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 2 episodes
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Times Square, 1977. Vincent is now proprietor of a new mob-backed disco, while his girlfriend Abby has brought the nascent punk-rock culture into the Hi-Hat. Vincent's twin brother Frankie remains a problem, "borrowing" money from the sex emporium he manages to pay off his debts. Meanwhile, Candy looks to make more artful, ambitious adult films.
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Directed by Alex HallWritten by George Pelecanos, David SimonGuest stars Stephen Gevedon, Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, Olivia Luccardi, Method Man, Don Harvey, Kelechi Ezie, Andrea Pimentel
Confronted with the changing realities of prostitution and porn, C.C. doubles down on his assets while fellow pimp Larry Brown eyes a new opportunity. Candy turns to Genevieve Furie, a onetime porn director who's graduated to slasher films, for filmmaking advice. Paul is approached by Matty the Horse, a rival of Rudy's, who promises Paul the mob protection he deserves.
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Directed by Alex HallWritten by Richard PriceGuest stars Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Don Harvey, Dagmara Dominczyk, Jeff Mantel, Danielle Burgess, Danielle Alfredo
Lori envisions a sunny future in LA after attending the AFAA Erotica Awards with Harvey and Candy, who's looking to connect with west-coast producers willing to turn her fairy tale into reality. Paul and Kenneth approach Vincent about a loan for a new nightclub, free from mob ties. Goldman visits Alston's precinct to share the mayor's vision for cleaning up the Deuce.
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Directed by Steph GreenWritten by Chris YakaitisGuest stars Stephen Gevedon, Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Method Man, Don Harvey, Maria Dizzia
Ashley and Abby resolve to track down the identity of a 16-year-old sex worker killed in a recent fire. Vincent is shaken after witnessing the brutal side of Rudy's operation. Candy recruits some new faces to help her out with the production. Frankie finds his dry-cleaning business a less-than-perfect fit. Lori looks to forge a deal with Kiki.
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Directed by Uta BriesewitzWritten by Anya EpsteinGuest stars Stephen Gevedon, Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Method Man, Cameron Scoggins, Michael Torpey
Temporarily flush with cash, Frankie is tapped by Candy to be a co-producer on Red Hot. Lori eyes a plum role in the film, but still feels the burden of being under C.C.'s yoke. With Rudy's blessing, Big Mike and Black Frankie hit a gambling house in the Bronx. Bobby finds himself stigmatized at home and at the Hi-Hat after a surprise raid overseen by Alston.
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Directed by Zetna FuentesWritten by Richard Price, Carl CapotortoGuest stars Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Method Man, Don Harvey, Jeanette Dilone, Danielle Ferland, Tom Titone
Candy shoots her opus guerilla-style on the streets of New York. Vincent makes a confession to Abby, along with a promise to change. Ashley and Abby help a prostitute escape the Deuce, with a little help from Vincent. Larry Brown gets a promotion. Paul celebrates the opening of his new upscale club. Bobby turns to Vincent to find work for his wayward eldest son, Joey.
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Directed by Susanna WhiteWritten by Megan Abbott, Stephani DeLucaGuest stars Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Method Man, Annabelle Dexter-Jones, DeShawn White, Delphina Belle
Trapped by his own success, Vincent envisions an idyllic rural life with Abby. Candy is frustrated by her mob backers' misogyny and weighs telling her son, Adam, what she really does for a living. Shay reverts to form, to Irene's dismay. Joey falls in love. Darlene deals with unexpected news. Lori hits a roadblock in her quest for adult-film stardom. Alston faces a dilemma.
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Directed by Tricia BrockWritten by Will RalstonGuest stars Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Method Man, Don Harvey, Michael Stahl-David, Andrea Pimentel
Kiki finds new partners for a deal for Lori. Vincent visits his father for advice. C.C want to get payed for Red Hot.
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Directed by Tanya HamiltonWritten by George PelecanosGuest stars Kayla Foster, Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Method Man, Sebastian Arcelus, Kelechi Ezie
"Red Hot" premieres as Candy, Harvey and Frankie get caught between competing investors. Vincent and Abby must deal with an unexpected loss. Lori is affraid to go to L.A. without C.C.'s permission. Paul turns to a familiar source to help finance Tod's Dreams. Darlene comes clean.
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Directed by Minkie SpiroWritten by David SimonGuest stars Sepideh Moafi, Daniel Sauli, David Krumholtz, Olivia Luccardi, Method Man, Saul Stein, Jim Parrack, Ed Moran
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
