Nearly 17 years ago, producer Vince Gilligan brought the universe of Breaking Bad to Netflix. Since then, Breaking Bad has evolved from a simple American drama to a cultural phenomenon.
With their contract expiring soon, viewers only have so much time to immerse themselves in the world’s greatest TV series on the most convenient streaming service. Breaking Bad will depart Netflix in April of 2027. It was originally set to leave on February 10, 2025. The license was extended due to the final season of Breaking Bad’s spinoff, Better Call Saul, being released. New viewers have a lot to catch up on, as Breaking Bad and its legendary five-season run sprouted a four-season spin-off show, and a movie to explore the fate of one of the most beloved characters.
Breaking Bad is one of the most critically acclaimed TV shows with 16 primetime Emmys and two Golden Globes. The show received nearly 100 awards. The performances of the actors accounted for countless awards as well. Bryan Cranston received six Emmys and two Golden Globes for his performance as Walter White. Aaron Paul received three Emmys for his supporting role as Jesse Pinkman from 2010-14; actress Anna Gunn as Skylar White was the only person stopping him from winning four in a row.
Alongside the critical acclaim, it is the highest-rated TV show on IMDb, boasting a 9.5 across its 62-episode run. It also holds the title for the only 10/10 rated episode, Ozymandias. It has been a cultural phenomenon and the hype has seemingly never died since its release. It is widely considered the greatest TV show ever, so viewers should take advantage of the franchise being available on Netflix.
Breaking Bad has so much to offer a viewer, even 12 years after the finale aired. Watching this series has highs and lows, the plot is interesting and the concept is fresh. Like any good story, the ending is near perfection with the greatest episodes of the show being the final ones.
There is no more satisfying way to spend 47 hours than witnessing the greatest character arc in all of fiction with the sweetest conclusion anyone could write. `