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Breaking Bad: Season 3

13 episodes Premiered Mar 21, 2010 Updated Sep 25, 2026

Breaking Bad Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 13 episodes. The series features Walter White, a New Mexico chemistry teacher who is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given a limited prognosis. The dramatic narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the crime and drama genre, capturing the ongoing evolution of the television series created by its production history. As documented in the background materi

Previously on Breaking Bad

Season 3 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Walter White is a New Mexico chemistry teacher diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given a limited prognosis.
  • ⚡ The overarching narrative involves Walter White partnering with Jesse Pinkman.
  • ⚡ The series is classified as a drama and crime television production.
  • ⚡ The narrative builds upon the events of previous seasons, featuring characters played by actors such as Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul.
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Season overview

Breaking Bad Season 3 continues the overarching saga across 13 episodes. The series features Walter White, a New Mexico chemistry teacher who is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given a limited prognosis. The dramatic narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the crime and drama genre, capturing the ongoing evolution of the television series created by its production history. As documented in the background materials, the series involves the complex dynamics between characters such as Walt and Jesse, as portrayed by Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul in the award-winning drama. The narrative arc builds upon the foundational elements established in the earlier seasons, maintaining the tension and atmospheric storytelling that define the production. The third season spans its thirteen-episode order, continuing the saga of Walter White and his entanglement in the criminal underworld while dealing with his terminal diagnosis, personal relationships, and the escalating consequences of his actions.

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Season 3 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 3: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (3): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (10): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S3·E1 Mytharc

No Más

Mar 21, 2010 · 48 min

Walt faces a new threat, on a new front and deals with an increasingly angry Skyler, who must consider what to do next with her life and the kids. Meanwhile, Jesse comes face-to-fa

S3·E2 Core

Caballo sin Nombre

Mar 28, 2010 · 48 min

Despite ever-increasing tension between Walt and Skyler, he pulls out all the stops in an effort to reconcile with the family. Elsewhere, Saul is instrumental in getting Jesse invo

S3·E3 Core

I.F.T.

Apr 4, 2010 · 48 min

Walt ignores Skyler's demands, furthering the rift between them and pushing her to break bad. Still suffering from panic and anxiety attacks, Hank crosses a line at work.

S3·E4 Core

Green Light

Apr 11, 2010 · 48 min

Walt loses control as he reacts to Skyler's news, endangering his job and relationships with Saul and Jesse. Hank throws himself into his blue meth investigation. Jesse enacts a ne

S3·E5 Core

Más

Apr 18, 2010 · 48 min

Gus increases his efforts to lure Walt back into business, forcing a rift between Walt and Jesse. Skyler doubts her new relationship. Marie confides in Skyler about her concern for

S3·E6 Core

Sunset

Apr 25, 2010 · 48 min

Walt settles into his new surroundings; Walt, Jr. wants answers about his parents' relationship; Hank's investigation causes problems for Walt and Jesse.

S3·E7 Core

One Minute

May 2, 2010 · 48 min

Hank's increasing volatility forces a confrontation with Jesse and trouble at work. Skyler pressures Walt to make a deal. Gus' actions have severe consequences.

S3·E8 Core

I See You

May 9, 2010 · 48 min

The family waits for news about Hank. While Jesse covers at the lab, Walt attempts to placate Gus. After witnessing a disturbing outburst, Walt worries he and his family are in dan

S3·E9 Core

Kafkaesque

May 16, 2010 · 48 min

As Hank's hospital bills stack up, Skyler hatches a plan. Walt and Gus come to a better understanding. Jesse, looking for more independence, pursues a new opportunity.

S3·E10 Core

Fly

May 23, 2010 · 48 min

Walt becomes obsessed with a contaminant in the lab and refuses to finish the cook until it is eliminated. A frustrated Jesse attempts to get Walt back on track.

S3·E11 Core

Abiquiu

May 30, 2010 · 48 min

Skyler gets involved with Walt's business. Hank struggles with his recovery. Jesse makes a startling discovery after meeting a girl at group therapy.

S3·E12 Mytharc

Half Measures

Jun 6, 2010 · 48 min

Against Walt's advice, Jesse lashes out. Fearing for Jesse's safety, Walt takes drastic action to intervene and tragic event leads to a shocking confrontation.

S3·E13 Mytharc

Full Measure

Jun 13, 2010 · 48 min

With Jesse on the run and Mike in hot pursuit, Walt negotiates a bargain with Gus and concocts a disturbing plan to provide for his and Jesse's safety.

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