‎Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos - Apple TV

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Firsthand accounts and revelations from the people who brought the groundbreaking series to life.

Documentary · 2024 · 1 hr 15 min

Starring David Chase

Director Alex Gibney

EPISODE 1

Part One

A New Jersey native and successful TV writer, David Chase decides to pen a script inspired by his mother and the "wise guys" of his youth. After finding a home at HBO, Chase begins casting for a pilot about a mobster who seeks therapy. With James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, and Lorraine Bracco in place, The Sopranos debuts to rave reviews and becomes a water-cooler sensation.

1 hr 11 min · Sep 7, 2024
EPISODE 2

Part Two

With The Sopranos a hit, Chase and his writers discuss drawing on their personal experiences and the challenges of balancing often violent subject matter with dark comedy. After Gandolfini's untimely death, the cast and crew share memories of his generosity as well as his struggles with the spotlight. Years after the series ends, Chase reflects on its controversial finale.

1 hr 18 min · Sep 7, 2024

David Chase

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Alex Gibney

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Ophelia Harutyunyan

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Alex Gibney

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Nicole Lambert

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Richard Perello

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Stacey Offman

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Nancy Abraham

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Lisa Heller

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Sara Rodriguez

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