The Sopranos’ Harshest Reality Is the Upsetting Record It Still Holds 18 Years Later

Compared to today’s acclaimed TV dramas, viewers often find this show remarkably dark and thought-provoking. Though it predates series like Breaking Bad, The Wire, and Better Call Saul, it’s unique in its focus on complex ideas. While many shows offer moments of hope or redemption, The Sopranos consistently portrays a bleak reality: morality steadily declines and corruption persists.