AMC announced today the renewal of its latest original series, Breaking Bad, for a second season of 13 episodes. The renewal expands on AMC's commitment to bring viewers cinematic original programming that complements and is supported by the network's vast library of iconic movies.

"Breaking Bad" follows the story of a desperate man who turns to a life of crime to secure his family's financial security. Season one of "Breaking Bad" premiered on AMC Sunday nights this past January.