Once upon a time in America, pleasure became a business.
The story of the legalization and subsequent rise of the porn industry in New York’s Times Square from the early ’70s through the mid ’80s, exploring the rough-and-tumble world that existed there until the rise of HIV, the violence of the cocaine epidemic and the renewed real estate market ended the bawdy turbulence of the area.
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The story of the legalization and subsequent rise of the porn industry in New York’s Times Square from the early ’70s through the mid ’80s, exploring the rough-and-tumble world that existed there until the rise of HIV, the violence of the cocaine epidemic and the renewed real estate market ended the bawdy turbulence of the area.
Season 1 episodes
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Twin brothers Vincent and Frankie Martino navigate their way through the rough-and-tumble world of 1971 Times Square. Vincent crosses paths with other midtown denizens while plotting to improve his situation. Abby gets enlisted to buy amphetamines.
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Directed by Michelle MacLarenWritten by George Pelecanos, David SimonGuest stars Sepideh Moafi, Olivia Luccardi, Pernell Walker, Jamie Neumann, Jacqueline Honulik, Matthew James Ballinger, Tariq Trotter, Amber Skye Noyes
Vincent moves into a seedy hotel and contemplates an offer from mob capo Rudy Pipilo. Bobby hopes to take advantage of Vincent's new connections. Filmmaking intrigues Candy. C.C. shows Lori the benefits of having a pimp. Larry feels unsettled.
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Directed by Ernest R. DickersonWritten by Richard Price, George PelecanosGuest stars Natalie Paul, Michael Rispoli, Stephen Gevedon, Sepideh Moafi, Olivia Luccardi, Pernell Walker, Jamie Neumann, Matthew James Ballinger
The appearance of an unexpected partner surprises Vincent. Rudy buys into a rival's plan to reconfigure the Deuce. Candy considers entering the filmmaking business. Abby languishes in her new job. Darlene works overtime to compensate Larry.
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Directed by James FrancoWritten by Richard Price, David SimonGuest stars Natalie Paul, Michael Rispoli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Pernell Walker, Jacqueline Honulik, Matthew James Ballinger, Shaun O'Hagan
Rudy dangles a lucrative offer in front of Vincent. Longo uses strong-arm tactics to restore order among Bobby's unhappy construction workers. Candy attracts unwanted attention and is intrigued by a legitimate suitor. Paul questions his place at the Hi-Hat. Frankie hits a hot streak. Darlene gets a gift from Abby. Alston sees through Sandra. Bristling after a police shakedown, Vincent adds muscle in the person of Black Frankie, a Vietnam war vet.
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Directed by Alex HallWritten by George Pelecanos, Lisa LutzGuest stars Natalie Paul, Michael Rispoli, Olivia Luccardi, Pernell Walker, Jamie Neumann, Jacqueline Honulik, Matthew James Ballinger, Shaun O'Hagan
Looking for a way out of his construction gig, Bobby tries to change Vincent's mind about Rudy's offer. Darlene returns from a trip home with a new girl, disappointing Abby. Roughed up by a john, Candy contemplates a change of careers. After getting busted, Paul explores the underbelly, and the exhilaration, of gay life in the city. With an assist from Alston, Sandra scores a key interview with a pimp.
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Directed by Uta BriesewitzWritten by Richard Price, Will Ralston, Chris YakaitisGuest stars Natalie Paul, Michael Rispoli, Sepideh Moafi, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Pernell Walker, Jamie Neumann, Jacqueline Honulik
An end-of-the-year crackdown by police in and around The Deuce sparks Vincent and Bobby. Candy tries to persuade Harvey, her adult-film director, that she can do more than act. Rudy witnesses a pivotal lower-court ruling on obscenity, and enlists Frankie and Big Mike to protect his interests in the peeps. Alston tries to convince Sandra that he's not just a “source.”
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Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by Richard Price, Marc Henry JohnsonGuest stars Natalie Paul, Michael Rispoli, David Krumholtz, Jamie Neumann, Jacqueline Honulik, Matthew James Ballinger, Shaun O'Hagan, Tamzin Brown
With police pushing their business off the streets, C.C., Larry, Rodney and other pimps worry about becoming obsolete. Candy eyes a different job on Harvey's set as Lori struggles with the demands of porn acting. At her wit's end, Ashley hangs out with Frankie and, later, washes up on Abby's door. Bobby is smitten with an employee.
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Directed by James FrancoWritten by David Simon, Megan AbbottGuest stars Natalie Paul, Michael Rispoli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Pernell Walker, Jamie Neumann, Jacqueline Honulik, Shaun O'Hagan
In the Season 1 finale, Vincent balks at getting in deeper with Rudy, as expansion fever hits Frankie and Bobby. Candy gets a taste of directing, and enjoys the red-carpet perks of a major premiere. Alston finds himself in limbo at his precinct. Abby changes up the Hi-Hat's clientele; Sandra faces editorial and legal hurdles; Vincent settles a score.
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Directed by Michelle MacLarenWritten by George Pelecanos, David SimonGuest stars Natalie Paul, Michael Rispoli, Stephen Gevedon, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Pernell Walker, Jacqueline Honulik, Shaun O'Hagan
George Pelecanos, David Simon, Richard Price, Chris Yakaitis, Carl Capotorto, Will Ralston, Stephani DeLuca, Megan Abbott, Anya Epstein, Marc Henry Johnson, Lisa Lutz, Iturri Sosa
Production details
Status
Ended
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
25
Original language
English
Networks & production
HBOUnited States
Blown Deadline ProductionsUnited States
Themes
1970s1980sbrothelcorrupt police officialsdrug usefilm directinghiv/aids epidemicnew york city
