Breaking Bad Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2008 · AMC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Breaking Bad
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Breaking Bad have?
Breaking Bad has 5 seasons and 62 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 20, 2008 to September 29, 2013.
Is Breaking Bad renewed, ended, or canceled?
Breaking Bad has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Breaking Bad?
It takes 49h 55m (2995 minutes) to watch the complete run of Breaking Bad. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 25 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 49.9 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 25 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Breaking Bad?
The highest-rated episode is Season 5, Episode 14 ("Ozymandias"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9.4/10 based on 390 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Breaking Bad?
Breaking Bad is available for streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Breaking Bad?
Breaking Bad has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Breaking Bad?
The primary ensemble cast includes Bryan Cranston as Walter White (age 70), Aaron Paul as Jesse Pinkman (age 47), Anna Gunn as Skyler White (age 58), RJ Mitte as Walter White Jr. (age 34).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Bryan Cranston | Walter White | 70 |
| Aaron Paul | Jesse Pinkman | 47 |
| Anna Gunn | Skyler White | 58 |
| RJ Mitte | Walter White Jr. | 34 |
| Dean Norris | Hank Schrader | 63 |
| Betsy Brandt | Marie Schrader | 53 |
| Bob Odenkirk | Saul Goodman | 63 |
| Jonathan Banks | Mike Ehrmantraut | 79 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Breaking Bad are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.