Season 5

Season 5
Information
Season	5
No. of episodes	13
Disc release	The Sopranos The Complete Fifth Season
Original run	March 7, 2004 – June 6, 2004
Preceded by	Season 4
Followed by	Season 6

The fifth season of The Sopranos aired on HBO from March 7 to June 6, 2004. The fifth season was released on DVD in region 1 on June 7, 2005.

Plot

The story of season five focuses on the return of two prominent members of the DiMeo family, Tony Blundetto and Feech La Manna, who are released from lengthy stays in prison and struggle to reintegrate themselves back within the family and the life of crime. Several prominent members of the Lupertazzi family also return from prison, and the subsequent power vacuum creates a growing rift between the New York and New Jersey crime families. Tony and Carmela adjust to their new lives and each other following their separation, which greatly affects their son, A.J. Uncle Junior's health continues to deteriorate, and Adriana's guilt over her role as an FBI informant grows. Christopher struggles with his newfound sobriety.

Timeline

Unlike other seasons, this season takes place over the course of six months from March 2004 to December 2004

Cast

Starring

• James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano (13 episodes)
• Lorraine Bracco as Jennifer Melfi (8 episodes)
• Edie Falco as Carmela Soprano (12 episodes)
• Michael Imperioli as Christopher Moltisanti (13 episodes)
• Dominic Chianese as Junior Soprano (7 episodes)
• Steven Van Zandt as Silvio Dante (11 episodes)
• Tony Sirico as "Paulie Walnuts" Gualtieri (11 episodes)
• Robert Iler as Anthony Soprano Jr. (12 episodes)
• Jamie-Lynn Sigler as Meadow Soprano (10 episodes)
• Drea de Matteo as Adriana La Cerva (10 episodes)
• Aida Turturro as Janice Soprano (6 episodes)
• Steven R. Schirripa as Bobby Baccalieri (10 episodes)
• John Ventimiglia as Artie Bucco (8 episodes)
• Vincent Curatola as 'Johnny Sack' Sacrimoni (9 episodes)
• Katherine Narducci as Charmaine Bucco (3 episodes)
• and Steve Buscemi as Tony Blundetto (13 episodes)

Episodes

No.   overall	No. in   season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	U.S. viewers   (millions)
53	1	"Two Tonys"	Tim Van Patten	Terence Winter and David Chase	March 7, 2004	12.14[2]
Tony tries to show Dr. Melfi his other side, but is rebuffed; Carmela and A.J. experience wildlife in their yard. Christopher and Paulie have a brief falling out when the "Pine Barrens incident" is re-mentioned. A possible power struggle within the New York Mafia arises.
54	2	"Rat Pack"	Alan Taylor	Matthew Weiner	March 14, 2004	9.97[3]
Mafiosi from both the New York and New Jersey crews imprisoned in the 80s are released. Among them is Tony's cousin Tony Blundetto; and a reunion party is thrown for them. Further unrest stirs for the New York Mafia after the untimely death of their powerful leader.
55	3	"Where's Johnny?"	John Patterson	Michael Caleo	March 21, 2004	10.11[4]
An ailing Uncle Junior goes looking for the deceased. Tony's powersharing plan for New York does not sit well with Johnny Sack. Paulie and Feech La Manna collide over territory for lawn mowing.
56	4	"All Happy Families..."	Rodrigo García	Toni Kalem	March 28, 2004	9.69[5]
A.J. has a night to remember in New York which causes Carmela to temporarily give Tony custody of A.J.; after a series of infractions, Tony handles the Feech La Manna problem. On orders from Johnny Sack, first blood is shed in New York.
57	5	"Irregular Around the Margins"	Allen Coulter	Robin Green & Mitchell Burgess	April 4, 2004	N/A
While Christopher is away on business, a single-car accident involving Tony and Adriana causes members of the Soprano crew to play a game of telephone. Tensions mount until Tony Blundetto offers a solution that saves face for all involved.
58	6	"Sentimental Education"	Peter Bogdanovich	Matthew Weiner	April 11, 2004	9.93[6]
Carmela sets ground rules for A.J.'s return to her residence while starting a relationship with a school counselor, leading her to face some uncomfortable revelations; Tony Blundetto's attempt at going straight goes sour.
59	7	"In Camelot"	Steve Buscemi	Terence Winter	April 18, 2004	9.08[7]
Tony meets his late father's mistress and learns some troublesome details about his father and a childhood pet. Uncle Junior slips into depression after attending several funerals while under house arrest. Christopher 'helps out' his AA sponsor, with predictable results.
60	8	"Marco Polo"	John Patterson	Michael Imperioli	April 25, 2004	N/A
Carmela throws a 75th birthday party for her father, Hugh, and has a reunion with Tony; as the conflict in New York escalates, Tony Blundetto is courted by an old ally.
61	9	"Unidentified Black Males"	Tim Van Patten	Matthew Weiner and Terence Winter	May 2, 2004	8.96[8]
Meadow lands her boyfriend a job which later backfires; Tony admits to Dr. Melfi the truth about his cousin's arrest. Tony and Carmela receive surprising news.
62	10	"Cold Cuts"	Mike Figgis	Robin Green & Mitchell Burgess	May 9, 2004	8.48[9]
Janice enters anger management after an incident with another parent at Sophia's soccer game; Tony Blundetto and Christopher visit their uncle's farm to dig up dead bodies, bringing back unwelcome childhood memories.
63	11	"The Test Dream"	Allen Coulter	David Chase and Matthew Weiner	May 16, 2004	9.53[10]
Tony checks into the Plaza Hotel for rest and relaxation but suffers from one of his recurring nightmares. Tony Blundetto heads off to avenge the death of his good friend, but his actions threaten to bring serious consequences.
64	12	"Long Term Parking"	Tim Van Patten	Terence Winter	May 23, 2004	9.50[11]
Adriana finally pays the ultimate price for becoming an FBI informant. Tony reconciles with Carmela. When calls for Tony Blundetto's blood are made, Tony makes a final stand for his now absent cousin.
65	13	"All Due Respect"	John Patterson	David Chase and Robin Green & Mitchell Burgess	June 6, 2004	10.98[12]
With pressure from within and without, Tony is forced to make a difficult decision in order to appease all involved. A.J. develops his business acumen; Carmela counts her blessings. The New York power struggle ends, but a surprise still awaits the victor.