Breaking Bad

Unassuming high school chemistry teacher Walter White (Bryan Cranston) discovers he has lung cancer. Desperate to secure his family's financial future and finally free from the fear that had always inhibited him, Walt teams up with a former student to turn a used RV into a mobile drug lab. Guest stars: Max Arciniega, John Koyama, Steven Michael Quezada Written by: Vince Gilligan Directed by: Vince Gilligan

Walt and Jesse (Aaron Paul) attempt to tie up loose ends. The desperate situation gets more complicated with the flip of a coin. Walt's wife, Skyler (Anna Gunn), becomes suspicious of Walt's strange behavior.

Walt and Jesse clean up last week's mess and Walt must face holding up his end of the deal. Walt's DEA agent brother-in-law, Hank (Dean Norris), warns Walt, Jr. (RJ Mitte) about the dangers of drugs.

The DEA suspects there's a new drug kingpin operating in Albuquerque. Walt and Skyler reveal Walt's diagnosis to the rest of the family. A repressed Walt channels his anger. Jesse makes a surprise visit to his strait-laced family.

Walt and Skyler attend the birthday party of an affluent former colleague. Jesse attempts to go straight. Skyler organizes an intervention to convince Walt to seek treatment, but the financial burden weighs heavily on him.

Walt and Jesse cook more meth although Walt is plagued by the side effects of chemotherapy. Jesse's accomplice, Skinny Pete, makes an important introduction, and Walt strikes a surprising deal. The DEA's investigation intensifies.

Walt becomes more comfortable with his new criminal identity. Jesse, still reeling from what has transpired under his roof, decides to sell his house. Skyler's sister, Marie (Betsy Brandt), throws Skyler a baby shower and gives a questionable gift.

Walt and Jesse are vividly reminded of Tuco's volatile nature, and try to figure a way out of their business partnership. Hank attempts to mend fences between the estranged Marie and Skyler.

Walt and Jesse find themselves trapped with an unhinged Tuco. Marie and Hank comfort Skyler, as all three are distraught over Walt's disappearance. Hank pays a visit to Mrs. Pinkman on some not-so-official business.

Walt and Jesse cover their tracks, but as a result, both of their financial situations suffer. Meanwhile, Hank and his DEA colleagues have a break in their meth investigation that could lead them straight to Walt and Jesse.

Walt tries to reconnect with his family. Still suspicious of her husband's actions, Skyler keeps her distance. Jesse finds himself without a place to live and struggles to rebuild his life.

Tensions and bills mount at the White household. Hank makes progress at work, but suffers from the aftermath of his encounter with Tuco. Jesse takes charge and assembles a crew of dealers to get their product out on the streets.

Walt returns to work. Skinny Pete gets ripped off and when Jesse steps in to "handle it," he gets more than he bargained for. Skyler finally gets to thank Gretchen for paying for Walt's treatment.

When Walt and Jesse decided to expand into new territory, Jesse's recent behavior causes suspicion and puts the operation at risk. In order to get her mind off things and find her own identity, Schuyler looks for new career options which lead her to a familiar face. Meanwhile, Hank is finding it hard to find footing with his new colleagues and things heat up between Jesse and his new landlord Jane.

With the DEA on their trail, Walt and Jesse decide to hire Saul Goodman, a lawyer who has experience with clients that have been in "similar" situations. Meanwhile, Hank's relationship with Marie becomes strained as he begins to buckle under pressure.

Walt's health is on everyone's mind as they wait for news about his cancer and treatment options. Meanwhile, Jesse and Jane begin to explore new territories as their landlord tenant relationship becomes cozier. With his health and finances at stake, Walt's and Jesse's trustworthy lawyer Saul tells them to produce as much as they can, while there is still time left.

When the Whites host a thank you party for their family and friends the fun almost gets ruined when Walt and Hank get into a heated argument. Meanwhile, in order to keep his mind occupied, Walt becomes immersed in home improvements leaving Skyler seeking the comfort of her friend and boss Ted.

When Walt and Jesse's crew of dealers dries up, their trusty lawyer Saul offers an interesting alternative. Meanwhile, Skyler confronts Ted when she makes a troubling discovery at work. Jesse puts himself and the operation at risk when he tells Jane what he really does for a living.

When a new bundle of joy is added to the White family, Walt Jr. is prompted to use the power of the Internet to help his family financially. Meanwhile, things start to get out of control, Jesse's addiction gets worse, and thieves break into his place looting all their supplies.

Walt's marriage is on the rocks when Skyler becomes fed up with Walt's secrecy. Meanwhile Walt comes to Jesse's aid when Jesse's behavior leads to his own self destruction.

As Walt copes with the aftermath of the plane crash and Skyler's anger, Jesse comes to a new realization about himself. A new adversary tracks the elusive Heisenberg, Walter White's kingpin alter ego. Skyler seeks advice on the state of her marriage and confronts Walt.

Walt tries to reconcile with Skyler, but when his advances are rejected he takes drastic action to bring his family back together. A confused and angry Walter, Jr. lashes out at his mother.  With the help of Saul, Jesse makes a significant investment.

Walt ignores Skyler's demands, increasing the tension between them and pushing her to break bad. Saul entreats Jesse to persuade Walt to keep cooking. Still suffering from panic and anxiety attacks, Hank crosses a line at work.

Walt loses control as he reacts to Skyler's admission, endangering his job and his relationships with Saul and Jesse. Hank believes he finally has a strong lead on his investigation into Heisenberg's blue meth. An empowered Jesse adopts a new attitude.

Gus increases his efforts to lure Walt back into business, forcing a rift between Walt and Jesse. Skyler doubts her new relationship. Marie confides in Skyler about her concerns over Hank's well-being after Hank's actions tangibly affect his career prospects.

As Walt settles into his new surroundings and meets his new lab partner, Walter, Jr. demands answers about his parents' relationship. Gus faces increasing pressure from the Cousins and offers a shocking compromise. Hank's dogged investigation creates a significant and immediate problem for Walt and Jesse.

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.

The family waits for news about Hank. While Jesse covers at the lab, Walt attempts to placate Gus. After witnessing a disturbing outburst, Walt worries he and his family are in danger.

As Hank's hospital bills stack up, Skyler hatches a plan. Walt and Gus come to a better understanding. Jesse, looking for more independence, pursues a new opportunity.

Walt becomes obsessed with a contaminant in the lab and refuses to finish the cook until it is eliminated. A frustrated Jesse attempts to get Walt back on track.

Skyler gets more involved in Walt's business, much to his chagrin. Hank struggles with his recovery. Jesse takes an active role in his new enterprise, leading him to a startling discovery.

Against Walt's advice, Jesse lashes out . Fearing for Jesse's safety, Walt takes drastic action to intervene. A tragic event leads to a shocking confrontation.

With Jesse on the run and Mike in hot pursuit, Walt negotiates a bargain with Gus and concocts a disturbing plan to provide for his and Jesse's safety.

Following last season's cliffhanger ending, Walt (Bryan Cranston) and Jesse (Aaron Paul) anxiously wait to see what their drug lord boss, Gus (Giancarlo Esposito), will do next. Meanwhile, Skyler (Anna Gunn) desperately searches for clues to Walt's activities, while Hank (Dean Norris) continues his slow, painful rehab.

Walt (Bryan Cranston) prepares his defense against Gus as Jesse copes by reviving his friendship with Badger and Skinny Pete. Meanwhile, as Skyler (Anna Gunn) hatches a scheme of her own, her sister Marie (Betsy Brandt) struggles to deal with Hank's (Dean Norris) deep depression.

While Walt (Bryan Cranston) worries about Gus's interference and Jesse's (Aaron Paul) increasingly fragile state of mind, Skyler (Anna Gunn) steps up the pressure to get what she wants. Hank's (Dean Norris) moodiness drives Marie (Betsy Brandt) to lapse into some bad habits, which unwittingly uncovers a link that threatens to expose Walt and Jesse.

As Skyler (Anna Gunn) concocts an elaborate story to explain their finances, Walt (Bryan Cranston) worries when he discovers that Hank (Dean Norris) has begun a new investigation. Meanwhile, Jesse's (Aaron Paul) lack of interest in doing anything but partying catches Gus' attention.

While Walt (Bryan Cranston) worries that his partner is about to be killed, Jesse (Aaron Paul) is with Mike on a perilous run. Meanwhile, as Walt and Skyler (Anna Gunn) close the car wash deal, Hank (Dean Norris) decides to close his investigation.

When Skyler suspects that Walt (Bryan Cranston) isn't telling her the truth, Skyler (Anna Gunn) adopts a cold and businesslike approach toward him. Meanwhile, as Gus (Giancarlo Esposito) draws him closer, Jesse (Aaron Paul) proves his worth to Mike and Gus' enterprise.

Walt (Bryan Cranston) places Skyler (Anna Gunn) in a difficult spot with their new operation. And as Walt looks to protect himself against Gus (Giancarlo Esposito), Jesse (Aaron Paul) agrees to a dangerous proposition.

Hank (Dean Norris) amps up his investigation into the identity of Albuquerque's meth kingpin, while Saul (Bob Odenkirk) helps Jesse (Aaron Paul) with a project. Meanwhile, Walt (Bryan Cranston) gets an update on his health.

Walt (Bryan Cranston) struggles to subvert Hank's (Dean Norris) homegrown investigation, while a deadly warning forces Gus (Giancarlo Esposito) to consider a deal. Meanwhile, Skyler's (Anna Gunn) plans to run a legitimate business are stalled.

As Walt (Bryan Cranston) is recovering from their fight, Gus (Giancarlo Esposito) takes Jesse (Aaron Paul) to Mexico to seal his deal with the cartel. But as Gus unleashes his own deadly plan to retain control of his drug empire, Skyler (Anna Gunn) worries when her ex-boss Ted Beneke (Christopher Cousins) balks at using his unexpected "inheritance" to pay his back taxes.

As Skyler (Anna Gunn) tries to maneuver through a sticky situation, Gus (Giancarlo Esposito) and Jesse get back to work. But when Jesse (Aaron Paul) makes an ultimatum to Gus, Walt (Bryan Cranston) is forced to take drastic measures.

Ordering his family to take advantage of the protection the DEA is giving Hank (Dean Norris), Walt (Bryan Cranston) awaits whatever is in store for him. But when his girlfriend's son is poisoned, Jesse (Aaron Paul) teams up with Walt to go after the man he is convinced is responsible: Gus.

As Jesse faces police scrutiny for his comments to Andrea, Walt desperately plots to gain the upper-hand within his season-long game of wits with meth kingpin Gus.

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

Walt and Jesse seek out an unlikely partner for a new business venture. The DEA follows up new leads in its investigation.

Walt and Jesse put a business plan into action. Walt confesses a secret to Marie.

"Fifty-One" Walt celebrates another birthday. Skyler considers her options. An associate complicates Walt and Jesse's plan.

Walt's team must get creative to obtain the materials they need to continue their operation.

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

Walt takes control of business matters as Mike grapples with the consequences of his actions.

Walt ties up loose ends. Seeing the evidence of his success, he makes a startling and dangerous decision.

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

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

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

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

Things heat up for Walt in unexpected ways.

Everyone copes with radically changed circumstances.

Events set in motion long ago move toward a conclusion.

The series finale.