Breaking Bad

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Season 3
  • Network: AMC
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 20, 2008
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. DolphinReviews
    Sep 28, 2022
    8
    Season 3 was the season Breaking Bad really took of for me, by the end of the season I found myself not being able to stop thinking about the show 24/7. I have to admit the episode “Fly,” is the worst in the series.
  2. Onlyclassicvg1
    Nov 27, 2021
    8
    dijo que Toy Story 3 terminó perfectamente. Quería que terminara así, pero también quería ver a Woody y su pandilla con un nuevo viaje nuevamente. Para el Forth, no solo es satisfactorio, también supera cualq
  3. Abso_lute1
    Oct 6, 2021
    10
    Season 3 of Breaking bad is amazing. Walter White slowly but surely starts to become his alternate identify of Heisenberg, a ruthless drug kingpin ready to make any decision, good or bad that would benefit the safety of his life. The writing and cinematography is superb and each character are fully realized(except Ted Beneke) and perfectly fleshed out. Even The character of Gustavo FringSeason 3 of Breaking bad is amazing. Walter White slowly but surely starts to become his alternate identify of Heisenberg, a ruthless drug kingpin ready to make any decision, good or bad that would benefit the safety of his life. The writing and cinematography is superb and each character are fully realized(except Ted Beneke) and perfectly fleshed out. Even The character of Gustavo Fring is indimidating, and a perfect villian that Walter and Jesse will have to face of against. My personal favorite episodes of the season are, half measure, full measure and I see you. Once again, Breaking bad gives off another solid season with unpredictable twists, memorable characters and a jaw dropping cliffhanger that will leave you wanting more.… Expand
  4. TudorPopescu
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    One of, if not the best TV show ever made in every conceivable way. It's perfect.
  5. SantiagoSantos
    May 13, 2020
    8
    Th first episodes were really boring. There were a lot of things happening but at the same time nothing was happening. But the season returned from episode eight.
  6. eli_fjr
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was the single greatest tv season in history. So intense and well acted/shot.… Expand
  7. Felindie
    Jul 15, 2019
    9
    Every season, 'Breaking Bad'' keeps leaving us speechles. everything here is flawless.
  8. ErikTheCritic
    Oct 14, 2018
    8
    The third season continues to evolve, as its story takes twists and turns in many different directions, while still satisfying the audience's expectations.
  9. Dragonfly44
    May 5, 2018
    10
    This season never lets up and never disappoints. If the first two seasons didn’t scream it enough, the third season definetely permits Breaking Bad the must watch title

    Rating - 99%
  10. Scorsescock
    Feb 1, 2018
    10
    This season makes you question the characters you loved as well as the ones you hate, it is really the point where Walter's intelligence starts to come through more. It gives you mixed feeling about all characters and makes you curious of how far they are willing to go. This season makes you wonder about all the characters and what they will go through later on in the show.
  11. ineedausernamen
    Jul 7, 2017
    10
    Some of the very best episodes of the series are in Season 3, a season which, while not, in my opinion, as amazing as the second season, still provides that dark sense of humor, awesome violence, fully realized characters, and fully developed storyline that made the series so great. If you've seen the first two seasons, there is absolutely no reason that you shouldn't see season 3.
  12. BlakDak666
    Jun 13, 2017
    9
    Season 3 erupts from the earth in a brutal and mind blowing series of events that feel as grounded and real despite the obvious comparison to a theatrical play. To see the characters become so powerful in development and pacing at an absolute perfection really goes to show just how outstanding Breaking Bad is and just how far Walt will go to survive in the meth business. Walter and Jesse'sSeason 3 erupts from the earth in a brutal and mind blowing series of events that feel as grounded and real despite the obvious comparison to a theatrical play. To see the characters become so powerful in development and pacing at an absolute perfection really goes to show just how outstanding Breaking Bad is and just how far Walt will go to survive in the meth business. Walter and Jesse's relationship is outstanding, the music used is great and violence is appropriately gut punching and ghastly engrossing.… Expand
  13. brandonsratings
    Apr 8, 2017
    10
    Bryan Cranston understands his role as Walter White so well that at times it's easy to forget that we are merely watching an actor portray a character. Additionally, season three of "Breaking Bad" is so brilliant that your jaw will literally drop several times throughout the show, most notably within the final five minutes or so of 'One Minute' and 'Full Measure.' "Breaking Bad" isBryan Cranston understands his role as Walter White so well that at times it's easy to forget that we are merely watching an actor portray a character. Additionally, season three of "Breaking Bad" is so brilliant that your jaw will literally drop several times throughout the show, most notably within the final five minutes or so of 'One Minute' and 'Full Measure.' "Breaking Bad" is phenomenal television, and this third season helps solidify that claim.… Expand
  14. MasterRiley
    Mar 14, 2017
    10
    Breaking Bad: Season 3 continues this shows gloriousness with more epic moments, plot twists, and character depth. The cliffhanger at the end of the season is the best yet, making it nearly impossible to not want season 4 immediately.
  15. russiangamer
    Nov 19, 2016
    8
    Хорошо, но слишком много нудятины, практически отсутствует динамика.
    Опять какая-то стадия разгона, как в 1 сезоне. Происходит крайне мало действа, стало больше нудных разговоров, интересные диалоги есть в каждой серии, но иногда 50/50 скуки и чего-то интересного. Было как минимум 2 серии на которых хотелось просто уснуть. Но крутые моменты всё так же присутствуют и это радует. Только под    Хорошо, но слишком много нудятины, практически отсутствует динамика.
    Опять какая-то стадия разгона, как в 1 сезоне. Происходит крайне мало действа, стало больше нудных разговоров, интересные диалоги есть в каждой серии, но иногда 50/50 скуки и чего-то интересного. Было как минимум 2 серии на которых хотелось просто уснуть. Но крутые моменты всё так же присутствуют и это радует. Только под конец сезона начинается движуха, прямо как в 1 сезоне. Будет хорошо, если следующий окажется такой же крутой, как 2 сезон.    … Expand
  16. smithjbran
    Jul 30, 2016
    10
    Breaking Bad's third season is every bit as good as its predecessors, if not even slightly better. The series continues to grow its characters and expand its drama without sacrificing the extraordinary yet nevertheless mostly realistic scenarios that are bred from the primary storyline.
  17. aadityamudhar
    Apr 6, 2016
    10
    I've never seen anything like it, refreshingly original and brutally logical. Brilliantly cast and acted all around. It manages to stay unpredictable with absolutely no hint of jumping the shark. Just watch it.
  18. TributeMan
    Feb 20, 2016
    10
    MASTERPIECE VOL.1

    Sezon 3 jest arcydziełem w każdym tego słowa znaczeniu. Atmosfera jest mroczna, muzyka idealnie dobrana, a aktorzy wydają się być granymi przez siebie postaciami. To jeden z najważniejszych seriali jaki kiedykolwiek powstał. Dajcie nam więcej!!!!
  19. IamEVIL
    Jan 21, 2016
    10
    This season was a complete masterpiece, the complete writing, the way that Jesse changed was simply amazing. And of course Gus Fring is one of the most intense villains in TV history, in this season he wasn't very explored, but of course that would change next season to come. This season has one of my favorite episodes of the series: Half Measure. 10/10
  20. DanielwWhite
    Dec 18, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Season 3 of Breaking Bad is easily the worse of any of the five seasons. The story line becomes painful to watch because of the tension and there is not a lot of movement in the plot.… Expand
  21. UltimateBub
    Dec 15, 2015
    10
    OK, just when you think Breaking Bad can't get any better, it does. The third season is superior. The characters are in their lowest, and the main villain is spectacular. I never liked Tuco's cousins, and because of that, when Hank confronts them... it's just too good to describe with just words. The action is terrific, the acting is magnificent, and I have nothing bad to say about thisOK, just when you think Breaking Bad can't get any better, it does. The third season is superior. The characters are in their lowest, and the main villain is spectacular. I never liked Tuco's cousins, and because of that, when Hank confronts them... it's just too good to describe with just words. The action is terrific, the acting is magnificent, and I have nothing bad to say about this show at this point (or any other). AND, the final episodes are even better. Period.… Expand
  22. IAmNotLying
    Sep 18, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The third season of Breaking Bad, about the teacher Walter "Heisenberg" White (Bryan Cranston) gone meth kingpin and his partner Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul), takes the series to a new direction. With the weaker season 2, season 3 is packed with lots of action. The first big antagonists, Gus Fring (Giancarlo Esposito) and his partner Mike Ehrmantraut (Jonathan Banks), is properly introduced (they were both briefly in season 2). Skyler (Anna Gunn) has left Walter. Jesse is in chock over the death of his girlfriend Jane (Krysten Ritter). DEA agent and Walter's brother-in-law Hank Schrader (Dean Norris) can't keep up with the man only known as "Heisenberg". Meanwhile, two twins are after Walter and Hank. I really think this was a big upswing for the series. Instead of the focus on drama and dark comedy, season 3 takes both genres, but spice it up with lots of action. Again, this series proves why this is one of the best shows ever (for me, it's my favourite).

    Best episode - Episode 12 "Half Measures"
    Worst episode (weakest episode) - Episode 11 "Abiquiu"    … Expand
  23. callumjsouth
    Aug 6, 2015
    8
    The potential I sensed begins to come to the fore. It's unpredictable yet still has a sense of direction through which it can impressively hold the viewer. We see how well Walt and Jesse can deal with a new sticky situation. Season 3 draws the dastardly duo closer together as they develop into a more effective team, something that you could certainly not say during season 2. Walt'sThe potential I sensed begins to come to the fore. It's unpredictable yet still has a sense of direction through which it can impressively hold the viewer. We see how well Walt and Jesse can deal with a new sticky situation. Season 3 draws the dastardly duo closer together as they develop into a more effective team, something that you could certainly not say during season 2. Walt's transformation from a humble family man to a ruthless criminal becomes even more apparent (to our pleasure), especially during 'Half Measures'. As always all the main/secondary roles are carried out with perfection. The most climactic points of the season left me feeling numb they were so intense. Season 3 elevates Breaking Bad. It is very impressive and flies the flag for the show so far.… Expand
  24. jeffrey3146
    Aug 2, 2015
    10
    HONOR AMONG THIEVES?a brief synopsis of the throw away episode number 5('MAS'),which is a prelude or buildup to episode 6.7, the dramatic shootout,where the Salamanca brothers,Hector & leonel( is that correct?)avenge the death of their cousin,Tuco,& go against the wishes of their boss,'La Bolsa.'(Juan something,I forgot)>>I am currently slogging through season 3,most of these episodes haveHONOR AMONG THIEVES?a brief synopsis of the throw away episode number 5('MAS'),which is a prelude or buildup to episode 6.7, the dramatic shootout,where the Salamanca brothers,Hector & leonel( is that correct?)avenge the death of their cousin,Tuco,& go against the wishes of their boss,'La Bolsa.'(Juan something,I forgot)>>I am currently slogging through season 3,most of these episodes have been long forgotten by your loyal subscribers,but I just like to recap for those who are new to this tv crime saga.>> >>'..SKylar is finishing her shower after a lover's tryst at Ted's house( her boss at Benecke company)--Walt, SKylar,& walt,Jr. are quietly eating dinner at the family home(the married relationship is tenuous at best & walt is desperately trying to get back in the good graces of Skylar,what with the chores of taking care of the new baby falling to both Walt & skylar.>> Scene #: ?: Steven Gomez(Hank's partner) informs Hank that he is departing to work for the DEA in El Paso,much to the dismay of Hank. Hank comes home & bickers with his wife that he is doing important work on a case(apprehending Jesse Pinkman).>>Scene#? : ..Hank is sitting in his DEA office trying to go down a list of at lease 28 RV's registered in the county,trying to figure out which one could be the Holy Grail'.(Jesse Pinkman's mobile METH factory). Hank attends a going away party for steve Gomez,who is departing for El Paso. FInally, an office worker hands Hank one last RV registration that is suspect.>>scene# ?: Skylar accidentally walks into the baby's bedroom & discovers a duffel bag filled w/ at least several thousands of dollars. Skylar confided to her lawyer about trying to convince Walt to sign the divorce papers. The lawyer admonishes Skylar that she is now an accessory after the fact--an accomplice to a drug dealer,& demands that she get out of the house as soon as possible to avoid facing criminal charges. >>Scene# ?: ...Walt takes a meeting in Saul's chambers w/ Jesse.There is a concession(Jesse) that 10% of all future profits be given to Jesse(?)...Walt informs Jesse that Walt is now in the employ of GUs Frimg again(offered $3 million for 3 mos.of his time) JEsse storms out of Saul's law office & throws a chunk of concrete thru Walt's car. >>Scene #?:...meanwhile,Hank is hot on the trail, following up on his lead of a dubious RV registration. He knocks on the door of the owner of the RV, the housewife opens the door & says,'...My son, he was shot 2 months ago. (Christian "COmbo" Ortega) . Hank asks to see COmbo's bedroom & sees a photo of COmbo & jesse at the strip club.[end of episode 5('MAS')]… Expand
  25. fbtimesofficial
    Jul 25, 2015
    10
    Bryan Cranston understands his role as Walter White so well that at times it's easy to forget that we are merely watching an actor portray a character. Additionally, season three of Breaking Bad is so brilliant that your jaw will literally drop several times throughout the show, most notably within the final five minutes or so of One Minute and Full Measure. Cliffhanger after cliffhanger,Bryan Cranston understands his role as Walter White so well that at times it's easy to forget that we are merely watching an actor portray a character. Additionally, season three of Breaking Bad is so brilliant that your jaw will literally drop several times throughout the show, most notably within the final five minutes or so of One Minute and Full Measure. Cliffhanger after cliffhanger, development after development, frame after frame, word after word, second after second. Breaking Bad is phenomenal television, and this third season helps solidify that claim.… Expand
  26. FakuB20
    May 28, 2015
    10
    Esta temporada es de las mas epicas de todas, tiene momentos que marcan tu forma de ver TV y tanta tension que llegas a sudar. Te mantiene al borde de la TV para saber como sigue... paros cardiacos incluidos en esta temporada. 10/10
  27. Basquilly
    May 27, 2015
    10
    The best season yet, the third improves across the board, raising the stakes set in early days of the Walter White and Jesse Pinkman alliance. This season truly sets this show apart from the rest.
  28. 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.
  29. fbtimes
    Mar 30, 2015
    10
    Bryan Cranston understands his role as Walter White so well that at times it's easy to forget that we are merely watching an actor portray a character. Additionally, season three of Breaking Bad is so brilliant that your jaw will literally drop several times throughout the show, most notably within the final five minutes or so of One Minute and Full Measure. Cliffhanger after cliffhanger,Bryan Cranston understands his role as Walter White so well that at times it's easy to forget that we are merely watching an actor portray a character. Additionally, season three of Breaking Bad is so brilliant that your jaw will literally drop several times throughout the show, most notably within the final five minutes or so of One Minute and Full Measure. Cliffhanger after cliffhanger, development after development, frame after frame, word after word, second after second. Breaking Bad is phenomenal television, and this third season helps solidify that claim.… Expand
  30. DeusWin
    Sep 30, 2014
    9
    Сезон, чуть менее интересный, но более эффектный, нежели предыдущий. Серия с мухой для меня до сих пор является одной из лучших.
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#3 Best TV Season of 2010
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#3 Most Discussed TV Season of 2010
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#12 Most Shared TV Season of 2010

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89

Universal acclaim - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    90
    When people ask me to recommend good TV, they never seem to have heard about it. Yup, Breaking Bad is that series.
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  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Paige Wiser
    88
    The bleakness is a little relentless for my taste, but you have to marvel at the series' dark vision. Odenkirk is working with the best of the best, and he knows it.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    91
    Breaking Bad has, in short, everything you could want from an hour-long show: suspense, laughs, danger, and poignance.
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