Breaking Bad season 3 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Skyler confronts Walt about his criminal actions, while Hank, targeted by the cartel due to his DEA background, narrowly escapes death thanks to a mysterious warning. Walt and Jesse grapple with the ethics and profits of their meth business, with Jesse feeling shortchanged. In a parallel, Skyler's affair with her boss complicates her life. Meanwhile, Hank's physical recovery and therapy bring financial and emotional challenges, as Marie fights for his care. Jesse, offered a nail salon to launder money, reflects on lost potential in group therapy. The episode culminates with Walt and Skyler devising a plan to use drug money for Hank's therapy, under the guise of gambling winnings.

Full Episode S03E09 Recap

### Opening Scene - Skyler confronts Walt about his criminal activities. - Hank's DEA background is highlighted as he becomes a target for the cartel. ### The Cartel's Attack on Hank - Hank is ambushed by two men with cartel affiliations. - A mysterious warning call saves Hank, leading to speculation about the caller's identity. ### Walt and Jesse's Meth Operation - Jesse questions the fairness of their meth business deal. - Walt's meticulous approach to their meth production is shown. ### Los Pollos Hermanos Commercial - A commercial for Los Pollos Hermanos is shown, introducing the restaurant and its connection to the drug trade. ### The Drug Business Dynamics - Jesse and Walt discuss the financial aspects of their meth operation. - The inequity in their earnings compared to their distributor's profits is highlighted. ### Hank's Hospitalization - Hank's recovery in the hospital is shown, with his family's support. - DEA Agent Gomez visits Hank, discussing the spread of blue meth. ### Skyler's Affair with Ted - Skyler's affair with her boss, Ted Beneke, is revealed. - The complexity of Skyler's personal life is explored. ### Jesse's Job at the Laundromat - Jesse describes his job at a corporate laundromat, hinting at its connection to their meth operation. ### Hank's Physical Therapy - Hank's struggles with physical therapy and insurance coverage are depicted. - Marie's determination to get the best care for Hank is evident. ### Jesse's Ownership of the Nail Salon - Jesse is offered a nail salon as a front for money laundering. - The concept of laundering drug money is explained to Jesse. ### Walt's Meeting with Gus - Walt confronts Gus about the cartel attack and their business arrangement. - Gus offers Walt an extended, lucrative deal. ### Jesse's Reflection in Group Therapy - Jesse shares a personal story about building a wooden box in high school. - The story reveals Jesse's unfulfilled potential and regrets. ### Skyler's Plan to Pay for Hank's Therapy - Skyler proposes using Walt's drug money to pay for Hank's therapy. - Walt and Skyler fabricate a story about gambling winnings to explain their wealth. ### Conclusion - The episode ends with various characters grappling with the consequences of their actions and the complexities of their lives in the drug trade.