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The Sopranos
The Sopranos
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The Sopranos

“Family. Redefined.”

8.7 / 10
1999
6 seasons
86 episodes
CrimeDrama

The story of New Jersey-based Italian-American mobster Tony Soprano and the difficulties he faces as he tries to balance the conflicting requirements of his home life and the criminal organization he heads. Those difficulties are often highlighted through his ongoing professional relationship with psychiatrist Jennifer Melfi. The show features Tony's family members and Mafia associates in prominent roles and story arcs, most notably his wife Carmela and his cousin and protégé Christopher Moltisanti.

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Cast

James Gandolfini

Edie Falco

Jamie-Lynn Sigler

Robert Iler

Lorraine Bracco

Michael Imperioli

Steven Van Zandt

Tony Sirico

Dominic Chianese

Aida Turturro

Steve Schirripa

Drea de Matteo

Seasons

In Season 1, feeling his handle on his family and his business slipping away, mob boss Tony Soprano suffers a series of anxiety attacks that land him in the office of a psychiatrist. Opening up to his shrink, Tony relates the details of his life as a “waste-management consultant,” and tries to come to terms with the professional and private strains that have brought him to the brink of a breakdown.

  • The Sopranos

    1.The Sopranos

    7.7
    10-01-199960m

    After suffering a series of mysterious anxiety attacks, New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano agrees to see a psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Melfi. As he opens up to the doctor, Tony reveal...

  • 46 Long

    2.46 Long

    7.9
    17-01-199950m

    With acting boss Jackie Aprile dying of cancer, Tony prepares for a power struggle with Uncle Junior. Christopher and his associate Brendan make trouble for themselves when they ja...

  • Denial, Anger, Acceptance

    3.Denial, Anger, Acceptance

    8.0
    24-01-199945m

    Uncle Junior's associate Mikey Palmice stirs things up by making Junior think Tony wants to be next in line for boss. Meanwhile, Tony, Paulie and Silvio deal with Hasidic family pr...

  • Meadowlands

    4.Meadowlands

    8.1
    31-01-199953m

    Jackie Aprile's health worsens, forcing Tony to make a tough decision. Meanwhile, Anthony Jr. learns the true nature of his father's job in 'waste management.' Also, Tony hires sle...

  • College

    5.College

    8.0
    07-02-199957m

    During a trip to Maine for Meadow's college interviews, Tony sees a man he believes is a relocated mob snitch. Back at home, Carmela receives comfort from Father Phil.

  • Pax Soprana

    6.Pax Soprana

    7.7
    14-02-199950m

    At Tony's suggestion, Junior is made acting boss after Jackie dies. In therapy, Tony surprises Dr. Melfi with an admission. Carmela and Irina (Tony's mistress) both suffer as Tony'...

  • Down Neck

    7.Down Neck

    7.9
    21-02-199952m

    After stealing the 'sacramental wine' from the school chapel, Anthony Jr. is suspended. Tony is concerned that his bad influence is responsible for his son's behavior, and has a se...

  • The Legend of Tennessee Moltisanti

    8.The Legend of Tennessee Moltisanti

    8.0
    28-02-199949m

    At the wedding of Larry Boy's daughter, the 'boys' find out they're going to be indicted, and make a premature exit to get rid of incriminating evidence at home. Upset that he isn'...

  • Boca

    9.Boca

    8.1
    07-03-199952m

    Uncle Junior enjoys a romantic tryst in Boca with his girlfriend Bobbi, not realizing that she's been gabbing to her beauty-parlor friends about his oral talents. Meanwhile, contro...

  • A Hit Is a Hit

    10.A Hit Is a Hit

    7.2
    14-03-199953m

    Christopher and Adrianna cut a deal with a famous gangsta rapper who claims that Hesh pocketed royalties belonging to a cousin who recorded several hit songs decades ago. Meanwhile...

  • Nobody Knows Anything

    11.Nobody Knows Anything

    8.1
    21-03-199949m

    After Jimmy and Pussy are arrested in an FBI raid, Makazian tells a stunned Tony that Pussy may be wired for the Feds. Tony sends Paulie to find out for sure. Later, Tony learns th...

  • Isabella

    12.Isabella

    8.4
    28-03-199947m

    Hit men are sent out to whack Tony, who comes out of his depression when he meets Isabella, an Italian exchange student staying next door.

  • I Dream of Jeannie Cusamano

    13.I Dream of Jeannie Cusamano

    8.3
    04-04-199960m

    In the Season One finale, Tony is stunned to discover that the attempt on his life may have been ordered by someone very close to him. Later, he must deal with the fact that everyo...

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