Breaking Bad is an American drama series created by Vince Gilligan, depicting the transformation of Walter White, an overqualified but underpaid chemistry teacher, into a ruthless drug kingpin. After being diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, he decides to produce and sell methamphetamine with his former student, Jesse Pinkman, to secure his family’s financial future. This dark journey explores morality, ambition, and the gradual corruption of its protagonist, who evolves into the fearsome Heisenberg. Through masterful writing and constant tension, the series dissects the downfall of an ordinary man into a world of violence, betrayal, and power. With unforgettable performances and meticulous storytelling, Breaking Bad is regarded as one of the greatest television series of all time.