Walter White is faced with financial crisis once diagnosed with cancer. He realizes that his current job as a high school teacher will do little to fund his treatment. He needs a way to pay for his medical expenses and also hopes to leave something for his family. His drive for money takes over as it very quickly becomes much more than being able to finance his treatment. Life can spiral out of control when a man fails to bridle his passion.
This show does a great job at illustrating the chaos and suffering that is spawned by a life of deceit and immense pride.