9.7/1017,561 votesLoading...#1 - Pine Barrens
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 5/6/2001
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.
Director: Steve Buscemi
Writer: Terence Winter
9.7/1012,205 votesLoading...#2 - Long Term Parking
Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 5/23/2004
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.
Director: Tim Van Patten
Writer: Terence Winter
9.6/1010,640 votesLoading...#3 - The Blue Comet
Season 6 Episode 20 - Aired 6/3/2007
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.
Director: Alan Taylor
Writer: David Chase, Matthew Weiner
9.4/1011,087 votesLoading...#4 - Funhouse
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 4/9/2000
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.
Director: John Patterson
Writer: David Chase, Todd A. Kessler
9.4/1014,679 votesLoading...#5 - Made in America
Season 6 Episode 21 - Aired 6/10/2007
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.
Director: David Chase
Writer: David Chase
9.3/1010,156 votesLoading...#6 - The Knight in White Satin Armor
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 4/2/2000
Engaged lovebirds Richie and Janice have an explosive first quarrel. Meanwhile, Irina takes drastic measures to try to convince Tony to continue their affair.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
9.3/109,504 votesLoading...#7 - Whoever Did This
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 11/10/2002
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.
Director: Tim Van Patten
Writer: Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
9.3/109,790 votesLoading...#8 - Whitecaps
Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 12/8/2002
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.
Director: John Patterson
Writer: David Chase, Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
9.3/108,870 votesLoading...#9 - Irregular Around the Margins
Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 4/4/2004
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.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
9.3/108,308 votesLoading...#10 - All Due Respect
Season 5 Episode 13 - Aired 6/6/2004
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.'
Director: John Patterson
Writer: David Chase, Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
9.3/108,552 votesLoading...#11 - The Second Coming
Season 6 Episode 19 - Aired 5/20/2007
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.
Director: Tim Van Patten
Writer: Terence Winter
9.2/1010,361 votesLoading...#12 - I Dream of Jeannie Cusamano
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 4/4/1999
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.
Director: John Patterson
Writer: David Chase
9.2/108,820 votesLoading...#13 - Amour Fou
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 5/13/2001
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.'
Director: Tim Van Patten
Writer: David Chase, Frank Renzulli
9.2/108,659 votesLoading...#14 - Members Only
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 3/12/2006
Gene Pontecorvo makes a final break from the mob life, while Junior's paranoid delusions could be the end of Tony.
Director: Tim Van Patten
Writer: Terence Winter
9.2/109,248 votesLoading...#15 - Kennedy and Heidi
Season 6 Episode 18 - Aired 5/13/2007
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.
Director: Alan Taylor
Writer: David Chase, Matthew Weiner
9.1/1010,424 votesLoading...#16 - Isabella
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/28/1999
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.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
9.1/109,259 votesLoading...#17 - Employee of the Month
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 3/18/2001
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.
Director: John Patterson
Writer: Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
9.1/108,442 votesLoading...#18 - Soprano Home Movies
Season 6 Episode 13 - Aired 4/8/2007
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.
Director: Tim Van Patten
Writer: David Chase, Matthew Weiner, Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
9.0/108,546 votesLoading...#19 - Army of One
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 5/20/2001
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.
Director: John Patterson
Writer: David Chase, Lawrence Konner
8.9/1011,876 votesLoading...#20 - College
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/7/1999
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.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: David Chase, James Manos, Jr.
8.9/107,803 votesLoading...#21 - The Strong, Silent Type
Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 11/17/2002
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.
Director: Alan Taylor
Writer: Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green, Terence Winter
8.9/107,663 votesLoading...#22 - Walk Like a Man
Season 6 Episode 17 - Aired 5/6/2007
The relationship between Christopher and Paulie's falters, while A.J. grows depressed over his break-up with Blanca.
Director: Terence Winter
Writer: Terence Winter
8.8/109,399 votesLoading...#23 - Nobody Knows Anything
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/21/1999
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.
Director: Henry J. Bronchtein
Writer: Frank Renzulli
8.8/108,508 votesLoading...#24 - Full Leather Jacket
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 3/5/2000
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.
Director: Allen Coulter
Writer: Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
8.8/108,499 votesLoading...#25 - From Where to Eternity
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 3/12/2000
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.
Director: Henry J. Bronchtein
Writer: Michael Imperioli
The Best Episodes of The Sopranos
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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...
Genre:Drama
Network:HBO
Best Episodes Summary
"Pine Barrens" is the best rated episode of "The Sopranos". It scored 9.7/10 based on 17561 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".