Breaking Bad (2008)

Synopsis

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.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
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Buy

• Amazon Video
• Apple TV Store
• Google Play Movies
• Fandango At Home

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Bryan Cranston as Walter White
• Aaron Paul as Jesse Pinkman
• Anna Gunn as Skyler White
• RJ Mitte as Walter White Jr.
• Dean Norris as Hank Schrader
• Betsy Brandt as Marie Schrader
• Bob Odenkirk as Saul Goodman
• Jonathan Banks as Mike Ehrmantraut
• Steven Michael Quezada as Steven Gomez
• Giancarlo Esposito as Gustavo Fring

If you liked Breaking Bad, try

• Tulsa King
• Animal Kingdom
• Hannibal
• The Practice
• Snowfall
• Narcos
• Pluribus
• Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion

BingeNext's take

If you’re into intense dramas that mix crime with deep character struggles, Breaking Bad is a must-watch. It follows Walter White, a New Mexico chemistry teacher who, after a cancer diagnosis, decides to take extreme measures to protect his family’s future. The show feels gripping and raw, with Bryan Cranston leading a fantastic cast that brings every twist and turn to life. It’s perfect for those who like stories where the stakes keep rising and you get to see how far someone will go when pushed to the edge. With five seasons and 62 episodes, it’s a commitment that pays off with a lot of memorable moments and complex relationships. If you’ve enjoyed shows like Tulsa King or Animal Kingdom, Breaking Bad will likely hit the right spot for you.