Phoenix

Episode aired May 24, 2009
TV-14
47m

IMDb RATING

9.3/10

34K

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Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Krysten Ritter in Breaking Bad (2008)

From explosive betrayals to well-timed magnetic blasts, surprises lurk around every corner in "Breaking Bad." That's why we cooked up a list of the most shocking moments from the series that deserve a revisit.

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Walter struggles to balance his growing empire with his responsibilities at home. Meanwhile, Jesse's relationship takes a turn that threatens to derail everything.Walter struggles to balance his growing empire with his responsibilities at home. Meanwhile, Jesse's relationship takes a turn that threatens to derail everything.Walter struggles to balance his growing empire with his responsibilities at home. Meanwhile, Jesse's relationship takes a turn that threatens to derail everything.

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IMDb RATING

9.3/10

34K

YOUR RATING

See production info at IMDbPro

Trivia
The website that Walter Jr. makes for his father, savewalterwhite.com, Is active. The donation button redirected visitors to the Breaking Bad portion of the AMC website.

Goofs
When Jesse throws the glass at the wall (and missing Walter), the periodic table starts to roll up before it gets hit.

Quotes
Jane Margolis: Do you know what this is?
Jesse Pinkman: It's a whole lot of cheddar.
Jane Margolis: This is freedom. This is saying, "I can go anywhere I want. I can be anybody." What do you want to be? Where do you want to go? South America? Europe? Australia?
Jesse Pinkman: Is New Zealand part of Australia?
Jane Margolis: New Zealand is New Zealand.
Jesse Pinkman: Right on. New Zealand. That's where they made "Lord of the Rings". I say we just move there, yo. I mean, you can do your art. Right? Like, you can paint the local castles and shit. And I can be a bush pilot.

Connections
Edited into Breaking Bad: Fly (2010)

Soundtracks
Green Grass and High Tides
Written and performed by Outlaws

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Featured review

10/10

We all watched Jane die

Jane's death in Breaking Bad is one of the most haunting moments of the series, showcasing the depth of Walt's moral decay. As Walt stands by, allowing Jane to choke, the scene is both chilling and heart-wrenching. It's a defining moment that marks his transformation into a manipulative figure willing to sacrifice others for control. The performances are stellar-Aaron Paul's portrayal of Jesse's grief is devastating, while Bryan Cranston captures Walt's cold rationalization. The moment lingers, forcing viewers to question Walt's humanity and setting the stage for the chaos that follows. Truly unforgettable storytelling.