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Breaking Bad has recently been catching on with teenagers and adults alike, for a good reason too. This show is about a normal teacher turned drug kingpin. Here is the Top 10 characters from the show ranked from most important to the least important, but fan-favorites. (Content by Kevin Raja)

1Walter White

The main protagonist of the show, White is an old, high school chemistry teacher diagnosed with terminal cancer who turns to drugs and crime as a way to provide for his family’s future.

“He’s just him.”

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Johnathan

Barklage, 11

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Mike Ehrmantraut

Mike Ehrmantraut is a “fixer” and right hand man to the drug kingpins. He is a veteran in the criminal underworld and an expert problem solver and strategist. He is stern and grim, but looks after those who work for him as best he can.

“I really liked his character because he was actually so cool and smart and he just felt realistic and genuine.”

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Jesse Pinkman 3

Jesse Pinkman was Walt’s business partner and a former student of his. He starts off as a naive street hustler but is transformed into a hardened criminal over the series.

“He’s very attractive and I loved the gas station scene and he is very caring.”

- Madison Snyder, 9

Gus Fring 4

Gus Fring is a mysterious and powerful businessman, involved in the meth drug trade. He is ruthless, dangerous and seemingly always one step ahead of his enemies.

Hank Schrader

Hank Schrader is Walt’s brother-inlaw and an agent of the DEA. He is a fiercely loyal and uncompromising member of the agency and does what he believes is right, even when it puts him in danger. His commitment to law enforcement sometimes causes tension in the family.

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- Maddie Higley, 11

Skyler White

Skyler White is Walt’s wife and mother of their two children. She is forced to confront her husband’s dark side while still maintaining her family’s safety and stability.

“I hate her. She’s the worst. She’s super annoying and grating.”

- Brendan Curtis, 11

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Todd Alquist

He is a hardened criminal who is willing to do whatever it takes for his uncle, even if it means killing someone. Despite his ruthless mentality, Alquist is respectful and even kind to people who have wronged him. He is a skilled tracker and able to locate almost anyone.

Lydia Rodarte-Quayle

9 Lydia Rodarte-Quayle is a powerful and dangerous woman in the meth business. She is savvy and cunning and is a master of manipulation, often playing people and situations to her favor and interest.

Huell Babineaux

A corrupt lawyer and “fixer” who helps out White and Pinkman with their criminal activities. He always looks out for number one, himself. 5

Saul Goodman

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Huell Babineaux is a recurring character on the show. He is a professional bodyguard and an associate of lawyer Saul Goodman. He is a fan favorite as well.