The Many Saints of Newark

In 1967, Tony Soprano embarks on a journey with Dickie Moltisanti to celebrate the return of Dickie's father, Hollywood Dick Moltisanti. He arrives home with his new Italian bride, Giuseppina, marking a significant moment for the DiMeo crime family.

Amidst the backdrop of family celebrations, a black taxi driver is violently assaulted by white police officers, igniting riots in Newark. This turmoil serves as a stark reminder of racial tensions sweeping through the city.

With the unrest escalating, Dickie's associate Harold McBrayer decides to join the chaos of the riots. This decision marks a shift in his path and foreshadows upcoming conflicts within the crime world.

During a chaotic carnival, both Johnny and Junior Soprano are arrested, leaving young Tony to witness the events unfold. This moment cements Tony's role as an observer in the tumultuous world around him.

As a result of the unrest and his criminal activities, Johnny Soprano receives a harsh four-year prison sentence. This event sets the stage for shifts in power within the crime family.

Hollywood Dick reveals his violent nature by brutally kicking Giuseppina down a flight of stairs. This act pushes Dickie to confront his father, leading to a tragic and violent turn in their relationship.

In a shocking turn of events, Dickie kills his father and stages the scene to look like a casualty of the riots. This marks a decisive point in his descent into deeper criminality and moral conflict.

Despite the chaos surrounding him, Dickie visits his uncle Sally, who is in prison for family crimes. These meetings not only bring comfort to Dickie, but also spark a deeper connection with Giuseppina.

Young Tony gets expelled from school for initiating a gambling scheme, reflecting his deepening involvement in the crime lifestyle. This early rebellion highlights the negative influences surrounding him.

Four years later, Johnny is welcomed back from prison in a heartfelt reunion with the family. Dickie and Joanne introduce their infant son, Christopher, signaling the continuation of family ties despite previous turmoil.

Harold returns from North Carolina with ambitions of establishing a black-led crime operation in Newark. His arrival complicates existing dynamics and introduces new rivalries within the crime family.

Tension mounts into violence as a bloody rivalry erupts between Harold's crew and the DiMeos. The feud culminates in a shootout that tragically claims the life of Buddha, escalating the conflict.

Tony continues to struggle academically, resulting in him stealing answers to his geometry exam. His guidance counselor expresses concern over his actions, recognizing a troubled genius burdened by his environment.

At a wake, Tony approaches Dickie seeking help for his mother, but Dickie's reluctance sparks tensions. Infuriated by Giuseppina's affair with Harold, Dickie's heartbreak leads him to commit a horrific act against her.

Tragedy strikes when Dickie is murdered by an unknown assailant on orders from Junior Soprano. As Tony grieves at Dickie's wake, he is left haunted by the consequences of a violent lifestyle and the choices he faces.