Jesse divulges his real profession to Jane. Charles Haid Hank is quicker to reload and, the moment Tuco stands up, Hank fires a shot into Tuco's forehead, killing him instantly. Meanwhile, in the desert, Tuco releases Jesse and Walt from the trunk of Jesse's car. Meanings of the title names of every episode, https://breakingbad.fandom.com/wiki/Grilled?oldid=109643, This episode marks the first appearance of, When Walt and Jesse arrive at Tio's house, he is watching the Mexican movie "El Mago" (1949), starring Mexican comedian, Several events involving Hector Salamanca in this episode are humorously alluded to in the, In the search for Walt scene, flyers are handed out at these locations. Meanwhile, Hank takes part in a meeting between the DEA and Madrigal's CEO, who claims Schuler was a lone criminal within the company and promises full cooperation. Hank's boss, ASAC George Merkert, reveals that he is being forced out of his job as symbolic punishment by his superiors for failing to heed Hank's warnings about Gus. He also commented on Jonathan Banks' performance: "Overall, just a terrific showcase this week for Jonathan Banks. During the ensuing struggle, Walt grabs Tuco's assault rifle and Jesse his pistol, shooting Tuco in his side. "[1], Several fake restaurant chain names were made for the headquarters of Madrigal. "Grilled" is the second episode of the second season of Breaking Bad and the ninth episode altogether. Season 1. But Caine Mutiny is owned by Sony/Columbia, our parent company. Skyler is distraught over Walt’s disappearance. Get full episodes, the latest news, photos, video and more. Hank pays a visit to Diane Pinkman on some not-so-official business. "Seven Thirty-Seven" Ken Tucker of Entertainment Weekly called "Madrigal" "terrific", stating: "One of the methods to Breaking Bad's endless fascination is the way it unfurls maps of inter-dependence. Written by Walt and Jesse offer Mike an equal, three-way partnership in a new meth operation. Season 2. Images (28) She says that he was agitated about something, but that he didn't explain what it was. "Madrigal" is the second episode of the fifth season of the American television drama series Breaking Bad, and the 48th episode overall. However, Tio catches Walt trying to lace Tuco's burrito and repeatedly rings a bell attached to his wheelchair to warn his nephew. He's funny ... and he somehow manages to be the moral center of this operation, despite his willingness to kill and kill and kill. Written by series creator Vince Gilligan and directed by Michelle MacLaren, it originally aired on AMC in the United States on July 22, 2012. Mike kills Chris and later breaks into Lydia's house in Houston. However, Walt justifies rebooting the meth business by claiming that it is a golden opportunity that he cannot afford to leave behind, since he is actually $40,000 in debt after Skyler gave over $600,000 to Ted, and paid for Hank's physical therapy. It received highly positive reviews from critics, with one citing it as an example of great artistic directing in a television series. He did, however, wish the episode ended "more forcefully" with Mike making the reluctant phone call to Walt, rather than ending with the Walt/Skyler bedroom scene. Written by series creator Vince Gilligan and directed by Michelle MacLaren, it originally aired on AMC in the United States on July 22, 2012. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. A body lies behind the car, half hidden from view. S2, E1 Seven Thirty-Seven Walt and Jesse are reminded of Tuco’s volatile nature, and try to figure a way out of their partnership. The tension is broken when Tuco suddenly reaches into the car and grabs the rifle, resulting in a shootout. Jesse assembles a crew. Among Walt's belongings is the ricin-laced meth and his wallet, which reveals his true identity to Tuco. Tuco misreads Tio's warnings as a request to trade burritos, but when he gives his uncle the poisoned burrito, Tio knocks the plate to the floor. We also wanted to start showing you the business of Madrigal, the company that financed Gus Fring. At the White residence, Marie tells Skyler that she suspects Walt has a second cell phone which he used it to contact Jesse, who Skyler believes is his pot dealer. Walt and Jesse find themselves in close quarters with an unhinged Tuco. "Madrigal" was seen by an estimated 2.29 million American household viewers. Spent casings and drops of blood litter the ground. And yes, it may have some connection to where Walt is at this point. Mike calls Walt and accepts a partnership in the new meth operation. Having tracked Jesse's car to this location, Hank climbs out of the Jeep and momentarily thinks that Tuco is Jesse. He decides to spare Lydia in exchange for her becoming Walt's new methylamine supplier. Stream full episodes for free online with your TV provider. The Whites await news about Walt's cancer treatment progress. Merkert reflects on his friendship with Gus and wonders aloud who else might be leading a double life, which eventually seems to suddenly strike a chord with Hank. "Madrigal" is the second episode of the fifth season of the American television drama series Breaking Bad, and the 48th episode overall. Jesse finds it and tearfully laments what he believes is his own stupidity, apologizing to Walt for suspecting him of poisoning Brock. 2 Tuco orders Walt and Jesse to empty their pockets. Breaking Bad Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. Jesse suggests Walt sacrifice himself and attack Tuco before he learns of Gonzo's fate. Jesse tries to improvise by describing the high Tuco could achieve, but Tuco refrains from tasting it when Jesse says it contains chili powder. Breaking Bad creator and episode writer Vince Gilligan spoke about opening the episode at Madrigal: "We always like to surprise our viewers, and the idea of suddenly opening in Germany seemed like fun. Walter, Jr. launches a website to aid his struggling family. As he is about to execute her, Lydia's panicked pleas about her daughter affect him. Walt and Jesse cover their tracks. They see a vehicle approaching in the distance and assume that Tuco's cousins are approaching. Certain characters may like to see themselves as independent agents, as lone wolves, but everyone is dependent upon someone else – someone else's errors, or rare twinge of good conscience – and thus must remain part of a group. Jesse gets to know Jane. Realizing that the keys are still in the shack, Walt and Jesse abandon the car and take cover nearby, leaving the rifle behind. The official site of AMC's original series Breaking Bad. However, all actors speaking German in the opening scene display a strong English accent, implying none of them are native speakers. Skyler pursues a new job. "Bit by a Dead Bee" Later, Chow invites Mike to his home to discuss their shared problem with the police. Saul suggests that with Gus eliminated, Walt can safely and cleanly quit the drug trade. Hank calls Gomez to find out if Jesse installed a car-tracking system, and, if so, to try to get a fix on the vehicle's location. Shaking, Tio points a finger at Walt. Chris explains that Lydia had contracted him to kill everyone after Mike refused, as he needs the money. Hank struggles in El Paso. U.S. Viewers Tuco takes Walt and Jesse to a remote, run-down shack in the desert where his ailing uncle, referred to as Tio, lives. Tuco instead opts for the "blue magic" he previously purchased at the junkyard, claiming he hates the spice. 2 Copyright © 2010-2020 AMC Network Entertainment LLC. His portrayal of Mike paints the picture of an exasperated career criminal who excels at the game ... and is resigned to his fate. Tuco grabs Walt by the neck and asks if he can trust him. 1.60 million Even though her back is still facing him, Walt continues to reassure Skyler on how things are much better than she thinks they are—while escalating sexual foreplay on her. [2], The episode was watched by approximately 2.29 million American viewers on its original broadcast, down from its series-high ratings of 2.93 million viewers the previous week. Mike refuses, explaining that Walt is a dangerous "time bomb". Skyler makes a disturbing discovery. 47 minutes He is alarmed when Tuco turns to face him. When asked if Mike was watching The Caine Mutiny in the episode, Vince stated: "That is The Caine Mutiny, one of my very favorite movies. Jesse self-destructs after a personal blow. Newly empowered and increasingly remorseless, Walt finds himself attempting to control a tenuous empire. Looking anxious, lost, and perhaps on the verge of some kind of outcry, Skyler remains completely quiet as the scene suddenly cuts to black. You can't help but be invested in every moment." Hank gets a break in his meth investigation. 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Back in Albuquerque, Jesse panics over the missing ricin cigarette, worried that someone will find it and get poisoned. "Grilled" is the second episode of the second season of Breaking Bad and the ninth episode altogether. Hank thinks she is grasping at straws, but Marie insists Hank should question him. Jonathan Banks is just fantastic in the role." Skinny Pete gets ripped off and when Jesse steps in, he gets more than he bargained for. After railing about his suspicions that Gonzo snitched to the DEA, Tuco says he wants to get high. Tuco, further enraged by Walt's remark, takes his eyes off Jesse, allowing him to grab a rock and strike Tuco across the head. [6], In 2019 The Ringer ranked "Madrigal" as the 37th best out of the 62 total Breaking Bad episodes. Jesse tries to convince him to sample the poisoned meth, but Tuco balks at its "head cheese" smell. Hank suffers from his encounter with Tuco. Unlike the sci-fi epics Battlestar Galactica and Lost, unlike the sprawling Big Love, unlike even the attempt-to-define-a-generation Mad Men, Breaking Bad is deliberately small-scale. As for Jesse, he'd better hope there's room in the trunk for him. [3], The episode received critical acclaim with many critics considering it a step up from the season premiere and praising Jonathan Banks' performance. The two rush to Jesse's car, but quickly realize they don't have the keys. Donald's grief leads to tragedy. Walt hides the vial of ricin behind an electrical outlet cover in his house and creates a fake one, planting it in Jesse's Roomba when he helps search Jesse's house. Tuco then announces that has cousins from Mexico who are coming to smuggle him and Walt out of the country, with Walt being forced to cook meth for them 24/7 in a superlab. Marie tries to use the occasion to try to explain the tiara situation, but Skyler cuts her off. Running time Hank instead visits Jesse's mother, who tells him the type of car Jesse drives. One snort gets Tuco so ripped he wants to shoot Jesse, but Walt intervenes. Mike refuses, as Gus paid them enough to keep quiet. He also spoke about Jonathan Banks, who was the main focus of the episode, and Mike's evolving over the series: "It’s a testament to the great actors on this show – Aaron Paul, Dean Norris who plays Hank – that those characters became more important over time. I was very lucky with that, actually, because it can be very expensive to use clips of movies, which is why you don't see too many clips on the show. Mike correctly suspects that it is a set-up and gets the jump on Chris, one of his former men, who has already killed Chow. A Houston-based Madrigal executive named Lydia Rodarte-Quayle asks Mike to kill eleven men from Gus's operation in order to tie up loose ends. Tuco and Hank fire at each other until their guns are empty. Remove this message when finished. Or was it just a couple of executives?" Season 3. Next  → Tim Roberts questions Skyler about the events leading up to Walt's disappearance. Walt and Jesse are reminded of Tuco’s volatile nature, and try to figure a way out of their partnership. At the White residence, Sgt. (all located on one corner), Budget TV Repair - 9641 Menaul Blvd NE (Located behind the bus stop), El Mirasol - 9649 Menaul Blvd NE (Located behind the bus stop). Walt changes the channel, afraid that Tuco will suspect him and Jesse of ratting him out should he learn that Gonzo is dead and not a DEA informant. Both men stare at each other for several tense seconds. Tuco becomes enraged and drags Jesse outside, holding a gun to his head. Meanwhile Tuco, despite being critically wounded, manages to crawl out of the ditch and staggers over to the car just as the vehicle that Walt and Jesse spotted -- Hank's Jeep Commander -- pulls up the shack. [4] TV Fanatic's Matt Richenthal gave the episode 4.8 out of 5 stars, commenting: "Through its attention to detail, direction and dialogue, Breaking Bad possesses an uncanny ability to enrapture and enthrall. All rights reserved. Skyler and Marie distribute "Missing" posters of Walt. Back at Tio's shack, Tuco prepares to cook burritos while Gonzo and No-Doze's deaths are covered on the local news. Hank then emerges from cover and advances over to Tuco's body, not knowing that Walt and Jesse are watching him from nearby. It's a braided metaphor for the reasons we form societies." March 15, 2009 Jesse's addiction spirals out of control. Season 5. On Mike's way into his interview at the DEA offices, he runs into a visibly-scared Duane Chow—Gus' methylamine supplier—who was just leaving his own DEA interview. Season Episode ←  Previous Tensions and bills mount at the White house. George Mastras Walt returns to work. Walt proposes instead that they slip Tuco the ricin in his food. Directed by This article or section needs to be cleaned up to conform to a higher standard of article quality. After the meal, Tio continues to ring his bell until Tuco realizes that his uncle is trying to warn him about Walt and Jesse. Walt and Hank get into a fight, and Walt consumes himself with home improvements. Skyler opens up to her boss, Ted. Walt and Jesse retreat to the desert for a marathon cook. However, when he is called in to meet with Hank and Gomez, Mike learns the authorities have seized all of the offshore accounts Gus had set up for key underlings in his meth operation. The two flee on foot are are unnoticed by Hank, whose attention is drawn to the sound of Tio's bell ringing repeatedly inside the shack. In Hannover, Germany, Peter Schuler, an executive for Madrigal Electromotive GmbH, the parent company of Los Pollos Hermanos, kills himself with a portable defibrillator after police arrive to question him about his longstanding ties to Gus. Saul proposes a new business partner. Please complete this article to the highest level of quality before continuing on other articles. Walt joins Skyler in bed for the night, gently explaining why it's for the best that she accept the new phase their lives have entered, and again hints at remorse for what happened to Ted. When Badger gets busted, Walt and Jesse seek the legal advice of a shady attorney, Saul Goodman. "Madrigal" was seen by an estimated 2.29 million American household viewers. Air date Out in the desert, Jesse's car is riddled with bullet holes and bounces wildly on its hydraulic suspension system, shedding glass fragments from its rear windshield. Skyler and Walt collide. "[5], Matt Zoller Seitz of Vulture cited the episode as an example of great directing in television, stating that it "contained not a single dull shot" and is stylistically reminiscent of Alan J. Pakula's thriller films through Michelle MacLaren's "sense of space, light, and pacing". But uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. Season 2. But the main obstacle to Walt and Jesse's comeback plan is the need for a new source of methylamine, the precursor to their premium-grade version of meth. Jesse finds himself homeless. Season 4. Marie and Hank comfort Skyler, who is distraught over Walt’s disappearance. Mike is affected as well, since his account (set up in his 10-year-old granddaughter's name) was worth $2 million. Tuco forces Walt to admit that he tried to poison him, but Walt then states that Tuco is an "insane, degenerate piece of filth" who deserves to die. Synopsis: Walt and Jesse find themselves in close quarters with an unhinged Tuco. GrIlled Skyler has become paralyzed by feelings of overwhelming fear and helplessness at the type of person Walt has become. Is Madrigal all corrupt? They kick him into a ditch and leave him to die. Walt tries to reconnect with his family, but Skyler keeps her distance. One of these, "Burger Matic", was actually taken from Gilligan's previous work, Home Fries. After briefing his DEA team about a raid on Tuco's hideout, Hank tells Gomez he's taking personal leave to search for Walt, who has gone missing. Walt White's transformation from a well-meaning family man to ruthless drug kingpin is almost complete.