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Status: Ended
Network: HBO
Type: Scripted
Rating: 8.7/10
The Sopranos
Overview
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.
This production, originally released in 1999, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Crime, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.7 across its 6 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Crime and Drama.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
James Gandolfini
Tony Soprano
Edie Falco
Carmela Soprano
Jamie-Lynn Sigler
Meadow Soprano
Robert Iler
A.J. Soprano
Lorraine Bracco
Jennifer Melfi
Michael Imperioli
Christopher Moltisanti
Steven Van Zandt
Silvio Dante
Tony Sirico
Paulie Gualtieri
Seasons
Specials
14 Episodes • Aired 2009-08-03
Special content for the series "The Sopranos". Some of these specials are included with the DVD sets.
Season 1
13 Episodes • Aired 1999-01-10
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.
Season 2
13 Episodes • Aired 2000-01-16
His uncle's in jail. His mother's in the hospital. His best friend's still missing. His sister's moving home. His panic attacks are back. And his shrink refuses to see him. Tony Soprano has recently been elevated to the status of mob boss following a federal bust and as the second season picks up, Tony is under more stress than ever as he deals with the demands of his new position. Making matters worse, his long-lost sister Janice has arrived to take care of their ailing mother.
Season 3
13 Episodes • Aired 2001-03-04
In season three, the federal wiretap begins and Meadow goes to college. Tony faces challenges from some tough newcomers, such as hothead Ralph Cifaretto, New York crime boss Johnny Sack and a sexy car saleswoman.
Season 4
13 Episodes • Aired 2002-09-15
With Paulie in jail, Christopher becomes acting capo in season four. Junior faces a RICO trial while Tony finds that the recession affects his businesses. Meanwhile, Furio catches Carmela's eye, and Janice sets her sights on Bobby.
