10 Interesting Facts About Breaking Bad
Breaking Bad is a critically acclaimed TV show that aired from 2008 to 2013. It follows the story of Walter White, a high school chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine manufacturer. Here are 10 interesting facts about Breaking Bad: 1. The show was created by Vince Gilligan, who originally pitched the idea as a “Mr. Chips turns into Scarface” concept. 2. Bryan Cranston, who plays Walter White, won four Emmy Awards for his performance on the show. 3. Aaron Paul, who plays Jesse Pinkman, originally auditioned for the role of Walter White’s son, but was eventually cast as Jesse instead. 4. The iconic blue crystal meth seen on the show is actually made of blue rock candy. 5. Giancarlo Esposito, who plays Gus Fring, is a classically trained ballet dancer. 6. The show’s title, Breaking Bad, is a Southern colloquialism meaning to “raise hell” or “turn to a life of crime.” 7. AMC initially only ordered 9 episodes for the first season, but later extended it to 7 more episodes due to its popularity. 8. The show’s RV, known as the “Crystal Ship,” was sold on eBay for $1,700 after the show ended. 9. The final episode of Breaking Bad, titled “Felina,” drew in over 10 million viewers, making it the most-watched episode of the series. 10. Breaking Bad has a prequel spin-off called Better Call Saul, which follows the story of Walter White’s lawyer, Saul Goodman.
