Breaking Bad is a critically acclaimed American television drama that aired on AMC from 2008 to 2013. The show spans 5 seasons and 62 episodes, and is widely recognized as one of the greatest TV series of all time.
Set in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the series chronicles the transformation of Walter White, a struggling high school chemistry teacher diagnosed with terminal cancer, into the ruthless drug kingpin known as "Heisenberg." Alongside him is his former student and partner, Jesse Pinkman, who navigates the chaos of the methamphetamine trade. Other key characters include Skyler White (Walter's wife), Hank Schrader (Walter's brother-in-law and DEA agent), Saul Goodman (a criminal lawyer), and Gustavo "Gus" Fring (a drug distributor posing as a legitimate businessman).
Breaking Bad blends elements of crime, thriller, and drama, exploring themes of morality, identity, and consequence. The show's rich storytelling and complex character development make it an excellent subject for analysis. This project uses episode transcripts to explore character importance and word usage throughout the series. Visualizations and data-driven insights help highlight each character's role and evolution across the seasons.