to pass valuable secrets from the Reich, and Frank plots his revenge against the Japanese.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Revelations
    7.4/10(49 votes)

    #22 - Revelations

    S1:E4

    Joe is increasingly torn between duty and his growing feelings for Juliana. While Ed tries to stop Frank from making an irrevocable decision, Smith's investigation is interrupted when he has trouble with his witness, and Tagomi's plan goes awry as events take a dramatic turn at the Crown Prince's speech.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  23. undefined Season 9 Episode 14 - Scary Monsters
    6.9/10(33 votes)

    #23 - Scary Monsters

    S9:E14

    Agent Harrison talks Doggett and Reyes into investigating a boy's claim that monsters killed his mother, who was officially determined to have stabbed herself repeatedly.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  24. undefined Season 9 Episode 5 - Lord of the Flies
    6.8/10(35 votes)

    #24 - Lord of the Flies

    S9:E5

    When a stunt on a local cable reality show goes horribly wrong resulting in a man's death, Doggett and Reyes investigate. But when flies pour out of the victims eye sockets, they find themselves relying on Scully's expertise and ask her to join the investigation.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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  25. undefined Season 2 Episode 7 - Hell Week
    6.5/10(44 votes)

    #25 - Hell Week

    S2:E7

    A Reminder from the Office of Student Conduct: God U strictly prohibits hazing. Students should never be called demeaning names, forced to wear humiliating clothes, or treated like any animal. If you see something, say something! No one will call you a narc.

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    Writer:Thomas Schnauz

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Thomas Schnauz Ratings Summary

"Plan and Execution" is the best rated episode written by Thomas Schnauz. It scored 9.408/10 based on 109 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 5/23/2022 and is rated 0.2 points higher than their second-best episode, "Winner".