See Gus’ face blown off on the biggest screen this fall

The ultimate celebration of meth-fueled masterpieces is about to hit the big screen. In honor of Breaking Bad Day, moviegoers across the United States are invited to relive one of the series’ most intense moments at the big screen for the very first time in fifteen years.

US movie theater chain Alamo Drafthouse is hosting special, interactive screenings of season 4 episode 13, “Face Off,” on September 7. This isn’t just a movie night; it’s a cross-country cinematic pilgrimage. The event spans numerous locations, bringing the spectacle to theaters in cities including New York, Los Angeles, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, the DC Metro Area, Denver, Laredo, Omaha, Northern Virginia, Raleigh, the San Francisco Bay Area, St. Louis, and Springfield.

To make this celebration even more fun, tickets are free when attendees purchase any $10 food or drink, fitting perfectly with the Alamo Drafthouse tradition of in-theater dining. But the fun doesn’t end with the film. Attendees can prepare for some serious costume action, with a costume contest underway for those ready to sport their best Los Pollos T-shirts and yellow cleansuits.

The focus of the celebration is season 4 episode 13, “Face Off,” which is a true heavyweight in the Breaking Bad canon. This episode marks the epic final confrontation between Bryan Cranston’s Walter White, the former science teacher turned meth mogul, and Giancarlo Esposito’s ruthless restaurant owner, Gus Fring. The drama culminates when Gus Fring’s life is dramatically altered in a shocking final scene.

“Face Off” is arguably one of the most acclaimed episodes in the entire series, boasting a rating that ties with the series finale on IMDb. It’s the installment that cemented the high-stakes drama of the show, culminating in Gus Fring’s ultimate downfall.

Fans won’t just watch the action; they’ll participate in the lore. Attendees will walk away with a bag packed full of authentic Breaking Bad swag, including a Heisenberg hat, blue rock candy, Hector’s call bell, and a Gus Fring half-face mask, allowing everyone to take a piece of the high-stakes world home with them.

If you want to dive back into the high-stakes, morally ambiguous world of Walter White and Gus Fring in a festive setting, don’t wait. Secure your spot today by visiting Drafthouse.com and prepare for a truly unforgettable Breaking Bad Day experience.