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Tony Soprano, a Capo in the Jersey mafia, begins seeing a therapist because he is stricken by panic attacks. During his session, Dr. Melfi learns of his two conflicted families. Tony is stressed by his unhappy wife, rebellious kids and his demanding mother. On the business side, Tony feels pressure from his willful nephew, while also engaging in a power struggle with his Uncle Junior. Read full recap »

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Writers:: David Chase

Director:: David Chase

Stars:: Michael Imperioli (Christopher Moltisanti); James Gandolfini (Tony Soprano); Lorraine Bracco (Dr. Jennifer Melfi); Edie Falco (Carmela Soprano); Dominic Chianese (Corrado "Junior" Soprano); Tony Sirico (Paulie Walnuts); Robert Iler (Anthony Soprano, Jr.); Jamie-Lynn Sigler (Meadow Soprano); Nancy Marchand (Livia Soprano); Vincent Pastore (Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero); Steve Van Zandt (Silvio Dante)

Recurring Role:: John Ventimiglia (Artie Bucco); Jerry Adler (Hesh Rabkin); Michele de Cesare (Hunter Scangarelo); Drea de Matteo (Adriana La Cerva); Katherine Narducci (Charmaine Bucco); Anthony DeSando (Brendan Filone)

Guest Star:: Alton Clinton (MRI Technician); Philip Coccioletti (Nils Borglund); Elanie Del Valle (Sandrine); Giuseppe Delipiano (Restaurant Owner); Siberia Federico (Irina); Justine Miceli (Nursing Home Director); Joe Pucillo (Beppy); Michael Santoro (Father Phil Intintola); Joe Lisi (Dick Barone); Michael Gaston (Mahaffey); Bruce Smolanoff (Emil Kolar)

Tony insists calling Green Grove a "retirement community" throughout the episode. This becomes a running joke throughout the series. edit »
The pork store they have as a meeting place is Centanni's Meat Market. Starting on the next episode, the pork store would be the Satriale's Meat Market after HBO acquired an abandoned location in Kearny, New Jersey. edit »
It is said that Tony is the boss of the New Jersey organized crime family. However, starting on the next episode, Tony is ranked to captain by the writers. edit »

The German episode title is "Tony in der Krise", meaning "Tony in Crisis". edit »
The pilot was shot in 1997, two years before the show aired on HBO. This explains the differences in appearance for many of the main characters (most noticably, Robert Iler as A.J.); the long time span also explains the recasts of Father Phil and Irina. edit »
Music in this episode:
"Fired Up!" by Funky Green Dogs; "I Wonder Why" by Dion & The Belmonts; "Can't Be Still" by Booker T. and the MG's; "I'm So Happy I Can't Stop Crying" by Sting; "Little Star" by The Elegants; "Lumina" by Joan Osborne; "No More I Love You's" by Annie Lennox; "Rumble" by Link Wray; "Shame, Shame, Shame" by Shirley & Company; "Tardes De Bolonha" by Madredeus; "The Other Side of This Life" by Jefferson Airplane; "Welcome Back" by Land of the Loops; "Who Can You Trust" by Morcheeba; "Who's Sorry Now" by Connie Francis; "The Rockford Files" by Mike Post; "I'm a Man" by Bo Diddley; "The Beast In Me" by Nick Lowe edit »
Steve Van Zandt originally auditioned for the role of Tony Soprano. edit »
Lorraine Bracco was originally asked to play the role of Carmela Soprano, but she felt that the part was too familiar because of her character in Goodfellas. She felt the role of Dr. Melfi would be more challenging. edit »

Dr. Melfi: Have you ever had a prostate exam?
Tony: Are you kidding? I don't let anyone wag their finger in my face.
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Big Pussy: (to Mahaffey) That's a shame. A medication comes along after your gambling gets your fucking hip busted to shit. edit »
Hesh: I hear Junior wants to whack Pussy Bonpensiero.
Tony: Pussy Malanga.
Hesh: Oh, Little Pussy.
Tony: Yeah, Little Pussy. You think he's going to fuck with Big Pussy? My Pussy? edit »
(after hearing his grandmother isn't coming to his birthday party)
A.J.: So what, no fucking ziti now? edit »
Junior: You can't blame it all on the Justice Department. edit »

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nairhart01
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The Bottom Line: "Pilot episode"
A totally awesome pilot! ...Continue »
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Great start of an awesome series ...Continue »
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Muzaver
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The Bottom Line: "Series classic"
What a way to kick it off ...Continue »
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FilipHolm
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The Bottom Line: "Pilot episode"
Now when "The Sopranos" is over,i desided to review all the episodes... the problem is, i don�t remember every, so untill i get the season boxes i will review the episodes that i remember the best, episodes that have touched me. ...Continue »
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