The Sopranos (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Series · ★ 8.6
Released in 1999, The Sopranos is a drama series. “Family. Redefined.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Sopranos stars James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano, Edie Falco as Carmela Soprano, Jamie-Lynn Sigler as Meadow Soprano and Robert Iler as A.J. Soprano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.6/10, The Sopranos sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sopranos page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sopranos tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Chernobyl.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sopranos (1999)?
- In US, The Sopranos is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Sopranos worth watching?
- The Sopranos holds an audience score of 8.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Sopranos?
- The Sopranos stars James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Robert Iler and Lorraine Bracco.