The Best Episodes of The Sopranos Season 1

#1 Fan Favorite
9.2/10(14139 votes)
#1 - 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
9.1/10(14168 votes)
#2 - 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
8.9/10(16281 votes)
#3 - 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:David Chase, James Manos Jr.
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Director:Allen Coulter
Writers:David Chase, James Manos Jr.
8.8/10(12614 votes)
#4 - 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
8.5/10(14549 votes)
#5 - 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
8.5/10(14027 votes)
#6 - 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

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8.5/10(12865 votes)
#7 - 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
8.5/10(12664 votes)
#8 - 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:Jason Cahill, Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
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Director:Andy Wolk
Writers:Jason Cahill, Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green
8.4/10(19281 votes)
#9 - 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
8.4/10(13301 votes)
#10 - 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
8.3/10(12822 votes)
#11 - 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
8.2/10(15094 votes)
#12 - 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
7.7/10(12772 votes)
#13 - 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