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One Minute

  • Episode aired May 2, 2010
  • TV-14
  • 47m
IMDb RATING
9.6/10
41K
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Dean Norris in Breaking Bad (2008)
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Tempers flare across Albuquerque: Walt faces a new lab dynamic, the DEA reels from a reckless act, and a silent threat closes in -- culminating in a chilling countdown.Tempers flare across Albuquerque: Walt faces a new lab dynamic, the DEA reels from a reckless act, and a silent threat closes in -- culminating in a chilling countdown.Tempers flare across Albuquerque: Walt faces a new lab dynamic, the DEA reels from a reckless act, and a silent threat closes in -- culminating in a chilling countdown.

  • Director
    • Michelle MacLaren
  • Writers
    • Vince Gilligan
    • Thomas Schnauz
  • Stars
    • Bryan Cranston
    • Anna Gunn
    • Aaron Paul
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  • IMDb RATING
    9.6/10
    41K
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    • Director
      • Michelle MacLaren
    • Writers
      • Vince Gilligan
      • Thomas Schnauz
    • Stars
      • Bryan Cranston
      • Anna Gunn
      • Aaron Paul
    • 49User reviews
    • 15Critic reviews
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    Bryan Cranston
    Bryan Cranston
    • Walter White
    Anna Gunn
    Anna Gunn
    • Skyler White
    Aaron Paul
    Aaron Paul
    • Jesse Pinkman
    Dean Norris
    Dean Norris
    • Hank Schrader
    Betsy Brandt
    Betsy Brandt
    • Marie Schrader
    RJ Mitte
    RJ Mitte
    • Walter White, Jr.
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    Bob Odenkirk
    Bob Odenkirk
    • Saul Goodman
    Mark Margolis
    Mark Margolis
    • Tio Salamanca
    David Costabile
    David Costabile
    • Gale Boetticher
    Michael Shamus Wiles
    Michael Shamus Wiles
    • ASAC George Merkert
    Nate Mooney
    Nate Mooney
    • Arms Dealer
    Luis Moncada
    Luis Moncada
    • Marco Salamanca
    Daniel Moncada
    Daniel Moncada
    • Leonel Salamanca
    Ruben Munoz-Soto
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    • Young Leonel
    Michael Showers
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    • Director
      • Michelle MacLaren
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      • Vince Gilligan
      • Thomas Schnauz
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    10and_mikkelsen

    This... BLEW MY MIND!

    Wow what an unforgetable episode! I am almost speechless writing this! This episode is exciting from beginning to end, with the last part being among some of the most intense minuttes of the show along with the likes of Dead Freight! I almost forgot to breathe! I could feel every heartbeat! Amazing direction! The show does not have many action scenes, but that one stands out as one of the best! Unforgetable

    Other than that this episode gave us some amazing acting! Aaron Paul really nailed it! A raw and emotional performance that stands out as one of the best in the season! He realy captured his character in this episode and gave us the best of him! Dean Nprris was also phenominal as Hank! They both stole the show!

    Best episode thus far.!
    TheMelancholySpirit

    Forgot how great this one was

    If I ever forgot just how intense and truly wonderful from start to finish an episode of Breaking Bad was, it was this masterful work of art. I mention this in a lot of my reviews cuz it's a favourite and particular important thing of mine regarding films that I like to see done splendidly and that is the cinematography/camera work/choreography and Breaking Bad is a delight when it comes to those. Scenery and lighting/colour too

    Another thing it does exceptionally well. It is a beautiful show to look at, with details and various colour schemes and lighting, as well as angles and shots that are long and up close, which this one does well, again. The plot in this one is excellent too, it's like part one of two is over for this series if it were divided. I won't spoilt it but if you have watched this one, then you know it's intense and shocking and anxiety inducing probably come first time viewing. Even still, to this day it gets me worked up

    Aaron Paul is out of this world in this episode Hospital scene 34 minutes in is unreal acting, master class piece there, undeniably. Dean Norris was truly brilliant as well. Whole cast incredible, intelligent and as connected as ever going into its end, which is both haunting and melancholic as it is smart, dark, unsettling, and heart racing. But in regards to this episode, as I said, it is so great

    I am amazed with how good at the writing was even just three seasons in. It simply is a top tier series and not overrated or overhyped I'd anything of that regard in my honest opinion. It's just good old, or should I say great old, simply peak TV viewing. Can't believe it finished over 7 years ago. Amazing show to this day the best
    Red_Identity

    One of the best television moments of all time....

    One Minute starts off amazingly, with one of it's best openings in quite some time. Not to mention that one quickly realizes even as amazing as the show always is, this episode is certainly a tour de force. The directing and writing have never been better, and neither has the acting. Aaron Paul has his shining moment here in a scene that is incredibly and emotionally draining for any fan. It's simply acting of the highest accord, and even the final scene. When it was over, I had my mouth open. I know this show achieves greatness often, but it is something special when it can still surprise me this much. There are 6 more episodes left of the season, and I can tell it will be unforgettable experience.
    10basharthewolf

    Great episode

    Great episode and great acting. This one of the best episodes in breaking bad.
    10tim-bayliss

    The best episode of Breaking Bad, ever.

    Without a doubt - the best episode of Breaking Bad yet.

    Dean Norris impresses me more and more every week with his pure acting talent - in the role of Hank.

    His acting is just bang on the mark.

    The direction and acting in Breaking Bad is just stunning, this episode is another example of that fact.

    Every moment of this episode just outlines how amazing the show is.

    Even what is not being said in Breaking Bad tells you a lot about the emotions and personalities of the characters.

    This was without a doubt, the best episode of Breaking Bad ever.

    I can't spoil a thing - but I think I should pump up this episode, so as many people as possible watch it.

    Because you can't miss this.

    It's pure TV Gold.

    Do not miss this.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      As revealed on the DVD commentary, Walt's temporary apartment home is actually creator Vince Gilligan's own condo.
    • Goofs
      Bullets are incredibly hot once fired. The cartel member would not be able to remove the bullet from the truck driver's vest without wearing gloves.
    • Quotes

      Walter White: Listen, something's come up. I think it's a good opportunity. There's been a job opening. I need a new lab assistant.

      Jesse Pinkman: I already did my time. Why don't you just get yourself a monkey?

      Walter White: I don't want a monkey. I want you.

      Jesse Pinkman: Oh, gee, thanks. Well, not interested. I got my own thing going on. And nice try saving your ass-hat brother-in-law.

      Walter White: That's not why I'm here, Jesse. There's more. It's more than an assistant. Partners. We'd be partners again. Split everything, 50/50, just like before. 1.5 million dollars. Each.

      Jesse Pinkman: No.

      Walter White: I don't think you heard me.

      Jesse Pinkman: I heard you fine. I said no.

      Walter White: You understand this: you are turning down one and a half million dollars...

      Jesse Pinkman: I am not turning down the money! I am turning down you! You get it? I want NOTHING to do with you! Ever since I met you, everything I ever cared about is gone! Ruined, turned to shit, dead, ever since I hooked up with the great Heisenberg! I have never been more alone! I HAVE NOTHING! NO ONE! ALRIGHT, IT'S ALL GONE, GET IT? No, no, no, why... why would you get it? What do you even care, as long as you get what you want, right? You don't give a shit about me! You said I was no good. I'm nothing! Why would you want me, huh? You said my meth is inferior, right? Right? Hey! You said my cook was GARBAGE! Hey, screw you, man! Screw you!

      [long pause]

      Walter White: Your meth is good, Jesse. As good as mine.

      [Walt leaves]

    • Connections
      Featured in The 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards (2010)
    • Soundtracks
      Breaking Bad Main Title Theme
      (uncredited)

      Written by Dave Porter

      Performed by Dave Porter

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    • Release date
      • May 2, 2010 (United States)
    • Country of origin
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Albuquerque Studios - 5650 University Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
    • Production companies
      • High Bridge Productions
      • Gran Via Productions
      • Sony Pictures Television
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      • 47m
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      • Dolby Digital
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      • 16:9 HD

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