Breaking Bad

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Season 1
  • Network: AMC
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 20, 2008
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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9.2

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  1. Kostas_Spirou
    Jul 14, 2023
    9
    What a fantastic start, this season is pretty much everything you'd expect from this show, the origin story of Walter White and his slow descent into madness, so far the pacing is very consistent and the characters are great, but the best is yet to come.
  2. phoenix_prjct
    Jan 10, 2023
    8
    Final Thoughts:

    Breaking Bad’s first season is a brutal and emotionally intensive journey. Its characters shine with deeply personal and award-worthy acted stories. It builds strong foundations for future seasons, with rich character development and high stakes. Its slow pace and abrupt ending make it feel incomplete, but it’s a binge-worthy crime drama I am hungry to continue    Final Thoughts:

    Breaking Bad’s first season is a brutal and emotionally intensive journey. Its characters shine with deeply personal and award-worthy acted stories. It builds strong foundations for future seasons, with rich character development and high stakes. Its slow pace and abrupt ending make it feel incomplete, but it’s a binge-worthy crime drama I am hungry to continue consuming.

    For an in-depth look and more reviews like this, please visit my site (yes, begging): https://thephoenixprjct.com/breaking-bad-season-1-in-depth-review/?fbclid=IwAR2RRzpzuNta1tPKkkO3CHhCXojKkNHjmv2a8mIbCTmZMNsSzZCI60EDjGU    … Expand
  3. ReubenIsAGod
    Oct 1, 2022
    8
    More comedic, a lot of high tension drama. Honestly a very humble beginning to what eventually becomes a pitch black drama.
  4. DolphinReviews
    Sep 28, 2022
    7
    A great start to a show that would go on to be one of the best TV shows ever created. Going into Breaking Bad, I was expecting it to be heavily overrated, however, it was not. The show completely surpassed by expectations and has become one of my favourite shows.
  5. offthewall
    Aug 28, 2022
    8
    So far, so good. I'm late to the BB world but decided the other night it was time to see what most everyone really liked. I watched 5 episodes right off the bat, and am looking forward to many more. There was one user reviewer named Soothsayer who gave the 1st season a Zero. He rambled on and on, admitting he showed up at this site just to trash BB. To him I would say, " As one of the verySo far, so good. I'm late to the BB world but decided the other night it was time to see what most everyone really liked. I watched 5 episodes right off the bat, and am looking forward to many more. There was one user reviewer named Soothsayer who gave the 1st season a Zero. He rambled on and on, admitting he showed up at this site just to trash BB. To him I would say, " As one of the very few people out of thousands that gave a bad review, not just a bad review, but an over the top insulting review, I would say your perception of BB is rooted in something beyond the show itself. You have some issue that is evident considering your totally illogical viewpoint of the show. It seems there is something lacking in your thought process that negates any intelligent opinion. Too bad for you".… Expand
  6. KJ_20
    May 17, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Great cast, acting and wonderful plot. S1 is beyond incredible! Its full of emotion, sadness, happiness, shock and so much more, which makes this a rollercoaster of emotions and addictive TV.
  7. All_ButTrU4
    Mar 16, 2022
    8
    A perfect surprise of great television that unfurls slowly in unpredictable turns. Reinforced by stellar characterizations of in depth profiles that create an incomparable first season.
  8. Josephgamers65
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    Breaking Bad Season 1 is one of the best TV Shows I have ever seen this season is really good as the first season of this show All the characters u enjoy on-screen the main character Walt is one of my fav characters of all time I like Hank also brings laugh and comedy to the show when he is on screen the only character I got kinda tired of was Skyler so annoying in half of the episodesBreaking Bad Season 1 is one of the best TV Shows I have ever seen this season is really good as the first season of this show All the characters u enjoy on-screen the main character Walt is one of my fav characters of all time I like Hank also brings laugh and comedy to the show when he is on screen the only character I got kinda tired of was Skyler so annoying in half of the episodes worry too much about Walt which is really annoying Jesse was a character that grew on me in this season he is pretty good as the partner for Walt so all round Breaking Bad Season 1 is almost flawless got some episodes that are slow but after that, a really enjoyable show with one of the best characters I have ever seen that is Walt so I give Breaking Bad Season 1 an A- 9.00… Expand
  9. Onlyclassicvg1
    Nov 19, 2021
    8
    Conozca a Tony Soprano: su hombre de negocios promedio de mediana edad. Tony tiene una esposa obediente. Un hijo no tan obediente. Una hija llamada Meadow. Un tío que está perdiendo las canicas. Un sobrino impulsivo. Una amante no demasiado secreta. Y un psiquiatra para contarle todos sus secretos, excepto el que ella ya
  10. Abso_lute1
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    The first season of Breaking bad is astounding. There are many dark, funny and memorable moments that occur accompanied by beautiful cinematography. Even the plot itself is surreal because of the character called Hank who works as a D.E. A agent, while Walt himself is manufacturing and selling methamphetamine. Episodes like cat in the bag, Pilot, and even characters like Walt Jesse andThe first season of Breaking bad is astounding. There are many dark, funny and memorable moments that occur accompanied by beautiful cinematography. Even the plot itself is surreal because of the character called Hank who works as a D.E. A agent, while Walt himself is manufacturing and selling methamphetamine. Episodes like cat in the bag, Pilot, and even characters like Walt Jesse and Tuco help introduce us to the world of Breaking Bad, which is full of shocking twists and tragic moments.… Expand
  11. thesoothsayer17
    Apr 2, 2021
    0
    This is literally THE most over-hyped show of all time, and it definitely does NOT live up to it. I actually watched Better Call Saul first, and fell in love with that show, the story, the characters, and the acting, so I figured I'd give Breaking Bad a try and wow, was I disappointed. The characters are horrible, unbelievable, and thoroughly unlikable, the plot makes zero sense as itThis is literally THE most over-hyped show of all time, and it definitely does NOT live up to it. I actually watched Better Call Saul first, and fell in love with that show, the story, the characters, and the acting, so I figured I'd give Breaking Bad a try and wow, was I disappointed. The characters are horrible, unbelievable, and thoroughly unlikable, the plot makes zero sense as it meanders around in some half-assed attempt to tell a story, and you are left constantly wondering why you are even watching it to begin with as you are bored to tears. Even Walt, who has cancer, is nearly impossible to sympathize with, and Jesse plays the most unconvincing drug addict/dealer of any show I have ever watched. It is like watching something written by a person that has never even been in the same room with a drug, let alone ever done one themselves. I literally can't even finish the third season because every time I try it feels like pulling teeth, and I feel like I would literally watch just about any other show than this one. The first season actually showed some promise but with each episode the show just gets worse and worse and worse. I honestly don't think I will even be finishing the show because it doesn't even make me want to know what happens because of how completely awful the writing and storytelling is. I literally cannot believe that so many people like this show when most shows I have watched in my life are much better than this. If you have never tried watching this show by now my advice is don't even try. It is not worth your time. Even a Nic Cage movie is more entertaining and has better writing, and that is really saying something. Honestly, the only bright spot in an otherwise terrible show was the character Saul Goodman and the acting of Bob Odenkirk. I personally cannot wait for the last season of Better Call Saul, but I feel like the show is permanently stained due to the fact it was inspired by such a horrible and uninteresting show as Breaking Bad. I literally made this account solely to review this show because it was so horrible that I was compelled to let other people know so they could avoid the horrible experience of having to watch it. One of the all-time worst shows ever produced.… Expand
  12. TudorPopescu
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    One of, if not the best TV show ever made in every conceivable way. It's perfect.
  13. Felindie
    Jul 15, 2019
    8
    The plot is so much interesting and the acting is supreme, a must-watch one.
  14. efonsecajr
    May 1, 2019
    10
    Has a pilot had a better intro? lol. Madness. Started off odd, intense, and a lil mysterious.
  15. wavy
    Apr 25, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow. What a TV Show. I have never witnessed such a great TV show. The writing is impeccable. Its a thrilling drama from Season 1 and 2 wondering when Skyler will figure out that Walter White is a drug dealer, to Season 3 and 4 Walter White surviving with being Gus' meth cook and then just the amazing finish of this show. Season 5 of Breaking Bad was just amazing. The finish. Thats what really made this the greatest TV show in Telivision History.… Expand
  16. ammarahadvani
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. looking for a timeless show? something extraordinary ? .. there you have it BREAKING BAD... thanks to Vince Gilligan for putting his efforts and giving us an absolute tv show.
    the show unveils the story of a struggling chemistry teacher * who is an absolute genius in chemistry* and is diagnosed with terminal lungs cancer ... no money for such expense treatment and no insurance ... the guilt was killing Walt(the chemistry teacher) that he is going to pass soon leaving his family in debt... but later in week in Walt's brother-in-law (hank,DEA) busted a meth lab and caught around 700k dollar and being desperate Walt thought he can do a better job there the story hits and he finds his ex students(Jessie) involved in the making of that meth and Walt made deal with as partners as Walt being a cook and Jessie being the supplier.
    the above were the intro into the series ... this show will keep u on edge for all the season and the most ammazing part about this show is every next season is more dark and you would not go like no that season was a bit dull .. not in case of breaking bad .. there can be few episode where u will go like naayy thats slow but no trust me those are filler they are too relevant the coming episodes.
    each season will show the progress of Walt from a having a dull struggling life to a mass cook of crystal meth and finally in the end season the decline Walter white to the great "Heisenberg"
    my most fav. this about the way the episode were directed was .. when they revisited the prior episode in start and that was too deep and show that how the prior acts have consequences    … Expand
  17. HackFraud
    Mar 23, 2019
    9
    Rating for 1st season, review for whole series.

    Best crime show and character study ever made in my opinion, each season is only better and better
  18. naomi12345678
    Jan 17, 2019
    10
    This show is awesome. I didn't get hooked until the 3rd episode, and then it was binge-watch city.
  19. eva3si0n
    Jan 13, 2019
    8
    Excellent series which in a consequence became cult. The first season in 2018 does not seem something outstanding any more, after all there passed 10 years. But pictures of HBO and Netflix skipped away forward long ago, in each Breaking Bad series is felt that here saved, here decided to lower details. Perhaps such feelings arise only for the reason that it is only 1 season and all historyExcellent series which in a consequence became cult. The first season in 2018 does not seem something outstanding any more, after all there passed 10 years. But pictures of HBO and Netflix skipped away forward long ago, in each Breaking Bad series is felt that here saved, here decided to lower details. Perhaps such feelings arise only for the reason that it is only 1 season and all history only begins. But realism and giving of a plot it is magnificent.… Expand
  20. pjaguilar
    Oct 19, 2018
    5
    In the second attempt to see the serie, i finally could finish it. What was the problem? Well, to past beyond aaaalll the boring stuff, to see the few great moments of all...

    All in all, it was a release that finally finished.
  21. ErikTheCritic
    Oct 14, 2018
    7
    Bryan Cranston gives a brilliant performance in playing his role, and while there are very compelling moments throughout this season, it can feel sporadically dull at times.
  22. TheProAs
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    It's the best TV series that i have watched in my life. The characters are amazing, the plot, the realism, the jokes... It's very interesting and when you see the last episode, you miss it. 100% recommended
  23. stevenf49
    May 25, 2018
    10
    This is the show that Binging was made for. It is a main component of The Golden Age Of Television. Superb take down of what's wrong with our system. Superb!
  24. Dragonfly44
    May 5, 2018
    9
    While the show starts off with a slightly bumpy start, the first season proved that Breaking Bad would be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, TV Shows of all time
  25. JHango
    Apr 30, 2018
    9
    I have seen this 3 times! One of the best I ever seen.
    Great characters, great plot and it's good from the beggining to the end.
  26. partyfavor
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    This review is for the entire show. Breaking Bad is a genius masterpiece that graced the televisions on 2008. Although I started it late, I am thankful that I got to witness the greatness it has to offer. Great writing all throughout from seasons 1-5. Moreover, the actors in this series is also marvelously great. A brilliant must-watch!
  27. TheRussianator
    Feb 16, 2018
    10
    Breaking Bad, created by Vince Gilligan is a masterpiece of TV. With incredible acting, smart writing, and unexpected twists, this show will go down in history as one of the best TV shows ever made. If i could, i would give it an 11 out of 10.
  28. Scorsescock
    Feb 1, 2018
    9
    Writing isn't always great, and chemistry's not always accurate, but if you want to see glorious acting, directing, and character development, start this show.
  29. igorek
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    Very exciting show. The best crime Drama, the best show ever made!!!
    What actually happened to Mr. White?
    And make a continuation of the story, please.
  30. amheretojudge
    Jan 16, 2018
    9
    i'm the one who knocks..

    Breaking Bad

    It is a brilliant tale of a chemistry teacher who turns into a drug lord, is not only strong on the acting part but also in writing. A tight script with lots of surprising elements will easily hook you into it from the beginning, after which the character development is the strength of the series.
  31. luke100
    Jan 11, 2018
    10
    This goes for the entire show: it's brilliant, yes, but the final episodes are probably the best TV I've ever seen. So yeah, my score is obvious.
  32. wiiy71
    Dec 23, 2017
    10
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  33. DavidKrivick
    Aug 15, 2017
    10
    Great actors acting. As with the genre, there is tension in each series. One of the few series where the new season is better than the past. The plot is great from start to finish, everything is finished so that no questions are left. The best in her genre (criminal drama) and one of the best television series in the history.
  34. jdealz
    Aug 9, 2017
    10
    Those that don't like Breaking Bad don't have the patience or lack the understanding of what the show is saying. Some of the best acting in a Tv show ever, and probably the best show ever.
  35. ineedausernamen
    Jul 7, 2017
    9
    Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul are excellent as Walt and Jesse, the perfect meth making duo who are in way over their heads when they work their way into a huge empire that leaves a trail of countless dead in its wake, and tens of millions of dollars. Consistently entertaining, funny, and a great introduction to an outstanding series, the first season of Breaking Bad is some of the veryBryan Cranston and Aaron Paul are excellent as Walt and Jesse, the perfect meth making duo who are in way over their heads when they work their way into a huge empire that leaves a trail of countless dead in its wake, and tens of millions of dollars. Consistently entertaining, funny, and a great introduction to an outstanding series, the first season of Breaking Bad is some of the very best that TV has to offer- but seasons 2 through 5 are the best that TV has to offer.… Expand
  36. BlakDak666
    Jun 13, 2017
    8
    The first season of Breaking Bad is a promising start to something that will turn to become one of the best dramas and TV shows of all time. While it might have not every thing down to a tee, the shows characters and thematics start to creep through and throw you for a ride of the path less taken. Seeing Walt hesitantly enter the drug business and watch the partner relationship of him andThe first season of Breaking Bad is a promising start to something that will turn to become one of the best dramas and TV shows of all time. While it might have not every thing down to a tee, the shows characters and thematics start to creep through and throw you for a ride of the path less taken. Seeing Walt hesitantly enter the drug business and watch the partner relationship of him and Jesse Pinkman is nothing short of great to watch.… Expand
  37. shod3030
    Jun 5, 2017
    9
    When chemistry teacher Walter White is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given only two years to live, he decides he has nothing to lose. He lives with his teenage son, who has cerebral palsy, and his wife, in New Mexico. Determined to ensure that his family will have a secure future, Walt embarks on a career of drugs and crime. He proves to be remarkably proficient in this new world asWhen chemistry teacher Walter White is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given only two years to live, he decides he has nothing to lose. He lives with his teenage son, who has cerebral palsy, and his wife, in New Mexico. Determined to ensure that his family will have a secure future, Walt embarks on a career of drugs and crime. He proves to be remarkably proficient in this new world as he begins manufacturing and selling methamphetamine with one of his former students. The series tracks the impacts of a fatal diagnosis on a regular, hard working man, and explores how a fatal diagnosis affects his morality and transforms him into a major player of the drug trade.… Expand
  38. Noudjuhh
    May 21, 2017
    9
    This has to be one of the greatest tv-series ever. Great story, amazing acting and it's believable. At times it can have some boring moments. Especially the ''Fly'' episode is one you want to skip. But for the most part, a thrilling experience. Definitely want to watch this if you either like action or drama.
  39. Khalazza
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    This is the best Crime Drama show running on television alongside Dexter. The writing is simply brilliant, tough the series is a little slow but the acting of Bryan Cranston is outstanding.
  40. kwstas
    Apr 14, 2017
    10
    i have just finish this series and i want to say that this is a real masterpiece i have seen many shows but this i promise is probably the most genius tv program with a breathtaking scenarioi ever seen . there is so much emotion cz you feel a connection with the characters and the emotions are so strong like it is a real pain in my soul also a perfect example for people to learn how can ai have just finish this series and i want to say that this is a real masterpiece i have seen many shows but this i promise is probably the most genius tv program with a breathtaking scenarioi ever seen . there is so much emotion cz you feel a connection with the characters and the emotions are so strong like it is a real pain in my soul also a perfect example for people to learn how can a life can turn around and what games can fate play with us , definitely no person can actually get away with their sins we are all paying here and this series is a perfect example to show it… Expand
  41. MiguelSoares14
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    I can't even know how to say how awesome this was. The best TV Show i've seen so far in my life. After some less entertaining first episodes i wasn't expecting something so great to come. The transformation of Walter White is amazing and Bryan Cranston is a name i will never forget. Nowadays companies keep selling us what we want to see and they end up screwing up in the story line by notI can't even know how to say how awesome this was. The best TV Show i've seen so far in my life. After some less entertaining first episodes i wasn't expecting something so great to come. The transformation of Walter White is amazing and Bryan Cranston is a name i will never forget. Nowadays companies keep selling us what we want to see and they end up screwing up in the story line by not stopping where they should be. This was exactly what i wanted for so long. Something amazing from the beginning to the end. It keeps getting better and end up big and it will be remembered as one of the best Series of All Time.… Expand
  42. brandonsratings
    Apr 8, 2017
    8
    Vince Gilligan's groundbreaking television series begins with a bang, but there is a sense of something missing throughout this first season. At times, the show seems unsure of where it truly wants to go, and even feels forced - for instance, the exploding car at the gas station. However, any flaws present here are largely overshadowed by phenomenal acting on the part of Bryan Cranston.
  43. Vulthuryol
    Mar 9, 2017
    10
    this show is really good like really good if you haven't watched it get a netflix account and watch is now the characters are great with fantastic arcs and no moment in the show is bad at any moment
  44. niz32iqbal
    Feb 26, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Breaking bad is in my top 3 shows that include Game of Thrones and Narcos. Instead of the usual garbage on television, this is something different. Walter does an amazing job of juggling the many relationships he has, cooking meth and his battle with cancer. Supporting characters like Jesse, Tuco, Saul, Skyler, Flynn, the in-laws do an amazing job and each play a vital part in the show offering something new instead of just being extras. The entire show keeps reminding you of the bigger picture and the seriousness of Walter's actions. I could watch this show again and wished they had more than 4 seasons. This show actual made me binge watch the series. If you haven't seen it... get it watched.… Expand
  45. MasterRiley
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Breaking Bad season 1 may not reach the same levels as the following seasons, but it still in itself is amazing. From the very beginning it introduces a believable and lovable family, with fully fleshed out characters and an interesting plot that keeps you always wanting to come back for more. It has terrific performances, writing, and direction from beginning to end. It is a must see for all.
  46. barthebard
    Feb 7, 2017
    10
    Epic TV series - and CLASS A acting that will go down in history as one of the best series ever made!

    I never knew I could ever watch anything other than chick flicks until this series blew my mind away and started making my brain cells do their thing again.
  47. SocioStache
    Jan 11, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best shows in recent memory, Breaking Bad follows Walter White's struggle to provide for his family after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. However, he makes a decision that many of us would find very stupid: he decides to cook meth to pay for his treatment.

    The best parts of this show are its villains, unforgettable "heroes, the action, and the thought-provoking narrative. Many people have pointed out how illogical some of the characters' decisions are; but let me ask you: If you were a drug overlord who is slowly descending into insanity, how logical would you be?

    However, some of the characters felt a little annoying at times (none of the main ones, for the most part); and some episodes tended to drag. But in the end, Breaking Bad has all the ingredients of a great television show, mixed almost to perfection. And while not without its flaws - like any other TV show - it provides plenty of thrills, chills, and tears that will stay with you for a long time.    … Expand
  48. dr9188
    Jan 11, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There are very, very few shows where every series is consistently excellent (the only other I can think of is Fawlty Towers in its short 2 series run). Each series builds on the last, showing the morality compass of our protagonist gradually mutate from fairly understandable but illegal decisions (underpaid chemistry teacher with 2 jobs decides to help a failed student make meth as a one off to help pay bills for a new child) to entirely evil (literally becoming a drug baron in the midst of drug laws).

    You actually catch yourself sympathising with acts we would decry and be in disgust of because of how brilliantly the characters are introduced to us.    … Expand
  49. metadaun
    Jan 6, 2017
    8
    Very good and atmospheric start either ending. Very good and atmospheric start either ending. Very good and atmospheric start either ending. Very good and atmospheric start either ending.
  50. KayVen17
    Jan 3, 2017
    5
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 50/100
    Mein User Score = 5/10    … Expand
  51. Justice80
    Jan 1, 2017
    10
    This serie is amazing. I have already seen it twice and I will see it again very soon. I can't compare it with other series, Breaking Bad is the best show ever made in my opinion. Great casting and story telling, I can't complain about a single thing.
  52. russiangamer
    Nov 12, 2016
    8
    Очень качественно, но местами было ощущение затянутости некоторых диалогов, возможно нас просто очень близко знакомят с персонажами. Могу сказать, что у них получилось. За 7 серий я уже начинаю им сопереживать. Около 90% времени - это диалоги, которые интересно слушать.
    Надеюсь дальше будет только лучше.    Очень качественно, но местами было ощущение затянутости некоторых диалогов, возможно нас просто очень близко знакомят с персонажами. Могу сказать, что у них получилось. За 7 серий я уже начинаю им сопереживать. Около 90% времени - это диалоги, которые интересно слушать.
    Надеюсь дальше будет только лучше.
  53. gta3lcpd
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    Let's cook some meth biatch! Breaking Bad is a great show. Undoubtedly the best ever. It's funny, it's action-packed, it's sad. It really just tries to rape your emotions, and does a damn fine job of it too. It's creative, and ingenious in every way you can think of. Plus some of the methods of killing people are just plain badass. And who wouldn't think their teacher is a badass forLet's cook some meth biatch! Breaking Bad is a great show. Undoubtedly the best ever. It's funny, it's action-packed, it's sad. It really just tries to rape your emotions, and does a damn fine job of it too. It's creative, and ingenious in every way you can think of. Plus some of the methods of killing people are just plain badass. And who wouldn't think their teacher is a badass for taking cancer by the balls, shoving them up its own ass, saying, **** you!" and cookin' meth and slingin' mad dope. That's Breaking Bad. Walking Dead my ass. Game of Thrones can shove it. And that whiny **** Jesse Pinkman is also one of the best characters ever, but dammit, Heisenberg is where it's at. So, if you want a really violent, vulgar show about drugs, with an amazing story, great characters that you really feel for, and some of the greatest moments on TV, then let's break bad.… Expand
  54. Miqht
    Aug 20, 2016
    10
    When I think good acting, I think Breaking Bad. Seasons 1 through 3 are a bit slow however 4 through 5 is as if Vince slammed on the pedal creating perhaps the most exciting series of all time.
  55. francog258
    Aug 3, 2016
    10
    Best series ever made , Brian Bryan Cranston of work is majestic , it has everything you could expect from a great series , drama, humor, simply a playwriting class.
  56. smithjbran
    Jul 30, 2016
    9
    Breaking Bad is a complete show that's centered around the most challenging of human drama but intermixes comedy, action, and suspense into the core of the story.
  57. Scraper
    Jul 25, 2016
    6
    There was some cool stuff in this show, great job by the Jesse character, but it's relentlessly depressing. And man am I tired of the too-smart-for-you nagging wife character. I will be glad to die without seeing another too-smart-for-you nagging wife. It's almost as if a show, even as crazy and violent as Breaking Bad, must MUST include a family life with a dumb kid and aThere was some cool stuff in this show, great job by the Jesse character, but it's relentlessly depressing. And man am I tired of the too-smart-for-you nagging wife character. I will be glad to die without seeing another too-smart-for-you nagging wife. It's almost as if a show, even as crazy and violent as Breaking Bad, must MUST include a family life with a dumb kid and a too-smart-for-you nagging wife.… Expand
  58. GamecubeLover
    Jul 21, 2016
    4
    No no no. People like this show? The writing and acting is bland and gets stall after the first season. Honestly I don't see the appeal this show is mediocre.
  59. daeneryswift
    Jul 7, 2016
    10
    Amazing plot, amazing characters! Great acting tho! It's basically everything I search for in a Tv Show. The end got me in a puddle of tears and now I don't know what to do with my life, actually. Every episode kept me on the edge of my seat. Such a shame it ended :(
  60. mugen_is_here
    Jun 11, 2016
    3
    Horrible, **** show where the characters are very unlikeable, there are major plotholes, some major characters are so annoying that you really want to see them dead. And the protagonist - I can't sympathize with him just because he's about to die he's going to wreck other people's lives.

    The first 2 seasons did have an element of suspense. After that it was just plain awkwardness,    Horrible, **** show where the characters are very unlikeable, there are major plotholes, some major characters are so annoying that you really want to see them dead. And the protagonist - I can't sympathize with him just because he's about to die he's going to wreck other people's lives.

    The first 2 seasons did have an element of suspense. After that it was just plain awkwardness, cringiness and horribly unlikeable characters.    … Expand
  61. Suzana98
    Jun 6, 2016
    10
    One of the best shows I've seen in a long long time. Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul did an amazing job sinking into the true nature of the characters. Kudos to Vince Gilligan for coming up with such an amazing concept that stands out among all the other TV series.
  62. BreakingAwesome
    May 13, 2016
    10
    Сезон, с которого начинается чёрная полоса жизни Уолтера Уайта. Отлично проработанный сюжет. Очень много интересных и забавных моментов, в виде обрушенной ванны со второго этажа вместе с растворенным трупом. Или эффект гремучей ртути в здании Туко. Очень захватывающе...Сезон, с которого начинается чёрная полоса жизни Уолтера Уайта. Отлично проработанный сюжет. Очень много интересных и забавных моментов, в виде обрушенной ванны со второго этажа вместе с растворенным трупом. Или эффект гремучей ртути в здании Туко. Очень захватывающе...
  63. maziyaryahyaei
    May 10, 2016
    10
    Very good , Best, veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy veryyyyyyyyyyyyyyy gooooooooooooooooooooodd :DDDD , besttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttt
  64. stephen00
    May 7, 2016
    10
    This is one of best show ever made great writing and acting .The best show I've seen on TV in years.
    This is the best Crime Drama show running on television.Very funny while maintaining a serious and real tone.
  65. kismetric
    May 1, 2016
    10
    I was hesitant to watch this series because I didn't think it would be something I would enjoy. I was wrong. This show far exceeded my expectations and quickly became one of my all-time favorites!
  66. night4
    Apr 18, 2016
    10
    Hands down one of the best TV series ever made, and one of the very few to deserve a 10.

    The tension, drama, and acting are really what makes this show so special. Though I can tell you after having re-watched the whole series recently, another great point is what you'll get out of watching it again and seeing what you missed the first time around.
  67. aadityamudhar
    Apr 6, 2016
    9
    This is the best Crime Drama show running on television alongside Dexter. The writing is simply brilliant, tough the series is a little slow but the acting of Bryan Cranston is outstanding.
  68. Redeadhood
    Mar 29, 2016
    10
    Let's just say a classic was born.From the amazing plot to everyone's acting, this show is the absolute definition of masterpiece. Not only is the first season a game changer in terms of dramas but is an essential viewing for anyone who likes good entertainment. It all goes uphill from here, even though we are already at the top.
  69. Steven8786
    Mar 24, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The original run of Breaking Bad came to an end toward the end of 2013 as a show that, over its time, had gradually built a bigger and bigger audience as everyone jumped on the bandwagon of what was, arguably, one of the finest television shows produced in years.

    The season 5 finale drew an incredible 10 million viewers and almost universal praise. I was one of those people who, not so much jumped on the bandwagon for the first time, but jumped back on after losing interest following season 3.

    Before you sharpen your pitchforks and get a good, old-fashioned lynch-mob together, my losing interest in Breaking Bad was more due to my terrible attention span than anything else. I was a bit confused by season 5, namely because it followed probably one of what I now know to have been one of its most eventful seasons in season 4 which culminated in the demise of Gustavo Fring.

    I jumped back into Breaking Bad recently, having been bored one night following a routine porn viewing, I binged on a few episodes as Netflix subscribers are wont to do, and then I got hooked once more. What went from just the first three episodes of season 1, turned into another nightly routine of a few Breaking Bad episodes before bed until I run out of episodes to enjoy; that day being today.

    For those unacquainted with what is, justifiably, often referred to as a televisual masterpiece, Breaking Bad focuses on its main protagonist/antagonist, Walter White. A high school science teacher who is diagnosed with late stage cancer stumbles into the world of cooking crystal meth after witnessing one of his old students, Jesse Pinkman, escape from his own meth lab after being raided by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). Walter, by the way, witnessed this while on a ride along with his brother-in-law, Hank, an officer within that very agency.

    Walt sees an opportunity, an opportunity to make sure that his family is set for life, making them financially secure, as well as paying all the medical bills that come with chemotherapy. What starts as a small-but risky-venture to protect his family's future when he anticipates he will be long dead, turns into an obsession, a thrill-ride as Walt goes from a small time meth cook, to the King of the Mountain.

    Played by the brilliant, Bryan Cranston, the character of Walter White is, as he should be in a show like this, the most compelling character ever seen on a television screen. The show itself turns into a philosophical study of the ego, revolving around Walt, it shows him going from the wimpy good-guy (pretty much Hal from Malcolm in the Middle), to the ultimate bad guy, a monster only concerned with himself, his own status within the meth business as the legendary Heisenberg.

    As Walt moves up the food chain in this world, he pushes his own family away while embracing the new family he has created for himself, Jesse Pinkman as the son he seems to have always wanted, and his extended family, the loyal servants and dealers who will do his every bidding at the flash of a few thousand dollars. Walt throughout the show struggles with the consequences - big and small - of his actions until, ultimately, the consequences don't seem to matter at all to Walt. He is the very definition of someone being too big for their boots, while he ascends to the top of the ladder, he never truly becomes the leader of the pack he ends up wanting to be.

    He will always be just a mere imitation of those who do the drug business so much better than he, and that is what largely compels Walt's actions throughout the show, the drive to be better, the bitterness building within at the knowledge he will never reach that point. It's that fascinating understanding of what drives Walt throughout the show that makes Breaking Bad such a compelling watch. Sure, there are parts of it which are slow, or maybe slightly absurd, even for a show such as this, but it all works because of its central character, because they're cogs in the well-oiled machine that drives Walt's story forward.

    If you've not seen the show before, this is something that I strongly recommend. If you have seen it before, then, hopefully, you will understand exactly why it's so universally loved.    … Expand
  70. MSGru7
    Mar 22, 2016
    7
    While violent, the series is not formulaic. I do feel there were gratuitous scenes of Bryan Cranston in underwear and showing his naked backside. Somehow it was easy to get hooked to this gritty, dark plot. Some of the sub-plots were overboard in the realism of drugs and was depressing.
  71. TributeMan
    Feb 20, 2016
    7
    "You wanna cook chrystal metch?"

    Początek czegoś wspaniałego… 1 sezon jest dla mnie prologiem dla całej serii dlatego też daje mu tak niską (na tle innych) ocenę.
  72. Nicoteen
    Feb 19, 2016
    9
    "The first season of Breaking Bad is a brilliant 7 episode prologue and tells about the genesis of Heisenberg."

    + (positive):
    + Walter and Jesse
    + the change of Walter White
    + the failures
    + start of the meth story
    + thrilling
    + characters
    + structure

    - (negative) :
    - structure
    - it's getting bigger and better

    GENRE RATING: 9.5
    OVERALL RATING: 9.3
  73. Seansy00
    Feb 18, 2016
    10
    Whoever gives this show a bad review, is am imbecile in my book. This is one of the best TV shows of all time. It is a piece of art. A classic. I love this show!
  74. yosemite
    Feb 2, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Next to the Sopranos, the best serialized TV show I have seen. Very different plot, it all works. The boring chemistry teacher discovering his hidden personality. The scenic back drop of New Mexico. Great acting by all the regular characters. The weird, once in a lifetime characters seemingly introduced every episode. The "chicken man" , one of the baddest bad guys in TV history. Every season was good. Every character added something to the plot. It was just a great TV show .… Expand
  75. SokkorNinja420
    Jan 31, 2016
    10
    I haven't even seen it xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
  76. markjoseph
    Jan 22, 2016
    10
    I just finished watching Breaking Bad.It was really a nice show! We will be missing Jesse Pinkman and all the cast! The story is exciting and more thrilling no dull moments!
  77. IamEVIL
    Jan 21, 2016
    9
    Just like that, Breaking Bad got inside my life, and i have now to live like an idiot, constantly criticizing other TV shows, Breaking Bad make me believe in perfect storytelling. This is a very good beginning for a perfect show, even though i didn't liked that much the first time i watched it. Bryan Cranston in the best actor in the world. This is how it all started. 9/10
  78. peterf28
    Jan 10, 2016
    5
    Not bad at all. But sometimes really boring, especially when the women talk about stupid things for minutes . Otherwise ok, I'am finishing season 3 right now .
  79. jbrown8989
    Jan 9, 2016
    10
    The series starts off a bit slow after the first couple of episodes but then takes off from there. This show was very well written and one of those shows in which I had to watch the new episode right away. I actually watched this series twice and was just as good the second time around.
  80. GlauberInacio
    Jan 3, 2016
    10
    Best of the present series.
    The series is impeccable in all aspects , casting , directing, cinematography , soundtrack.
    It is one of the only series to have a means beginning and end without stretching . NOTE FOR BREAKING BAD MAXIMUM
  81. DanielwWhite
    Dec 18, 2015
    8
    Season of Breaking Bad is very original and very interesting to watch. Walt and Jessie are two very good main characters and do a great job playing their character.
  82. UltimateBub
    Dec 15, 2015
    9
    Breaking Bad's first season is not as good as the rest, but if this is seriously the worst they could do, then you have to know that the show is great. Amazing, actually. This first season has many highlights. The pilot alone is more than enough to watch the whole thing. I personally found the story very interesting and the characters as well. Now I will say this: the show, clearly, is notBreaking Bad's first season is not as good as the rest, but if this is seriously the worst they could do, then you have to know that the show is great. Amazing, actually. This first season has many highlights. The pilot alone is more than enough to watch the whole thing. I personally found the story very interesting and the characters as well. Now I will say this: the show, clearly, is not for everyone. This season is very graphic sometimes, depicting violence and such, but I feel that makes it very realistic too, which is a good thing. And by the end you'll be left hungry for more.… Expand
  83. xDaviD2kESP
    Dec 8, 2015
    9
    In my TOP 3 Best series ever, the story of evolution of walter its amazing, the secondary characters have are incredible too, just you MUST watch this TV serie.
  84. brittheim
    Dec 5, 2015
    10
    I was hesitant about watching this show because I'm usually into more romance and comedies but good thing I did! Honestly hands down one of the best shows I've ever seen. Brilliant story plot and the actors made it even better.
  85. gdiego135
    Dec 3, 2015
    9
    Breaking Bad is truly an amazing show, that should be your next binge watching show. It doesn't have many crazy moments but when it does their beyond insane and make you think to your self WTF just happened? It has very likable characters especially Jesse he's hilarious and sometimes the script makes you feel sad for him, especially the ending which was my GOD insane!!!!!! This show madeBreaking Bad is truly an amazing show, that should be your next binge watching show. It doesn't have many crazy moments but when it does their beyond insane and make you think to your self WTF just happened? It has very likable characters especially Jesse he's hilarious and sometimes the script makes you feel sad for him, especially the ending which was my GOD insane!!!!!! This show made me cry a few times which is a good thing because i know the writers are doing their job.… Expand
  86. loeis
    Nov 25, 2015
    10
    Amazing, simply amazingAmazing, simply amazing -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------… Expand
  87. HonestR3views
    Oct 12, 2015
    9
    I LOVE THIS SHOW!! Almost everything about it is INCREDIBLE! From the FANTASTIC acting from nearly EVERYONE on the show, to the stellar writing, this show is BETTER than The Wire, Mad Men, The Walking Dead, and EVERY OTHER show that comes out, EVER! But right now, we're talking about the first 7 episodes that are Season 1. Okay, let's start with the story. Bryan Cranston plays WalterI LOVE THIS SHOW!! Almost everything about it is INCREDIBLE! From the FANTASTIC acting from nearly EVERYONE on the show, to the stellar writing, this show is BETTER than The Wire, Mad Men, The Walking Dead, and EVERY OTHER show that comes out, EVER! But right now, we're talking about the first 7 episodes that are Season 1. Okay, let's start with the story. Bryan Cranston plays Walter "Heisenberg" White (he does incredible). Walter is a super smart high school chemistry teacher who is diagnosed with lung cancer. He has a wife, son, and an unborn daughter who he realizes that when the cancer kills him, he will leave them with nothing. So, when he finds out that one of his students runs a crystal meth empire and how much money he could make doing this job, he decides to join Jessie and start to cook. Now when I first heard what this show was about, I thought it was stupid. I mean, a 50 year old man just suddenly decides to cook meth. But then I saw the pilot, and the way they handle this story is executed is so damn impressive, i don't even think that the 16 emmy's that this show won doesn't do it justice. Now, I know that 16 emmy's are record shattering numbers, but it should have won EVEN MORE than that. Each character, every word that is spoken from these characters mouths, hell, EVERYTHING THEY DO ON THE SHOW IS INCREDIBLE! Now it's time for the "flaws" on this season. Now, Marie is not that interesting in this season, and her performance is okay. She grows throughout the series and I liked how she did evolve until the last episode we see her on. The last "flaw" I think is that the season is pretty slow. But that's not a big flaw AT ALL. I think the best episodes on this season are Episodes 1, 2, 3, and 6. But because of those "flaws" I give this season a 9/10.… Expand
  88. PCFORLIFE
    Sep 26, 2015
    10
    Perfect **** show, go watch it now, the best show ever, 10/10 100% glorious and is in glorious HD, The meth that Walter white sell, the cool blue crystal meth makes him millions, and his brother finds out in the few last episodes and his brother completely hates him and Walter brother gets shot in the head and buried, and in the very last episode Walter gets shot in the body and bleeds toPerfect **** show, go watch it now, the best show ever, 10/10 100% glorious and is in glorious HD, The meth that Walter white sell, the cool blue crystal meth makes him millions, and his brother finds out in the few last episodes and his brother completely hates him and Walter brother gets shot in the head and buried, and in the very last episode Walter gets shot in the body and bleeds to death. Warning Skyler is a **** skip all of her ****ing and whining, the son has some sort of mentally and physically retarded condition.… Expand
  89. IAmNotLying
    Sep 16, 2015
    10
    I don't know where to start. "Breaking Bad" is the best TV-show ever. I was doubtful for the plot. A chemistry teacher, Walter White (played by Bryan Cranston), gets inoperable lung cancer. To secure the future for his family, he starts a meth lab with a former student, Jesse Pinkman (played by Aaron Paul). I gave the first episodes a chance, and I was hooked. It was brutal action, darkI don't know where to start. "Breaking Bad" is the best TV-show ever. I was doubtful for the plot. A chemistry teacher, Walter White (played by Bryan Cranston), gets inoperable lung cancer. To secure the future for his family, he starts a meth lab with a former student, Jesse Pinkman (played by Aaron Paul). I gave the first episodes a chance, and I was hooked. It was brutal action, dark comedy, grade A+ drama and two of the most memorable main characters I've ever seen. Walter White starts as a humble man and in the end of season 1 he is the anti-hero Heisenberg, a meth dealer who is the creator of the purest meth in the country. If you want an excellent action drama, this is a must see.… Expand
  90. jossplacencia
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    you will can´t sleep trying to watch another episode after ends an episode (repeat this all the night) this is like the drug, addictive 100% loving and hating to the cast
  91. banda89
    Aug 13, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok, so I skipped this show since it dayview back in 08 and I'm glad I did. Never understood the hype behind Breaking Bad, sure the acting by cranston is great but I think all the memes, all the heisenberg T-shirts, the heisenberg costumes in a halloween party and the constant talk about BB made my expectations to great.
    I was hoping for a show that had a great character, I mean everyone has had that thought right? What would I do if I had a terminal disease? Would I be the next drug lord, talk **** about my worst enemie, or go punch that dude that I hate just because nothing can be worse than dying.
    And in some way this does happens, we see Walter struggle trying to keep it hidden from his family and then we see him screw everything for everyone later in the series. I mean Walter has moments when he is such a BA but most of the time comes out as a whiney b...ch. Skyler for god's sake is the best character but also the worst **** I mean he did it for you!!
    Most of the episodes are boring and barely watchable and when something good happens it lasts only a couple episodes. Early in the series you would think it's a comedy show, I mean everything jessie and Walt do goes wrong. EVERYTHING. It's like the three stooges.
    Anyhow that's my opinion, not a bad show, but can't understand why it was so succesful.    … Expand
  92. Muddsjr
    Aug 8, 2015
    10
    The acting is perfect, the character progression is intelligent and astounding to see. The twists of every episode are exciting and unexpected. It's the greatest TV show ever released, if you don't like it... How do I put this... You're very oblivious
  93. callumjsouth
    Aug 6, 2015
    7
    Slowly but surely we feel a part of Walter White's world. This is not Breaking Bad at it's finest but it still does more than enough to develop an intrigue and fondness within us towards a series with a lot of potential. In truth the first season lays the ground for Breaking Bad to go ahead and make real progress. There is potential for an engrossing story and captivating performances within it.
  94. fbtimesofficial
    Jul 25, 2015
    8
    Vince Gilligan's groundbreaking television series begins with a bang, but there is a sense of something missing throughout this first season. However, any flaws present here are largely overshadowed with phenomenal acting on the part of Bryan Cranston.
  95. Faphy
    May 29, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show made me love the protagonist and then hate him more then I all of the antagonists combined. That ending wasn't what I expected to happen but it was good. Best binge watching I had in a long time.… Expand
  96. vexarez
    May 29, 2015
    10
    Breaking Bad is just a perfect tv show about a chemistry teacher turning into a cold blooded drug dealer !
    To me experiencing the development of the characters is the best thing about the show.
  97. FakuB20
    May 28, 2015
    9
    La temporada 1 de Breaking Bad fue el inicio en el que mi opinion, nacio la mejor serie de la historia de la TV. Tal vez empieza un poco lenta, muchas conversaciones para los que son amantes de Duro de Matar y mucha accion.
    Pero cada cap fue increible y a esta temporada le doy un 9.
  98. clarky241
    May 27, 2015
    9
    The decaying world of Walter White comes alive in this first season of Breaking Bad, now regarded by some (myself included) as the greatest television drama of all time. Of course, the show is a notorious slow-burner; this first season is an introduction to our characters and the barriers that they must overcome, and at times may appear too slow for the casual viewer. There is no moreThe decaying world of Walter White comes alive in this first season of Breaking Bad, now regarded by some (myself included) as the greatest television drama of all time. Of course, the show is a notorious slow-burner; this first season is an introduction to our characters and the barriers that they must overcome, and at times may appear too slow for the casual viewer. There is no more rewarding experience, however, then the result of staying loyal to this series - take the crux of Season 1, the brilliantly explosive "Crazy Handful of Nothin'". In one episode we see the hazy beginnings of Walt's transformation, and the following seasons only improve on the quality of television on display here. A truly haunting and addictive season of TV.… Expand
  99. Basquilly
    May 27, 2015
    8
    Despite some awkward dialogue and some less than perfect acting throughout the 7 episodes, the direction and intriguing story of this show set it up for future seasons. A fantastic premise for a show
  100. NRNSW
    May 25, 2015
    10
    This is one of the best drama TV series to appear on our screens over the past few years. The acting is perfect, direction is quality and production values are high. During each series, there is one or two slow episodes - but watching every episode of every series gives back a lot to the soul.
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Metascore
73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    70
    The show, so far, doesn’t have quite the right ingredients--it could use something more combustible in the mix.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    83
    Breaking Bad mixes desperation and deviousness to yield a volatile, valuable product.
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  3. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Barry Garron
    80
    Give Gilligan credit for a pilot, written mostly as one long flashback, that is suspenseful and surprising. Cranston is always fun to watch and Bad is no exception. What's more, a strong supporting cast suggests there is a lot of room for this series to grow.
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