Who is Hank Schrader in Breaking Bad?

DEA agent · DEA & the Schraders

Hank Schrader (DEA agent) is a character in Breaking Bad, part of DEA & the Schraders. Walt's brash DEA brother-in-law, hunting a mysterious new cook called Heisenberg.

When does Hank Schrader first appear?

Hank Schrader first appears in Season 1, Episode 1 (“Pilot”) of Breaking Bad (2008–2013, AMC).

Who is Hank Schrader connected to?

Relationships already established when Hank Schrader first appears — nothing from later episodes.

• Marie Schrader — Husband & wife
• Walter White — Brothers-in-law

Which group does Hank Schrader belong to?

By the time Hank Schrader appears, DEA & the Schraders also includes Marie Schrader.

Who else is introduced in this episode?

• Walter White — Chemistry teacher
• Skyler White — Walt's wife
• Walter White Jr. — Their son
• Marie Schrader — Skyler's sister
• Jesse Pinkman — Walt's former student

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