The Many Saints of Newark
Young Anthony Soprano is growing up in one of the most tumultuous eras in Newark, N.J., history, becoming a man just as rival gangsters start to rise up and challenge the all-powerful DiMeo crime family. Caught up in the changing times is the uncle he idolizes, Dickie Moltisanti, whose influence over his nephew will help shape the impressionable teenager into the all-powerful mob boss, Tony Soprano.
Critics Sentiment
Newark riots break out after police assault black taxi driver
Film concludes with tricksy narrative reveal about Dickie's death
The film drops significantly from its strong period atmosphere opening to a disappointing and abrupt ending that frustrated viewers
The film opens with promise thanks to excellent period design and strong performances, particularly from the ensemble cast capturing younger versions of beloved characters. However, it steadily loses steam as critics found the focus on Dickie Moltisanti rather than Tony disappointing, the Harold McBrayer subplot unnecessary, and the ending abrupt and unsatisfying. Most reviewers felt it was watchable but failed to justify its existence as a Sopranos prequel.
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Alessandro Nivola
Dickie Moltisanti
Leslie Odom Jr.
Harold McBrayer
Michael Gandolfini
Teenage Tony Soprano
Ray Liotta
"Hollywood Dick" Moltisanti / Salvatore “Sally” Moltisanti
Michela De Rossi
Giuseppina Moltisanti
Vera Farmiga
Livia Soprano
Corey Stoll
Junior Soprano
Jon Bernthal
Johnny Soprano
Billy Magnussen
Paulie Walnuts
John Magaro
Silvio Dante
Talia Balsam
Mrs. Jarecki
Patina Miller
Queen Isola
Joey Diaz
Buddha
Germar Terrell Gardner
Cyril
Michael Imperioli
Christopher Moltisanti (voice)
Samson Moeakiola
Pussy Bonpensiero
Alexandra Intrator
Teenage Janice Soprano
Gabriella Piazza
Joanne Moltisanti
Mason Bleu
Leon Overall
Aaron Joshua
Jaleel
Crew
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