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After many years in the works, today sees “The Sopranos” prequel film “The Many Saints of Newark” hitting both theaters and HBO Max. The film is intended to work as a stand-alone gangster film but also gives fans some insight into the early days of Tony Soprano, played by James Gandolfini’s son Michael Gandolfini and the legendary gangster father of Christopher Moltisanti (Michael Imperioli), Dickie Moltisanti (Alessandro Nivola).

The Many Saints of Newark,” premiering Friday (in theaters and HBO Max), it’s tempting to try to rewatch the iconic series all the way from the beginning.That’s because the new film, which shows what life was like for the DiMeo crime family in the 1960s and 1970s, requires a little bit of background knowledge about the major players, including infamously complex eventual mob boss Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini).But we’ve got you covered.

“The Many Saints of Newark” — the prequel movie to “The Sopranos,” which opens Friday in theaters and on HBO Max — Ray Liotta knows a thing or two about wiseguys.But don’t let the thuggishness fool you: In real life, he’s more of a gentle fella.“I don’t go around beating people up,” Liotta, 66, told The Post. “I’ve never been in a fight.

14-year long mysterious fate.“The Many Saints of Newark” prequel film director Alan Taylor recently shared his thoughts on “The Sopranos‘” iconic, blackout ending — a stunning conclusion to James Gandolfini’s superb work as a mob don in therapy, an end which came over onion rings and Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’.”“I have to go with Tony’s dead,” Taylor, who directed several “Sopranos” episodes, told the Hollywood Reporter of the hotly debated finale episode, “Made In America.”In that

While the reviews for “The Many Saints of Newark” haven’t been as glowing as the reviews for “The Sopranos” TV series, most people can agree that Michael Gandolfini is good in his role as a young Tony Soprano in the film. So, perhaps there’s room for yet another ‘Sopranos’ prequel in the future? The actor is open to the idea, but he thinks the clock is definitely ticking on when it’s appropriate.

The list of names of those who have had a greater impact on television than David Chase is exceedingly short, if such a list exists at all. Chase made his debut in the medium in 1971, as a one-off writer for “The Lawyers,” penning the episode “In Defense of Ellen McKay.” Chase went on to work as the story editor for the influential horror-thriller series “Kolchak: The Night Stalker,” and then as a writer and producer for four seasons of “The Rockford Files,” where he won his first Emmy.

The Sopranos creator David Chase has opened up about bringing back original star Michael Imperioli for the new prequel film The Many Saints Of Newark.The actor, who played Christopher Moltisanti in the original HBO series, reprises his role briefly to narrate the opening and closing scenes, the film itself focusing on young Tony Soprano (Michael Gandolfini).Speaking to NME, Chase admitted that “was not always how the film was going to start”, explaining that Imperioli’s return was to help clear

which drops in theaters and on HBO Max Oct. 1.

the Guardian that he was approached by the HBO mob drama’s creator David Chase to play a different character.“No! I don’t know where that story came from,” Liotta said about the idea he was offered the role of Tony Soprano. “David once talked to me about playing Ralphie.

The Sopranos prequel film The Many Saints Of Newark, has revealed that he did not know that he was auditioning for the film.The Hamilton star was not considered for the first round of auditions for his role in the film, and when he was approached, details of the project were kept strictly under wraps.“They didn’t send me a script, but they were sending notes,” Odom Jr. told NME.

Michael Gandolfini has arrived. The 22-year-old son of James Gandolfini took on the role of his lifetime in The Many Saints of Newark, the upcoming feature film (and prequel to The Sopranos.) For Michael, playing a young version of Tony Soprano, the character his father made famous on the HBO series, was no easy task.

James Gandolfinilooked down with pride on Wednesday (Sept. 22) as his son, Michael Gandolfini, basked in the glow of camera flashes while walking the red carpet in New York City.

He’s part of a new generation poised to take over, along with Corrado “Junior” (Corey Stoll) and Johnny Soprano (Jon Bernthal). They clash with Harold McBrayer (Leslie Odom Jr.), a black gangster who works for Dickie but has his own grander aspirations.

“The Sopranos” earned her countless awards, was supposed to open the upcoming prequel movie, “The Many Saints of Newark,” which debuts on HBO and in theaters Oct. 1.“We had Edie come in and she dressed up as Carmela and we shot something with her and it wound up not being in the final movie,” the film’s director, Alan Taylor, told NME.Taylor went on to say “there was some confusion” about how the film should start.

The Sopranos creator David Chase has opened up about his favourite scene from the show.In conversation with NME ahead of new prequel film The Many Saints of Newark, Chase reflected on the moments from the hit HBO drama that he remains most proud of today.“I’m kind of ashamed because it’s something that I wrote,” he began, when asked to choose a favourite.Chase went on to discuss the scene in particular, which appears in the first episode of season four, ‘For All Debts Public and Private’ which

Sopranos fans have been remembering actor James Gandolfini on what would have been his 60th birthday.Ganolfini played Tony Soprano in the much loved hit HBO show which ran for six seasons.

The Sopranos creator David Chase has said he is “extremely angry” that the forthcoming prequel film The Many Saints of Newark is being premiered on HBO Max.Discussing the day-and-date format, which will see the film open in cinemas and on the streaming platform at the same time, Chase said the situation was “awful”.“I don’t think, frankly that I would’ve taken the job if I knew it was going to be a day-and-date release.

“The Many Saints of Newark” and the series hitting HBO’s streaming service. Stars of the show are now sharing stories from the set and reminiscing about the late great Tony Soprano himself, James Gandolfini.

newest trailer for “The Sopranos” prequel, “The Many Saints of Newark,” on Wednesday and it gave fans a new glimpse into the world of young Tony Soprano.One focus of the teaser features the relationship between Tony, played by the late James Gandolfini’s son Michael, and Dickie Moltisanti (Alessandro Nivola), the father of Christopher Moltisanti, who was portrayed by Michael Imperioli in the original series.Other scenes show Tony arguing with his mom, Livia Soprano (Vera Farmiga), members of the

Hamilton star Leslie Odom Jr. has said that he wasn’t aware that a part he auditioned for was for The Many Saints Of Newark, the upcoming The Sopranos sequel.The star revealed that he was not considered for the first round of auditions for his role in the film, and when he was approached, details of the project were kept strictly under wraps.“There came a point where they needed someone quickly, and I got the call,” Odom Jr.

“Many Saints Of New York” nearing its Oct. 1 release date, mob movie fans have been praising the “Sopranos” prequel’s “perfect” casting of James Gandolfini’s lookalike son Michael as the young Tony Soprano.

When it was announced that David Chase was returning to the world of “The Sopranos” for a new prequel film, “The Many Saints of Newark,” folks wondered who might play the younger version of Tony Soprano. Of course, when everyone found out that James Gandolfini’s son, Michael, had landed the role, ‘Sopranos’ fans breathed a sigh of relief.

“Talking Sopranos.”Thethree discussed Patrick’s character arc, starting with “The Happy Wanderer” (Season 2, Episode 6). Patrick, 62, explained that on his first day on set, he tried to jokingly provoke Gandolfini about coming to work hungover.“I had never met Mr.

Sopranos sequel The Many Saints Of Newark.The actor who played Bobby Bacala in the original HBO series, which ran from 1999-2007, hailed the film’s recent trailer and said he’s hearing great things about the prequel.“I saw the trailer, it looks great,” he told NME before adding: “I hear it’s wonderful and I’m looking forward to seeing it soon.”Despite having to fill big shoes, Michael Gandolfini, son of the late James Gandolfini, who plays a younger Tony Soprano, apparently “delivers the

The Sopranos.Van Zandt said in a new interview that he could imagine his character, Silvio Dante, delivering home truths to his mobster boss, Tony Soprano, because he sometimes had to do that as Springsteen’s best friend.He told The Times: I could certainly draw on my relationship with Bruce.

The Sopranos.Tony Soprano’s house, The Bada Bing! and Satriale’s Pork Store are all up for sale on the new board. Replacing the original game’s top hat and motor car are new tokens including Tony’s boat The Stugots and Bobby Bacala’s toy train engine.Additional touches lifted from the Emmy-winning show include the houses being replaced with “stashes”, hotels rebranded as “contraband”, chance cards renamed “Ayy!”, and community chest cards “Ohh!”The game is available from The OP now.

The Sopranos prequel film The Many Saints Of Newark.The E Street Band guitarist starred as Sopranos character Silvio Dante in the hit mafia drama, which ran from 1999-2007.Van Zandt recently told SiriusXM that creator David Chase showed him early cuts of the film and asked him for feedback. He said: “I saw several of the early cuts.

The Office.The late actor’s Sopranos co-stars Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa revealed the news during the latest episode of their podcast Talking Sopranos, while joined by Ricky Gervais.Gervais, who created the UK version of The Office on which the US version starring Carell is based, spoke about his admiration for Carell before Imperioli shared the trivia.“You know, they talked about having Gandolfini at one point replace him [Steve Carell], did you know that?” he said.Schirripa added:

Sopranos prequel film The Many Saints of Newark.The upcoming spin-off movie will follow the younger years of the iconic mob boss from the HBO series, with the epic trailer debuting last month.Michael’s stepmother Deborah Lin has now admitted that his father “would be very proud” of the work he has done.“It was almost surreal to see Michael in the trailer,” she told The New York Post. “I know it took a lot of courage for him to take this role.

opens with a memorable voice.«When I was a kid, guys like me were brought up to follow codes,» says the late James Gandolfini. The line is from the actor's most iconic role, as mob boss Tony Soprano on the hit HBO drama . Onscreen, we see a younger version of Tony, just getting his start in Newark, New Jersey.

The trailer, which dropped on Tuesday, spotlights the young Tony and his relationship with Dickie Moltisanti (Alessandro Nivola), the father of Christopher Moltisanti, played by Michael Imperioli in the series.“The Many Saints of Newark,” which recently saw its release date pushed back one week, is written by the show’s original creator, David Chase, and Lawrence Konner and directed by “Sopranos” veteran Alan Taylor.

Even though the show’s run ended almost fourteen years ago, the influence of David Chase‘s “The Sopranos” still looms over contemporary TV. Without Chase’s show, there’s arguably no “Breaking Bad,” “Better Call Saul,” “Ozark,” “Narcos,” or any number of other recent TV shows that still take inspiration from it.

was pushed from Dec. 18, 2020, to Oct.

The Sopranos.The comedian and actor said he was asked to join the HBO show a number of times but always refused because he didn’t want to “spoil it”.Speaking on a panel for The Hollywood Reporter, Rock said: “Sometimes you can respect something so much, you don’t even want to be a part of it.“Years ago, when I had my own show on HBO, it was at the height of The Sopranos, and I got a couple of offers to be on The Sopranos, and I was like, ‘I like it too much, I don’t want to spoil it’.”It comes

The Sopranos.Speaking on the Talking Sopranos podcast, as reported via Deadline, Baldwin revealed that he had cold-called The Sopranos production team and pitched them on casting him as Tony Soprano’s murderer.“I called up whoever it was and said, ‘there’s only one man in this business who should come in, whack [James Gandolfini’s Tony], and ride off with [Edie Falco’s Carmela], and I am that man’,” Baldwin said.He continued: “They were like, ‘Sure, great.