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The Sopranos

1999·Show
86Episodes in6Seasons·TV-MA

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The Sopranos fingerprint

Masterful craft, high energy.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics10
  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Plenty of dark humor and sharp wit

  • Dark Humor8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody6

World

Crime, family, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion10
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability9

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction10
  • Acting10
  • Narrative Structure10

Style

Standout editing, score, and cinematography

  • Editing9
  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

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.
Modern Shakespearean TragedyPsychological Crime DramaDysfunctional Family PortraitExistential Dread & AnxietyMafia Mythology DeconstructionSuburban Gothic RealismComplex Moral AmbiguityIconic Character StudyCinematic Television MilestoneBleak Human Condition

Actors

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Sopranos

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Sopranos legally?

The Sopranos is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Sopranos worth watching?

92
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 93/100 (IMDb 9.2, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 94). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Sopranos rated?

TV-MAViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Sopranos have?

6 seasons

It has 6 seasons with 86 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Sopranos?

Critics93
Audiences94

Yes. Critics average 93 and audiences 94 out of 100, so both groups see The Sopranos much the same way.

When did The Sopranos air?

It ran from 1999 to 2007 and has ended.

What language is The Sopranos in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Sopranos?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Sopranos in 117 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Sopranos use?

Red Herring TwistGunboat DiplomacyNoble BigotJoiseyAs HimselfHumiliation CongaPostmodernismBreaking the Fourth WallAdam WestingFood PornPosthumous CharacterConversation Casualtyand 622 more

TV Tropes lists 634 storytelling tropes for The Sopranos, including Red Herring Twist, Gunboat Diplomacy, Noble Bigot.