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The Best Episodes of The Sopranos

Every episode of The Sopranos ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Sopranos!

The Best Episodes of The Sopranos

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...

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  1. Background image for Pine Barrens
    9.7/10(18.8k votes)

    #1 - Pine Barrens

    S3:E11

    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.

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  2. Background image for Long Term Parking
    9.7/10(13.2k votes)

    #2 - Long Term Parking

    S5:E12

    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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  3. Background image for The Blue Comet
    9.6/10(11.4k votes)

    #3 - The Blue Comet

    S6:E20

    The spectre of disloyalty among the crew hangs over Tony as Phil Leotardo decides how to handle recent issues with the Soprano crime family. A hit gone wrong comes at a huge cost. A.J.'s conquering of his depression is challenged.

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  4. Background image for Funhouse
    9.4/10(11.9k votes)

    #4 - Funhouse

    S2:E13

    In the Season Two finale, Tony has a series of 'fever dreams' that help to shed light on some of his problems--particularly his troubles over Big Pussy.

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  5. Background image for Made in America
    9.4/10(15.7k votes)

    #5 - Made in America

    S6:E21

    Tony seeks to find a peace with the Leotardo crew while dealing with rumors a member of his own crew may have flipped. A.J. makes a decision regarding his future and Junior's slide into dementia continues.

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    Director:David Chase
  6. Background image for The Knight in White Satin Armor
    9.3/10(10.9k votes)

    #6 - The Knight in White Satin Armor

    S2:E12

    Engaged lovebirds Richie and Janice have an explosive first quarrel. Meanwhile, Irina takes drastic measures to try to convince Tony to continue their affair.

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  8. Background image for Whoever Did This
    9.3/10(10.1k votes)

    #7 - Whoever Did This

    S4:E9

    After an aggressive team of reporters lowers the boom on Uncle Junior, his lawyers try a new strategy. Ralph has some fun at the expense of Paulie and his mother, but soon winds up with his own family problems. Meanwhile, Tony again finds refuge at the stables.

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  9. Background image for Whitecaps
    9.3/10(10.5k votes)

    #8 - Whitecaps

    S4:E13

    In the Season Four finale, Tony and Carmela contemplate purchasing a shore house, but a voice from the past threatens the deal. While Uncle Junior breaks out the Hearty Burgundy, Little Paulie and Benny break in a new sound system on the Stugots. With Carmine apparently intent on putting the past behind him, Tony and Johnny Sack weigh their options, carefully.

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  10. Background image for Irregular Around the Margins
    9.3/10(9.5k votes)

    #9 - Irregular Around the Margins

    S5:E5

    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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  11. Background image for All Due Respect
    9.3/10(8.9k votes)

    #10 - All Due Respect

    S5:E13

    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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  12. Background image for The Second Coming
    9.3/10(9.2k votes)

    #11 - The Second Coming

    S6:E19

    Tony attempts to repair the rift between New Jersey and New York. A.J.'s depression struggle continues. A New York associate crosses the line with Meadow.

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    9.2/10(11.1k votes)

    #12 - I Dream of Jeannie Cusamano

    S1:E13

    In the Season One finale, Tony is stunned to discover that the attempt on his life may have been ordered by someone very close to him. Later, he must deal with the fact that everyone knows he is seeing a shrink. Christopher is sent to take care of Jimmy Altieri.

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  14. Background image for Amour Fou
    9.2/10(9.4k votes)

    #13 - Amour Fou

    S3:E12

    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.'

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  15. Background image for Members Only
    9.2/10(9.3k votes)

    #14 - Members Only

    S6:E1

    Gene Pontecorvo makes a final break from the mob life, while Junior's paranoid delusions could be the end of Tony.

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  16. Background image for Kennedy and Heidi
    9.2/10(10.0k votes)

    #15 - Kennedy and Heidi

    S6:E18

    The Soprano and Lupertazzi crime families quarrel over asbestos removal. Tony deals with a problematic associate. Paulie suffers a devastating personal loss. A.J. questions his friendship with Jasons Parisi and Gervasi.

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  17. Background image for Isabella
    9.1/10(11.1k votes)

    #16 - Isabella

    S1:E12

    Hit men are sent out to whack Tony, who comes out of his depression when he meets Isabella, an Italian exchange student staying next door.

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  18. Background image for Employee of the Month
    9.1/10(9.9k votes)

    #17 - Employee of the Month

    S3:E4

    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.

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  19. Background image for Soprano Home Movies
    9.1/10(9.1k votes)

    #18 - Soprano Home Movies

    S6:E13

    Bobby and Janice host a wild 47th birthday bash for Tony at their Adirondacks vacation home. Tony's actions following Johnny Sack's arrest come back to haunt him.

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  20. Background image for Army of One
    9.0/10(9.1k votes)

    #19 - Army of One

    S3:E13

    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.

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  21. Background image for College
    8.9/10(12.7k votes)

    #20 - College

    S1:E5

    During a trip to Maine for Meadow's college interviews, Tony sees a man he believes is a relocated mob snitch. Back at home, Carmela receives comfort from Father Phil.

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  22. Background image for The Strong, Silent Type
    8.9/10(8.3k votes)

    #21 - The Strong, Silent Type

    S4:E10

    At therapy, Tony likens himself to the 'sad clown,' but Melfi doesn't buy into his melancholy portrait. Meanwhile, Carmela drags A.J. with her to Furio's house to offer decorating tips and companionship; Paulie puts the finishing touches on some free artwork; and Christopher finds himself at a crossroads.

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  23. Background image for Walk Like a Man
    8.9/10(8.3k votes)

    #22 - Walk Like a Man

    S6:E17

    The relationship between Christopher and Paulie's falters, while A.J. grows depressed over his break-up with Blanca.

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  24. Background image for Nobody Knows Anything
    8.8/10(10.0k votes)

    #23 - Nobody Knows Anything

    S1:E11

    After Jimmy and Pussy are arrested in an FBI raid, Makazian tells a stunned Tony that Pussy may be wired for the Feds. Tony sends Paulie to find out for sure. Later, Tony learns that Makazian might be trying to frame Pussy to get out of his gambling debts.

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  25. Background image for Full Leather Jacket
    8.8/10(9.1k votes)

    #24 - Full Leather Jacket

    S2:E8

    Although Richie is miffed at Tony for forcing him to build a ramp for the pizza-parlor owner he paralyzed, he decides to make a peace offering. Unhappy with their lowly status as Christopher's lackeys, Sean and Matt decide to pledge their allegiance to Richie--through a violent, unexpected act.

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  26. Background image for From Where to Eternity
    8.8/10(9.1k votes)

    #25 - From Where to Eternity

    S2:E9

    Christopher has an out-of-body experience that spooks Paulie to no end. Carmela urges Tony to have a vasectomy. Visiting her own psychiatrist, Melfi reveals the 'unholy alliance' she's made with Tony...as well as her growing dependence on pills and alcohol.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Pine Barrens" is the best rated episode of "The Sopranos". It scored 9.7/10 based on 18765 votes. Directed by Steve Buscemi and written by Terence Winter, it aired on 5/6/2001. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Long Term Parking".