How Long Is Breaking Bad?

A chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine manufacturer partners with a former student to secure his family's future.

Total Runtime

2 days, 1 hour, 30 minutes

Episodes

62

Seasons

5

Avg. Episode

48 min

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Pace Hours/Day Days to Finish Finish By
Casual 1h 50 days Jun 25, 2026
Casual 2h 25 days May 31, 2026
Regular 3h 17 days May 23, 2026
Marathon 5h 10 days May 16, 2026
Marathon 8h 7 days May 13, 2026
No-Life 12h 5 days May 11, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Breaking Bad?

Breaking Bad has a total runtime of 2 days, 1 hour, 30 minutes across 62 episodes and 5 seasons.

How many days to binge Breaking Bad?

At a casual pace of 3 hours per day, it takes about 17 days. In marathon mode (8 hours/day), you can finish in about 7 days.

Is Breaking Bad worth the time investment?

Breaking Bad (2008–2013) is a drama series with a total runtime of 2 days, 1 hour, 30 minutes. Use the calculator above to see if it fits your schedule.

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