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Breaking Bad Crowned Best 21st Century TV Show
12 Oct
Summary
- Breaking Bad ranked number one on the 100 best TV shows of the 21st century.
- The New York Times list was compiled from 516 television industry professionals.
- Bryan Cranston expressed pride in the show's esteemed recognition.
The critically acclaimed series Breaking Bad has achieved the highest honor, securing the No. 1 position on The New York Times' compiled list of the 100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century. This recognition comes from 516 television industry professionals, including actors, writers, and producers, who voted on shows premiering on or after January 1, 2000.
Bryan Cranston, who portrayed the iconic Walter White, shared his deep sense of pride in the achievement. The series, which aired from January 2008 to September 2013, followed a chemistry teacher's transformation into a methamphetamine producer. Breaking Bad garnered numerous awards throughout its run.
The legacy of Breaking Bad has expanded with spin-off series like Better Call Saul and the film El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie. The New York Times list placed The Wire at second, Mad Men third, Succession fourth, and Fleabag fifth, underscoring the enduring impact of these select programs.
