TV series
Family. Redefined.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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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Episode 1
While the Soprano family goes about their day-to-day activities, the FBI begins an elaborate operation to bug their home. Tony ponders his options when Patsy starts asking too many questions about his brother's death.
Directed by Allen CoulterWritten by David ChaseGuest stars Michele DeCesare, Saundra Santiago, Louis Lombardi, Gary Perez, Erica Leerhsen, Albert Makhtsier, Katalin Pota, James Murtaugh
Episode 2
Tony's concerns that his mother will rat him out to the feds expire when she, literally, does. Later, Janice arrives to arrange the funeral, which takes a bizarre turn.
Directed by Tim Van PattenWritten by David ChaseGuest stars Steve Schirripa, Vincent Pastore, John Ventimiglia, Marcia Haufrecht, Nicole Burdette, Peter McRobbie, Katalin Pota, Nancy Marchand
Episode 3
Christopher finds that being a 'made' man isn't all it's cracked up to be. Meanwhile, Janice moves into her mother's house, where she soon gets a leg up on Livia's former housekeeper.
Directed by Henry J. BronchteinWritten by Todd A. KesslerGuest stars Steve Schirripa, John Ventimiglia, Sal Petraccione, Joseph Siravo, Laila Robins, David Mogentale, Patrick Tully, Peter Byrne
Episode 4
Dr. Melfi's attempts to steer Tony into behavior-modification therapy take a detour when a personal crisis gets in the way. Meanwhile, Ralph Cifaretto finds a way to endear himself to Jackie Jr.--but not to Tony.
Directed by John PattersonWritten by Mitchell Burgess, Robin GreenGuest stars Will McCormack, Katalin Pota, Gary Evans, Glenn Kessler, Peter Riegert, Shaun Toub, Denise Borino-Quinn, Traci Godfrey
Episode 5
Bobby 'Bacala' Baccilieri Sr. comes out of retirement to deal with a young hothead named Mustang Sally--much to the chagrin of his son and Uncle Junior.
Directed by Jack BenderWritten by Terence WinterGuest stars Steve Schirripa, Paul Schulze, John Ventimiglia, Vincent J. Orofino, Gary Evans, Glenn Kessler, Peter Riegert, Marie Donato
Episode 6
Ralph's volatile relationship with a Bada Bing stripper and his obsession with the movie 'Gladiator' combine to put a damper on several boys'-nights-out sessions at the club. Meanwhile, at Columbia, Meadow's relationship with Noah is put to the test by her needy roommate Caitlin.
Directed by Allen CoulterWritten by Terence Winter, David Chase, Robin Green, Mitchell Burgess, Todd A. Kessler, Terence Winter, Salvatore StabileGuest stars Steve Schirripa, Patrick Tully, Ariel Kiley, Michael Garfield, Daniel T. Booth, Yvette Mercedes, Richard Verdinio, Michette Ardente
Episode 7
Tony convinces Uncle Junior to seek a second opinion for his cancer treatment. Meanwhile, Carmela debates whether or not to take Dr. Melfi's advice and see a shrink, Big Pussy's wife Angie regrets asking Carmela for some money to help her sick dog, and Christopher continues to endure a humiliating probation period at the hands of kinky Paulie.
Directed by Tim Van PattenWritten by Lawrence KonnerGuest stars Steve Schirripa, Sully Boyar, Tony Hale, Sam McMurray, Frank Wood, Ismail Bashey, Frank Santorelli, Dan Grimaldi
Episode 8
As Thanksgiving approaches, Tony's feud with Ralph escalates, despite the intervention of Johnny Sack. At a frat-house mixer, Meadow and Jackie Jr. find they have more in common than mob-boss dads.
Directed by Allen CoulterWritten by Todd A. Kessler, Mitchell Burgess, Robin GreenGuest stars John Ventimiglia, Peter Bogdanovich, Annabella Sciorra, Ari Graynor, Gregory Alan Williams, Jason Cerbone, Andy Davoli, Raymond Franza
Episode 9
Tony gives Carmela a sapphire ring for her birthday...and Christopher gives Adriana her very own music club. Anthony Jr. gets busted for vandalizing the school swimming pool, but finds the punishment doesn't fit the crime. Tony test-drives a new Mercedes--and the Mercedes saleswoman, Gloria.
Directed by Dan AttiasWritten by Michael ImperioliGuest stars Will McCormack, Lady Gaga, John Ventimiglia, Turk Pipkin, Annabella Sciorra, Jason Cerbone, Andy Davoli, Louis Crugnali
Episode 10
A somnolent visit with the ghosts of Christmas past lands Tony back on Melfi's couch. With the annual pork-store holiday party approaching, Bacala reluctantly agrees to don the Santa suit that Pussy used to wear. Tony and Furio have a holiday surprise in store for the Russian who roughed up Janice.
Directed by Jack BenderWritten by Mitchell Burgess, Robin GreenGuest stars Steve Schirripa, Vincent Pastore, John Ventimiglia, Dominick Charles Carbone, Jason Cerbone, Joseph Badalucco Jr., Frank Ciornei, Michael Rispoli
Episode 11
Paulie and Christopher are engulfed in a nightmarish journey into the South Jersey woods while trying to collect a debt from a Russian mobster. Meanwhile, Meadow is suspicious that Jackie Jr. is two-timing her, and Tony finds that family demands are jeopardizing his romance with Gloria.
Directed by Steve BuscemiWritten by Terence Winter, Tim Van Patten, Terence WinterGuest stars Steve Schirripa, Annabella Sciorra, Ari Graynor, Jason Cerbone, Oksana Lada, Tom Aldredge, Suzanne Shepherd
Episode 12
Inspired by a tale from Ralph about how his father got 'made,' Jackie Jr. decides to 'make his move' in organized crime by instigating a robbery caper at a local card game. Reminded by Melfi of the psychological parallels between his relationships with Gloria and with his mother, Tony finds it harder and harder to spend time with his 'crazy love.'
Directed by Tim Van PattenWritten by David Chase, Frank RenzulliGuest stars Isaach de Bankolé, Annabella Sciorra, Jason Cerbone, Paul Mazursky, Andy Davoli, Louis Crugnali, Lewis J. Stadlen, Joe Pantoliano
Episode 13
Yet another academic misstep by A.J. forces his parents to contemplate military school. Tony orders Ralph to deal personally with the Jackie Jr. situation, and later seems to take Ralph's side in a money dispute with Paulie. Once again, the family gathers in Artie Bucco's restaurant, where Meadow reflects on being a Soprano.
Directed by John PattersonWritten by David Chase, Lawrence KonnerGuest stars Steve Schirripa, Tobin Bell, John Ventimiglia, Lola Glaudini, Jason Cerbone, Frank Pellegrino, Frank Pando, Melissa Marsala
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
James GandolfiniTony Soprano
Edie FalcoCarmela Soprano
Jamie-Lynn SiglerMeadow Soprano
Robert IlerA.J. Soprano
Lorraine BraccoJennifer Melfi
Michael ImperioliChristopher Moltisanti
Steven Van ZandtSilvio Dante
Tony SiricoPaulie Gualtieri
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