The Most Expensive Television Shows of All Time, Ranked

4. Breaking Bad – $3.5 Million per Episode

The story of Breaking Bad follows the life of Walter White, a cancer-stricken teacher who starts producing illegal drugs to pay for his cancer treatment. When White becomes ruthless kingpin, the mild-mannered character goes out of control. In 2019, a follow-up film will be released based on the show, which ran from 2008 to 2013. As Breaking Bad became more popular, its costs quickly went through the roof. By the end of the show, Bryan Cranston's salary was $225,000 per episode. Meanwhile, Aaron Paul, the show's supporting actor, makes around $150,000 per episode! Surely after the series, they'll live a comfortable life.