The Best Episodes of The Sopranos Season 1

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   8.4/10(16634 votes)

   #1 - The Sopranos

   S1:E11/10/1999

   After suffering a series of mysterious anxiety attacks, New Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano agrees to see a psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Melfi. As he opens up to the doctor, Tony reveals details about his problems at home and at work that involve his wife Carmela, his kids Meadow and Anthony Jr., his Uncle Junior and his domineering mother Livia.

   Director:David Chase

   Writer:David Chase

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   Director:David Chase

   Writer:David Chase
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   8.2/10(13207 votes)

   #2 - 46 Long

   S1:E21/17/1999

   With acting boss Jackie Aprile dying of cancer, Tony prepares for a power struggle with Uncle Junior. Christopher and his associate Brendan make trouble for themselves when they jack a truck full of DVD players. Tony's mother Livia finally agrees to live in a retirement community. Big Pussy and Paulie Walnuts are sent to find a stolen car.

   Director:Dan Attias

   Writer:David Chase

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   Director:Dan Attias

   Writer:David Chase
3. 

   8.5/10(12788 votes)

   #3 - Denial, Anger, Acceptance

   S1:E31/24/1999

   Uncle Junior's associate Mikey Palmice stirs things up by making Junior think Tony wants to be next in line for boss. Meanwhile, Tony, Paulie and Silvio deal with Hasidic family problems.

   Director:Nick Gomez

   Writer:Mark Saraceni

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   Director:Nick Gomez

   Writer:Mark Saraceni
4. 

   8.5/10(12353 votes)

   #4 - Meadowlands

   S1:E41/31/1999

   Jackie Aprile's health worsens, forcing Tony to make a tough decision. Meanwhile, Anthony Jr. learns the true nature of his father's job in 'waste management.' Also, Tony hires sleazy police lieutenant Vin Makazian to investigate Dr. Melfi's background.

   Director:John Patterson

   Writer:Jason Cahill

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   Director:John Patterson

   Writer:Jason Cahill
5. 

   8.9/10(14187 votes)

   #5 - College

   S1:E52/7/1999

   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

   Writers:James Manos Jr., David Chase

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   Director:Allen Coulter

   Writers:James Manos Jr., David Chase
6. 

   8.4/10(11723 votes)

   #6 - Pax Soprana

   S1:E62/14/1999

   At Tony's suggestion, Junior is made acting boss after Jackie dies. In therapy, Tony surprises Dr. Melfi with an admission. Carmela and Irina (Tony's mistress) both suffer as Tony's libido takes a nosedive.

   Director:Alan Taylor

   Writer:Frank Renzulli

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   Director:Alan Taylor

   Writer:Frank Renzulli
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7. 

   8.3/10(11347 votes)

   #7 - Down Neck

   S1:E72/21/1999

   After stealing the 'sacramental wine' from the school chapel, Anthony Jr. is suspended. Tony is concerned that his bad influence is responsible for his son's behavior, and has a series of disturbing flashbacks in which he remembers learning that his own father was in the mob.

   Director:Lorraine Senna

   Writers:Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green

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   Director:Lorraine Senna

   Writers:Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
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   8.5/10(11389 votes)

   #8 - The Legend of Tennessee Moltisanti

   S1:E82/28/1999

   At the wedding of Larry Boy's daughter, the 'boys' find out they're going to be indicted, and make a premature exit to get rid of incriminating evidence at home. Upset that he isn't getting the notoriety of other family members, an agitated Christopher has an ugly encounter with a bakery clerk.

   Director:Tim Van Patten

   Writers:David Chase, Frank Renzulli

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   Director:Tim Van Patten

   Writers:David Chase, Frank Renzulli
9. 

   8.5/10(11224 votes)

   #9 - Boca

   S1:E93/7/1999

   Uncle Junior enjoys a romantic tryst in Boca with his girlfriend Bobbi, not realizing that she's been gabbing to her beauty-parlor friends about his oral talents. Meanwhile, controversy arises when Meadow's soccer coach announces he's leaving the school.

   Director:Andy Wolk

   Writers:Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green, Jason Cahill

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   Director:Andy Wolk

   Writers:Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green, Jason Cahill
10. 

    7.7/10(11248 votes)

    #10 - A Hit Is a Hit

    S1:E103/14/1999

    Christopher and Adrianna cut a deal with a famous gangsta rapper who claims that Hesh pocketed royalties belonging to a cousin who recorded several hit songs decades ago. Meanwhile, Tony plays golf with Cusamano and his white-bread friends.

    Director:Matthew Penn

    Writers:Joe Bosso, Frank Renzulli

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    Director:Matthew Penn

    Writers:Joe Bosso, Frank Renzulli
11. 

    8.8/10(11182 votes)

    #11 - Nobody Knows Anything

    S1:E113/21/1999

    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

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    Director:Henry J. Bronchtein

    Writer:Frank Renzulli
12. 

    9.1/10(12459 votes)

    #12 - Isabella

    S1:E123/28/1999

    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

    Writers:Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green

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    Director:Allen Coulter

    Writers:Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
13. 

    9.2/10(12387 votes)

    #13 - I Dream of Jeannie Cusamano

    S1:E134/4/1999

    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

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    Director:John Patterson

    Writer:David Chase