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.
Writer: Vince Gilligan
Air date: 2011-07-17
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: Walt and Jesse face the deadly consequences of their actions. Skyler deals with a puzzling disappearance, as Marie struggles to help Hank with his recovery.
Writer: George Mastras
Air date: 2011-07-24
Runtime: 46 min
Overview: Walt attempts to form a new alliance as he plans his next move. Skyler pushes Walt towards a business opportunity, in hopes of protecting the family.
Writer: Sam Catlin
Air date: 2011-07-31
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Events spiral out of control at Jesse's place. Skyler reluctantly asks for Saul's help. Marie returns to an old pastime and a friend asks Hank for help.
Writer: Moira Walley-Beckett
Air date: 2011-08-07
Runtime: 46 min
Overview: The Cartel takes steps to gain the upper hand. Walt and Skyler share an embarrassing secret with the rest of the family. Jesse's activities draw unwanted attention.
Writer: Thomas Schnauz
Air date: 2011-08-14
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: When Jesse goes missing, Walt fears the worst. Skyler has an unlikely reunion. Hank shares some bad news with Detective Tim Roberts.
Writer: Gennifer Hutchison
Air date: 2011-08-21
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: Skyler makes an unsettling discovery. Walter, Jr. pushes his dad into a questionable purchase. Jesse offers Mike some unexpected help.
Writer: Peter Gould
Air date: 2011-08-28
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: A frustrated Walt gambles on a risky new plan. Skyler's business venture hits a snag. Hank recruits Walter, Jr. for an unusual outing.
Writer: Sam Catlin
Air date: 2011-09-04
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: Skyler develops an unusual solution to her money troubles. Hank enlists Walt to investigate a theory. Walt's impatience with Jesse grows.
Writer: Thomas Schnauz
Air date: 2011-09-11
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: Skyler's past mistakes come back to haunt her. Gus takes action to thwart his rivals. Jesse seeks Walt's help, with mixed results.
Writer: Gennifer Hutchison
Air date: 2011-09-18
Runtime: 48 min
Overview: Walt's family worries when he doesn't turn up for Walter, Jr.'s 16th birthday. Jesse is forced to put his lab skills to the test without Mr. White's help.
Writer: Sam Catlin
Air date: 2011-09-25
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Walt takes drastic action to protect his secret and Gus. Skyler's efforts to solve Ted's financial problems hit a wall.
Writer: Thomas Schnauz
Air date: 2011-10-02
Runtime: 46 min
Overview: 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.
Writer: Vince Gilligan
Air date: 2011-10-09
Runtime: 51 min
Overview: Walt and Jesse team up to take on Gus. With Saul's help, Walt finds an unexpected ally.
