Breaking Bad — Season 4

All 13 episodes in airing order, with first-run dates and viewer ratings.

1. 01

   July 17, 2011 · 1h

   Box Cutter8.2

   In the Season 4 opener, Walt and Jesse are confronted by the life-threatening consequences of their actions. Meanwhile, Skyler contends with a puzzling disappearance, and Marie finds it difficult to help a recovering Hank.

2. 02

   July 24, 2011 · 1h

   Thirty-Eight Snub7.8

   Walt tries to establish a new alliance as he plots his next move. Meanwhile, Skyler urges Walt to consider a business opportunity that could keep the family safe.

3. 03

   July 31, 2011 · 1h

   Open House7.3

   Goings-on at Jesse's place start to get out of control; Skyler reluctantly turns to Saul for help; Marie settles back into an old habit; and Hank hears from an old friend who needs assistance.

4. 04

   August 7, 2011 · 1h

   Bullet Points7.8

   The Cartel makes a power move; Skyler and Walt reveal something embarrassing to the family; and Jesse's misdeeds bring some unwanted attention.

5. 05

   August 14, 2011 · 1h

   Shotgun7.7

   Jesse's disappearance leaves Walt fearing the worst; Skyler has a surprising reunion; and Hank gives Det. Roberts bad news.

6. 06

   August 21, 2011 · 1h

   Cornered7.8

   A shocking discovery unsettles Skyler; Walter Jr. leans on his father to make a special purchase; Mike gets surprise help from Jesse.

7. 07

   August 28, 2011 · 1h

   Problem Dog8.2

   A frustrated Walt takes on a risky gamble; Skyler encounters problems with her latest business venture; Hank requires Walter Jr.'s services for an unusual reason.

8. 08

   September 4, 2011 · 1h

   Hermanos8.3

   Skyler devises a plan to cure her money woes; Hank recruits Walt to help him work out a theory, while Walt grows impatient with Jesse.

9. 09

   September 11, 2011 · 1h

   Bug8.2

   Mistakes from Skyler's past prove to be impactful to the present; Gus is spurred to action against rivals; Jesse seeks help from Walt but the results are mixed.

10. 10

    September 18, 2011 · 1h

    Salud9.1

    The family becomes gravely concerned when Walt doesn't show up for his son's 16th birthday celebration. And Jesse's lab skills are tested in Walt's absence.

11. 11

    September 25, 2011 · 1h

    Crawl Space9.0

    Walt moves to protect his secret and Gus; Skyler is stymied in her attempt to help Ted with his financial problem.

12. 12

    October 2, 2011 · 1h

    End Times9.0

    Hank leans on Gomez to explore one final lead, as Walt scrambles to protect his family. Meanwhile, Jesse learns some unsettling news and races to share it with Walt.

13. 13

    October 9, 2011 · 1h

    Face Off9.1

    The fourth season ends with Walt and Jesse squaring off against Gus. Elsewhere, Walt acquires a surprise confederate with help from Saul.