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Walter White
A meth producer trying to outmanoeuvre Gus while keeping his family.
ClearStory COMPLETE SEASON GUIDE · SEASON 4 · EPISODE 6
Breaking Bad
Cornered
The setup
Skyler concludes that Walt is in danger, while Jesse's growing role with Mike changes the balance inside the operation.
OPTIONAL REFERENCECharacters, places and useful termsContains story details. Open after watching.
QUICK REMINDER
4 peopleThe only names you need
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Skyler White
Walt's wife, running the car wash and managing the family's cover story.
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Jesse Pinkman
Walt's partner, struggling with guilt while Mike and Gus draw him closer.
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Mike Ehrmantraut
Gus's investigator and enforcer, increasingly responsible for Jesse.
WHILE WATCHING
Recap as you go
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AFTER WATCHING
Key story points
Hidden because this section reveals what happens in Episode 6.
Content note: Drug manufacture and use, organised crime, threat, violence, strong language and family conflict.
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