“13,000 people showed up… All Italian”: James Gandolfini’s The Sopranos Became So Wildly Successful the Cops Had to Intervene
Starring James Gandolfini, The Sopranos has been one of the most iconic TV series. Following the life of an Italian-American mafia boss balancing his criminal empire and family struggles, the show captivated millions and became a cultural phenomenon.
Tony Soprano | Credit: HBO
In a memorable instance, the show’s popularity became so overwhelming that an open casting call drew a massive 13,000 people, forcing the police to intervene due to the sheer size of the crowd.
David Chase Recalled the Overwhelming Response to The Sopranos Open Casting Call
As The Sopranos celebrates its 25th anniversary marks its 25th anniversary, David Chase has shared new insights into the show’s creation in Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos, revealing intriguing stories about the show and its impact.
The Sopranos | Credit: HBO
The show’s creator reflected on one such incident in his interview with Empire while discussing the show’s influence on the Italian-American community,...
Tony Soprano | Credit: HBO
In a memorable instance, the show’s popularity became so overwhelming that an open casting call drew a massive 13,000 people, forcing the police to intervene due to the sheer size of the crowd.
David Chase Recalled the Overwhelming Response to The Sopranos Open Casting Call
As The Sopranos celebrates its 25th anniversary marks its 25th anniversary, David Chase has shared new insights into the show’s creation in Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos, revealing intriguing stories about the show and its impact.
The Sopranos | Credit: HBO
The show’s creator reflected on one such incident in his interview with Empire while discussing the show’s influence on the Italian-American community,...
- 9/14/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
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