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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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.
Season 5 episodes
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A flood of organized crime parolees changes the landscape of the Soprano/Lupertazzi alliance. Janice carries on the family's Sunday dinner tradition. Carmela and A.J. commune with local wildlife. Christopher balks at footing the bill on 'goomar night.' Tony tries to introduce Dr. Melfi to his 'other' self.
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Directed by Tim Van PattenWritten by David Chase, Terence WinterGuest stars Sukanya 'Suki' Krishnan, Leslie Bega, Joe Santos, Robert Loggia, Ray Abruzzo, Peter Bogdanovich, Steve Buscemi, Robert John Burke
Tony sizes up a contractor's gift, then reunites with his paroled cousin, Tony Blundetto. Paulie and Christopher relive some not-so-special memories. Carmela launches a film club. Adriana grapples with her guilt. A familiar figure 'crosses over.'
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Directed by Alan TaylorWritten by Matthew WeinerGuest stars Patti D'Arbanville, Karen Young, Joe Santos, Vanessa Ferlito, Robert Loggia, John Ventimiglia, Steve Buscemi, Angelo Massagli
Tony's power-sharing plan doesn't fly with Johnny Sack, who makes his point through a bookie named Lorraine Calluzzo. Out on parole, Feech La Manna crosses Paulie in his attempt to break into the landscaping business. Tony gets a roommate. Junior looks into the past while testing the patience of those closest to him.
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Directed by John PattersonWritten by Michael CaleoGuest stars Patti D'Arbanville, Dean Edwards, Karen Young, Joe Santos, Robert Loggia, George T. Odom, John Ventimiglia, Steve Buscemi
Carmela and Tony reunite, if only to discuss Anthony Jr.'s dwindling college prospects. Feech takes Tony's crew on a trip down memory lane. Lorraine's allegiances get her into hot water. A.J. has a night to remember in the Big Apple.
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Directed by Rodrigo GarcíaWritten by Toni KalemGuest stars Patti D'Arbanville, David Lee Roth, Joe Santos, David Strathairn, Robert Loggia, John Pleshette, Bernie Brillstein, John Ventimiglia
While Christopher is away, Tony gives Adriana a ride home that proves disastrous. Meanwhile, the Soprano crew plays a game of 'telephone' with the story that turns it into something far more sinister when an enraged Christopher gets wind of it.
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Directed by Allen CoulterWritten by Mitchell Burgess, Robin GreenGuest stars Karen Young, Steve Buscemi, Dan Grimaldi, Frank Vincent, Kathrine Narducci, Hill Harper, Max Casella, Maureen Van Zandt
With her son's future at stake, Carmela puts in some extra time with his college advisor, Robert Wegler. Meanwhile, Tony Blundetto realizes it's hard doing business with strangers, and A.J. concludes there's no place like home.
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Directed by Peter BogdanovichWritten by Matthew WeinerGuest stars Alison Bartlett, Liza Lapira, Karl Bury, Paul Schulze, David Strathairn, Steve Buscemi, Angelo Massagli, Ed Vassallo
His father's longtime goomar sheds light on some of Tony's lingering emotional and financial mysteries. Meanwhile, Junior sees the upside of attending the funerals of fringe relations, while Christopher sees the downside of enabling an A.A. friend's new addiction.
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Directed by Steve BuscemiWritten by Terence WinterGuest stars Tim Daly, Paul Schulze, Leslie Bega, Polly Bergen, John Ventimiglia, Steve Buscemi, Frank Santorelli, Vincent Curatola
Friends and family gather at the Sopranos' for a not-so-surprise 75th birthday party for Carmela's father, Hugh. Meanwhile, Johnny Sack shows off his new wheels, Phil Leotardo pulls into Pussy's old place for some auto repairs, and Tony B. considers accepting a familiar job on the side.
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Directed by John PattersonWritten by Michael ImperioliGuest stars Alison Bartlett, Paul Schulze, Jessica Dunphy, Joe Santos, Bruce Kirby, Ray Abruzzo, John Ventimiglia, Steve Buscemi
A rumor involving his cousin puts Tony's relationship with Johnny Sack back on thin ice. Meadow helps get her boyfriend Finn a job. A.J. ponders a 'maximum-security summer' at Casa Carmela. Melfi links Tony's current guilt to a past job. Carmela learns that good legal help is hard to find.
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Directed by Tim Van PattenWritten by Matthew Weiner, Terence WinterGuest stars Aleksa Palladino, Karen Young, Joe Santos, Ray Abruzzo, John Ventimiglia, Steve Buscemi, Vincent Curatola, Dan Grimaldi
Tony B. and Christopher unearth some old memories during an otherwise idyllic trip to the country. Tony and Carmela plan another party. Janice lands in anger-management therapy after a sports-rage incident. Benny and Terry solve a missing-Vespa mystery. Tony puts his sister's newfound serenity to the test.
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Directed by Mike FiggisWritten by Mitchell Burgess, Robin GreenGuest stars Chandra Wilson, David Strathairn, Judy Del Giudice, Remy Auberjonois, Steve Buscemi, Frank Santorelli, Vincent Curatola, Dan Grimaldi
Tony escapes to the Plaza Hotel for a night of rest and relaxation, but his dreams are haunted by past faces. Another casualty falls in the war between Johnny Sack and Little Carmine, and Tony B. heads to New York for revenge.
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Directed by Allen CoulterWritten by Matthew Weiner, David ChaseGuest stars Vincent Pastore, Leslie Bega, Joe Santos, Annette Bening, John Ventimiglia, Al Sapienza, David Proval, Annabella Sciorra
With the feds pulling a new trump card, Adriana ponders her options. Tony B. unloads some heavy baggage on Tony, and vice-versa. Johnny Sack makes Tony an offer he can refuse, and Tony offers Carmela a deal to make her real-estate dreams come true.
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Directed by Tim Van PattenWritten by Terence WinterGuest stars Karen Young, Felicity LaFortune, Leslie Bega, John Ventimiglia, Jelani Jeffries, Steve Buscemi, Vincent Curatola, Frank Vincent
In the Season Five finale, Tony's crew circles the wagons as Johnny Sack turns up the heat. Carmela counts her blessings. Christopher is freaked out by an unexpected visitor. Benny's connection to the plumber's union comes in handy. A.J. demonstrates his business acumen. Tony ponders whether to execute a 'sacrifice bunt.'
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Directed by John PattersonWritten by Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green, David ChaseGuest stars Tony Darrow, Jessica Dunphy, Paul Diomede, Adam Scarimbolo, Steve Buscemi, Paul Dano, Vincent Curatola, Dan Grimaldi