Tony Soprano isn’t your typical family man.
Balancing home life with running the DiMeo crime family makes for one of TV’s most compelling characters – and one of the most celebrated shows of all time.
When The Sopranos premiered on HBO in 1999, it helped usher in television’s modern “Golden Age,” proving small-screen storytelling could match cinema in scope and quality. Over six seasons and 86 episodes, the series won 21 Emmy Awards and became appointment viewing for millions.
Whether you’re starting fresh or revisiting the story, here’s how to watch The Sopranos, its prequel film The Many Saints of Newark, and even a 2022 Super Bowl ad that reunited some familiar faces.
How to Watch in Release Order
- The Sopranos (1999–2007, 6 seasons)
- The Many Saints of Newark (2021)
- The Sopranos Chevrolet Super Bowl Commercial (2022, optional)
How to Watch in Chronological Order
If you want the story in timeline sequence, start with the prequel:
- June 1967: The Many Saints of Newark
- June 1998–April 1999: Season 1
- June 1999–June 2000: Season 2
- Sept. 2000–Jan. 2001: Season 3
- Sept. 2002–May 2003: Season 4
- March–Dec. 2004: Season 5
- April 2006–Dec. 2007: Season 6
- Feb. 2022: Chevrolet Super Bowl commercial
- The Super Bowl Commercial: Canon or Not?
The 2022 Chevrolet ad, directed by Sopranos creator David Chase, reunited Jamie-Lynn Sigler and Robert Iler as Meadow and A.J. Soprano. Packed with series Easter eggs, the short spot has been embraced by many fans as a canon epilogue.
The Infamous Cut-to-Black Ending
The series finale sparked debate when it ended abruptly as Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” played and the screen cut to black. While many theories suggest Tony’s death, others believe it simply symbolizes life continuing. Chase has kept the mystery alive, saying he has “no interest in explaining” the ending.
Watching The Many Saints of Newark Before or After?
It’s a personal choice. Watching the prequel first gives chronological context, while watching it after The Sopranos adds emotional depth through familiar references.
The Sopranos Video Game
The 2006 PS2 title The Sopranos: Road to Respect is not considered canon, despite some involvement from Chase and voice work by cast members.
Where to Watch
The Sopranos is streaming on HBO Max, along with bonus content like the Talking Sopranos podcast and the Wise Guy documentary. The Many Saints of Newark is available via digital purchase or rental on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home. Availability may vary over time.
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