Breaking Bad: Season 4

2011 · 13 episodes · ★ 8.6

What Season 4 of Breaking Bad

Season four of Breaking Bad opens with Walter White already a heavyweight in the drug trade. His goal is still to secure his family's financial future, but each episode pulls him a little further from his humanity. His partnership with Jesse Pinkman deteriorates as Jesse realizes his former teacher is far darker and more criminal than he is. Meanwhile, Skyler looks for business opportunities to protect her family, Hank investigates on his own, and Gus gets caught in a conflict with his rivals.

13episodes

Jul 17, 2011premiered

Oct 9, 2011final episode

10.3 hrtotal runtime

Season 4 Episodes

4x01 Box Cutter
Jul 17, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 8.8
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.
Directing: Adam Bernstein · Writing: Vince Gilligan · Starring: Jeremiah Bitsui, John Lawlor, John Barbour, David Costabile
4x02 Thirty-Eight Snub
Jul 24, 2011 · 46 min · ★ 7.9
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.
Directing: Michelle MacLaren · Writing: George Mastras · Starring: Tank Jones, Jefferson Arca, Sarah Minnich, Marius Stan
4x03 Open House
Jul 31, 2011 · 47 min · ★ 7.8
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.
Directing: David Slade · Writing: Sam Catlin · Starring: Jennifer Hasty, Ralph Alderman, Marius Stan, Delana Michaels
4x04 Bullet Points
Aug 7, 2011 · 46 min · ★ 8.2
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.
Directing: Colin Bucksey · Writing: Moira Walley-Beckett · Starring: Jeremy Howard, David Costabile, Ray Campbell, Frank Andrade
4x05 Shotgun
Aug 14, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 8.1
When Jesse goes missing, Walt fears the worst. Skyler has an unlikely reunion. Hank shares some bad news with Detective Tim Roberts.
Directing: Michelle MacLaren · Writing: Thomas Schnauz · Starring: Rutherford Cravens, Ray Campbell, Nigel Gibbs, Ashley Kajiki
4x06 Cornered
Aug 21, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 8.1
Skyler makes an unsettling discovery. Walter, Jr. pushes his dad into a questionable purchase. Jesse offers Mike some unexpected help.
Directing: Michael Slovis · Writing: Gennifer Hutchison · Starring: Marius Stan, Damon Herriman, Blake Berris, Henry Herman
4x07 Problem Dog
Aug 28, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 8.4
A frustrated Walt gambles on a risky new plan. Skyler's business venture hits a snag. Hank recruits Walter, Jr. for an unusual outing.
Directing: Peter Gould · Writing: Peter Gould · Starring: Steven Michael Quezada, Jere Burns, Fran Martone, David Costabile
4x08 Hermanos
Sep 4, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 8.8
Skyler develops an unusual solution to her money troubles. Hank enlists Walt to investigate a theory. Walt's impatience with Jesse grows.
Directing: Johan Renck · Writing: George Mastras, Sam Catlin · Starring: Steven Michael Quezada, Javier Grajeda, Steven Bauer, Michael Shamus Wiles
4x09 Bug
Sep 11, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 8.5
Skyler's past mistakes come back to haunt her. Gus takes action to thwart his rivals. Jesse seeks Walt's help, with mixed results.
Directing: Terry McDonough · Writing: Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett · Starring: Rob Brownstein, Scott Sharot, Maurice Compte, Ray Campbell
4x10 Salud
Sep 18, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 9.1
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.
Directing: Michelle MacLaren · Writing: Gennifer Hutchison, Peter Gould · Starring: Carlo Rota, Maurice Compte, Tina Parker, Steven Bauer
4x11 Crawl Space
Sep 25, 2011 · 47 min · ★ 9.3
Walt takes drastic action to protect his secret and Gus. Skyler's efforts to solve Ted's financial problems hit a wall.
Directing: Scott Winant · Writing: George Mastras, Sam Catlin · Starring: Ray Campbell, Christopher Cousins, JB Blanc, Bill Burr
4x12 End Times
Oct 2, 2011 · 46 min · ★ 9.0
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.
Directing: Vince Gilligan · Writing: Thomas Schnauz, Moira Walley-Beckett · Starring: Steven Michael Quezada, T.C. Warner, Virginia Montero, Ray Campbell
4x13 Face Off Season Finale
Oct 9, 2011 · 51 min · ★ 9.3
Walt and Jesse team up to take on Gus. With Saul's help, Walt finds an unexpected ally.
Directing: Vince Gilligan · Writing: Vince Gilligan · Starring: Steven Michael Quezada, Myra Turley, Ray Campbell, Kevin Wiggins