Shows like Breaking Bad
Looking for shows that are like Breaking Bad? Take a look at these great shows sorted by online popularity today.
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    1. Better Call Saul

    #63 most popular show yesterday

    This spinoff prequel centers on the evolution of the popular character Saul Goodman before he became Walter White's sleazy lawyer. Fans of Breaking Bad will enjoy the dark humor, complex characters, and moral quandaries that are hallmarks of the original series.

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    2. The Sopranos

    #117 most popular show yesterday

    Focusing on a New Jersey mob boss balancing his family life with running a criminal organization, this critically acclaimed series offers the depth of character and moral ambiguity that Breaking Bad fans appreciate.

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    3. Ozark

    #219 most popular show yesterday

    A financial planner is forced to relocate his family to the Ozarks to launder money for a drug cartel. It offers a similar dive into criminal enterprises, family dynamics, and the spiraling consequences of one's actions.

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    4. Sons of Anarchy

    #251 most popular show yesterday

    This series follows an outlaw motorcycle club operating in California's Central Valley, sharing Breaking Bad's exploration of antihero protagonists and the consequences of living outside the law.

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    5. The Wire

    #261 most popular show yesterday

    This series explores the complex drug trade in Baltimore through the eyes of both law enforcement and drug dealers. Its gritty realism and deep exploration of systemic issues will resonate with fans looking for a similarly complex narrative.

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    6. Mad Men

    #303 most popular show yesterday

    Though not about crime, Mad Men offers a similarly deep character study, examining the complexities of its flawed protagonist in a morally ambiguous world, set against the backdrop of the 1960s advertising industry.

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    7. Boardwalk Empire

    #407 most popular show yesterday

    Set during Prohibition, this series features the corruption and criminal enterprise in Atlantic City. It echoes Breaking Bad's themes of power struggles, complex characters, and a protagonist's descent into darkness.

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    8. Narcos

    #533 most popular show yesterday

    Narcos chronicles the rise and fall of notorious drug kingpin Pablo Escobar and the Medellin drug cartel. It's a compelling watch for those intrigued by the intersection of crime and the drug trade depicted in Breaking Bad.