The Sopranos season 2
| The Sopranos | |
|---|---|
| Season 2 | |
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| Starring | |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
| Release | |
| Original network | HBO |
| Original release | January 16 – April 9, 2000 |
| Season chronology | |
The second season of the American crime drama series The Sopranos aired on HBO from January 16 to April 9, 2000. The second season was released on DVD in region 1 on November 6, 2001.[1]
The story of the season focuses on Tony's growing mistrust of one of his closest friends Big Pussy Bonpensiero, who is revealed to be an FBI informant. Dr. Melfi continues meeting with Tony despite her growing disgust with his actions and contemplates the nature of their relationship. Tony's sister Janice also returns to New Jersey, and their collectively strained relationship with their mother Livia and each other continues.
Meadow is accepted into college, but her personal life intersects with Tony's crime life for the first time. Uncle Junior gets sent to prison again for his crimes. Tony introduces his new enforcer straight from Italy, Furio. Former boss Jackie Aprile's brother Richie is released from prison and causes trouble for Tony and his business.
Main cast
Cast
- James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano (13 episodes)
- Lorraine Bracco as Jennifer Melfi (11 episodes)
- Edie Falco as Carmela Soprano (13 episodes)
- Michael Imperioli as Christopher Moltisanti (12 episodes)
- Dominic Chianese as Corrado "Junior" Soprano, Jr. (11 episodes)
- Vincent Pastore as Sal "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero (12 episodes)
- Steven Van Zandt as Silvio Dante (11 episodes)
- Tony Sirico as Paul "Paulie Walnuts" Gualtieri (11 episodes)
- Robert Iler as Anthony Soprano, Jr. (10 episodes)
- Jamie-Lynn Sigler as Meadow Soprano (11 episodes)
- Nancy Marchand as Livia Soprano (9 episodes)
- Drea de Matteo as Adriana La Cerva (9 episodes)
- David Proval as Richie Aprile (9 episodes)
- Aida Turturro as Janice Soprano (12 episodes)
Recurring cast
- Louis Lombardi as Agent Skip Lipari (8 episodes)
- Federico Castelluccio as Furio Giunta (8 episodes)
- Lillo Brancato, Jr. as Matthew Bevilaqua (6 episodes)
- Steven R. Schirripa as Bobby Baccalieri (6 episodes)
- Jerry Adler as Herman "Hesh" Rabkin (5 episodes)
- Chris Tardio as Sean Gismonte (4 episodes)
- Peter Bogdanovich as Dr. Elliot Kupferberg (4 episodes)
- John Ventimiglia as Artie Bucco (4 episodes)
- Toni Kalem as Angie Bonpensiero (4 episodes)
- Vincent Curatola as Johnny Sack (3 episodes)
- Oksana Lada as Irina Peltsin (3 episodes)
- Tom Aldredge as Hugo "Hugh" DeAngelis (3 episodes)
- Suzanne Shepherd as Mary Pellegrino DeAngelis (3 episodes)
- Robert Patrick as David Scatino (3 episodes)
- Sharon Angela as Rosalie Aprile (3 episodes)
- Nicole Burdette as Barbara Soprano Giglione (2 episodes)
- Joseph R. Gannascoli as Vito Spatafore (2 episodes)
- Dan Grimaldi as Phillip "Philly Spoons" Parisi (2 episodes)
- Sofia Milos as Annalisa Zucca (2 episodes)
- Frank Pellegrino as Agent Frank Cubitoso (2 episodes)
Episodes
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | U.S. viewers (millions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 1 | "Guy Walks into a Psychiatrist's Office..." | Allen Coulter | Jason Cahill | January 16, 2000 | 7.64[2] |
| 15 | 2 | "Do Not Resuscitate" | Martin Bruestle | Robin Green & Mitchell Burgess and Frank Renzulli | January 23, 2000 | 5.33[3] |
| 16 | 3 | "Toodle-Fucking-Oo" | Lee Tamahori | Frank Renzulli | January 30, 2000 | 5.60[4] |
| 17 | 4 | "Commendatori" | Tim Van Patten | David Chase | February 6, 2000 | 7.16[5] |
| 18 | 5 | "Big Girls Don't Cry" | Tim Van Patten | Terence Winter | February 13, 2000 | 5.34[6] |
| 19 | 6 | "The Happy Wanderer" | John Patterson | Frank Renzulli | February 20, 2000 | 5.83[7] |
| 20 | 7 | "D-Girl" | Allen Coulter | Todd A. Kessler | February 27, 2000 | 6.66[8] |
| 21 | 8 | "Full Leather Jacket" | Allen Coulter | Robin Green & Mitchell Burgess | March 5, 2000 | 6.29[9] |
| 22 | 9 | "From Where to Eternity" | Henry J. Bronchtein | Michael Imperioli | March 12, 2000 | 7.18[10] |
| 23 | 10 | "Bust Out" | John Patterson | Frank Renzulli and Robin Green & Mitchell Burgess | March 19, 2000 | 7.62[11] |
| 24 | 11 | "House Arrest" | Tim Van Patten | Terence Winter | March 26, 2000 | 5.51[12] |
| 25 | 12 | "The Knight in White Satin Armor" | Allen Coulter | Robin Green & Mitchell Burgess | April 2, 2000 | 5.44[13] |
| 26 | 13 | "Funhouse" | John Patterson | David Chase and Todd A. Kessler | April 9, 2000 | 8.97[2] |
Reception
Critical response
The second season of The Sopranos received universal acclaim from critics—garnering a 97 out of 100 on Metacritic,[14] and a 94% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The latter aggregator reports a critical consensus of "The Sopranos' strong cast and solid writing add depth to the show's occasionally unlikable characters and their repellent deeds, making for thought-provoking, consistently compelling viewing."[15] Ed Bark of Dallas Morning News wrote, "[It] could be the best TV series of our times. Not for everyone, no. But for what it is, The Sopranos is near magical."[14]
Steve Johnson of the Chicago Tribune praised the series for accurately portraying human communication, observing how the show reveals "matters of the greatest consequence stem from misunderstandings and misinterpretations."[14] Eric Mink of The New York Times wrote of the show's unique writing and multifaceted characters: "The Sopranos remains a showcase for ferociously distinctive writing, inventive direction and brilliant portrayals of surprisingly, even disturbingly, sympathetic multilayered characters by a perfectly cast group of actors who hold back nothing."[16]
Awards and nominations
- Nomination for Outstanding Drama Series
- Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (James Gandolfini) (Episode: "The Happy Wanderer")
- Nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (Lorraine Bracco) (Episode: "Big Girls Don't Cry")
- Nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (Edie Falco) (Episode: "Full Leather Jacket")
- Nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Dominic Chianese)
- Nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (Nancy Marchand) (Episodes: "Do Not Resuscitate" + "Funhouse")
- Nomination for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (Allen Coulter) (Episode: "The Knight in White Satin Armor")
- Nomination for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (John Patterson) (Episode: "Funhouse")
- Nomination for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series (David Chase, Todd A. Kessler) (Episode: "Funhouse")
- Nomination for Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series (Robin Green, Mitchell Burgess) (Episode: "The Knight in White Satin Armor")
7th Screen Actors Guild Awards
- Nomination for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (Entire Cast)
- Nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series (James Gandolfini)
- Nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series (Edie Falco)
- Nomination for Best Drama Series
- Nomination for Best Actor in a Drama Series (James Gandolfini)
- Nomination for Best Actress in a Drama Series (Lorraine Bracco)
- Nomination for Best Actress in a Drama Series (Edie Falco)
- Nomination for Best Drama Series
- Nomination for Best Actor in a Drama Series (James Gandolfini)
- Nomination for Best Actress in a Drama Series (Edie Falco)
Writers Guild of America Awards 2000
- Nomination for Best Drama Episode (Mitchell Burgess, Robin Green) (Episode: "The Knight in White Satin Armor")
- Nomination for Best Drama Episode (Terence Winter) (Episode: "Big Girls Don't Cry")
Directors Guild of America Awards
- Nomination for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (Henry J. Bronchtein) (Episode: "From Where to Eternity")
- Nomination for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (Allen Coulter) (Episode: "The Knight in White Satin Armor")
- Nomination for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (John Patterson) (Episode: "Funhouse")
- Nomination for Program of the Year
- Nomination for Outstanding Achievement in Drama
- Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Drama (James Gandolfini)
References
- ^ "The Sopranos - The Complete 2nd Season". TVShowsOnDVD.com. Archived from the original on January 28, 2016. Retrieved May 17, 2015.
- ^ a b "The Comeback". The Chicago Tribune. March 14, 2006. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Brownfield, Paul (January 26, 2000). "'Millionaire' Outshines Golden Globes, Streisand". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (February 2, 2000). "Super Bowl, 'Millionaire' Put ABC in Lofty Position". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 12, 2016.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (February 9, 2000). "'Millionaire,' 'Practice' Give ABC Early Sweeps Lead". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (February 16, 2000). "Sweeps Programs Give Networks Memorable Sunday". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (February 24, 2000). "'ER' Loses a Character, Earns High Ratings". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (March 1, 2000). "Grammys, 'Perfect' Boost CBS; ABC Sweeps February". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Brownfield, Paul (March 8, 2000). "'Millionaire,' 'Carey' Help Give ABC Another Win". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (March 15, 2000). "'Millionaire's' Roll Keeps ABC's Streak Going". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Brownfield, Paul (March 22, 2000). "Walters' Interview of Ramseys Gives ABC Added Boost". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (March 29, 2000). "Oscar Programming, 'Millionaire' Give ABC Honors". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved January 1, 2020.
- ^ Lowry, Brian (April 5, 2000). "New Spring Series, Basketball Missing Their Shots". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved March 11, 2016.
- ^ a b c "The Sopranos: Season 2". Metacritic. Retrieved January 13, 2017.
- ^ "The Sopranos: Season 2 (2000)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved January 13, 2017.
- ^ James, Caryn (January 14, 2000). "TV WEEKEND; The Ziti's in the Oven and the Matriarch's Still Not Dead". The New York Times. Retrieved January 23, 2017.
