Boardwalk Empire
Overview
Set in Atlantic City during the early days of Prohibition, the narrative explores a world where legality is often disregarded. Enoch "Nucky" Thompson, the city's treasurer, navigates this chaotic landscape with a blend of political savvy and ruthless ambition. As he consolidates power, Nucky embodies the duality of a leader who straddles the line between legitimate governance and organized crime, showcasing the tumultuous era's blend of ambition, corruption, and moral ambiguity.
Episodes
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1
Boardwalk Empire
In January 1920, just before Prohibition begins, Atlantic City Treasurer Nucky Thompson delivers a speech denouncing alcohol at a meeting of the Wome...
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Pilot (1)
Andy makes an effort to persuade the owner of WKRP that embracing rock and roll music could be the key to turning around the station's poor ratings.
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The Ivory Tower
Nucky grapples with the consequences of Jimmy's audacious robbery, prompting him to enlist Eli to plant suspicions in Margaret's mind. As she navigate...
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Pilot (2)
Title: Pilot (2) Plot: Andy finds himself in a financial bind as Carlson refuses to support the transition period for the new format. With mounting...
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3
Broadway Limited
An unexpected witness to the brutal massacre in the woods poses a significant threat to the culprits, prompting Eli and Van Alden to urgently head to ...
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3
Les On a Ledge
Title: Les on the Edge Plot: After a heated debate about his abilities, Les finds himself banned from conducting interviews in the locker room. The s...
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4
Anastasia
In Chicago, Jimmy develops a connection with Pearl, one of Johnny Torrio's sex workers, which puts him in conflict with the fiery Al Capone. Meanwhile...
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Hoodlum Rock
Title: Raucous Rock Plot: Andy secures a rock band for an upcoming event, but soon realizes that the band's wild antics extend beyond their music. ...
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5
Nights in Ballygran
As the annual St. Patrick's Eve dinner approaches, Nucky finds himself navigating Eli's aspirations for public speaking while also managing a discont...
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5
Hold-Up
A robbery interrupts a live broadcast at a stereo store.
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6
Bailey's Show
Bailey's program attracts the quirkiest individuals from the community.
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6
Family Limitation
Following the audacious heist targeting one of his ward bosses, Nucky intensifies his efforts against Lucky Luciano. Meanwhile, a confident Margaret c...
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7
Turkeys Away
Carlson comes up with a bizarre idea for a Thanksgiving marketing stunt.
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7
Home
Following an accident that leaves his father Ethan wounded, Nucky seizes the chance to renovate his old family home. Meanwhile, on a double date with...
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8
Love Returns
When Andy finds himself reigniting a romance with a traveling rock star, he faces the tough decision of potentially leaving WKRP behind.
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8
Hold Me in Paradise
Nucky heads to Chicago for the Republican National Convention, where he becomes captivated by Warren G. Harding's campaign, despite stronger contender...
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9
Mama's Review
Through a series of flashbacks, Andy and Carlson bring Mrs. Carlson, the owner of WKRP, up to speed on the latest events unfolding at the station.
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9
Belle Femme
Nucky finds himself needing to reshape his political connections as a Democratic mayoral candidate vows to eradicate corruption. Meanwhile, Jimmy com...
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10
The Emerald City
Nucky seeks Margaret's support for his mayoral candidate during the push for women's suffrage, putting her in a difficult position. Meanwhile, Doyle ...
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10
A Date With Jennifer
Les invites Jennifer to a banquet, but soon worries that she might have said yes out of sympathy rather than genuine interest.
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11
Paris Green
In the 11th episode of HBO's Boardwalk Empire, titled "Paris Green," which aired on November 28, 2010, tensions rise as the characters navigate the ch...
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11
The Contest Nobody Could Win
Johnny mistakenly announces a contest prize of $5000 instead of the intended $50, leaving everyone shocked. As the news spreads, he grapples with the ...
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12
A Return to Normalcy
On Election Day in Atlantic City, Nucky goes to great lengths to ensure the Republican Party remains in control. Meanwhile, Torrio facilitates a meet...
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12
Tornado
While a group of Japanese businessmen is visiting the station, a tornado suddenly hits, causing chaos and panic.
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13
Goodbye, Johnny
When Johnny receives a job offer in California, the team comes together to hatch a plan to persuade him to stay in Cincinnati.
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14
Johnny Comes Back
Johnny returns to WKRP hoping to reclaim his former position, but instead, he finds himself assigned to the early morning shift.
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15
Never Leave Me, Lucille
While briefly apart from his wife, Herb imagines a whimsical single life filled with carefree adventures.
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16
I Want to Keep My Baby
Johnny is determined not to let go of an abandoned baby discovered at WKRP until he can get in touch with the mother.
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17
A Commercial Break
Andy expresses his concerns regarding a cheerful advertisement campaign intended for a funeral director.
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18
Who is Gordon Sims?
Venus declines to model for an advertisement since he's currently on the run from the authorities.
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19
I Do, I Do... For Now
Jennifer attempts to dissuade a suitor by disclosing that she is already married—to Johnny Fever.
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20
Young Master Carlson
Momma Carlson is determined that her grandson should have the freedom to explore the station after he gets expelled from military school.
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21
Fish Story
Title: Fish Tale Plot: Andy shares with a reporter that WKRP is merely an average radio station, despite the fact that one of his colleagues is dashi...
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22
Preacher
Title: Preacher Plot: A former professional wrestler has transitioned into a preacher, leveraging his radio broadcasts to promote and sell various pr...
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For Love or Money (1)
Johnny completely overlooks his date with Bailey when he receives a call from his ex-girlfriend Buffy, who he dated back in California. Eager to impre...
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21
Nucky is taken aback by a rebellion brewing within his trusted allies. Meanwhile, an assault puts Chalky's safety and business at risk. Margaret faces...
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For Love or Money (2)
Johnny invites his friends to Jennifer's apartment for support as he faces a lawsuit threat from Buffy. When Buffy shows up, she shares a drink with J...
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Ourselves Alone
Nucky faces public humiliation due to legal issues, yet his primary focus remains on maintaining his private army amid the struggle for dominance in ...
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Baseball
Title: Softball Showdown Plot: The crew takes on the team from competing station WPIG in an exhilarating softball match. As the staff gears up for th...
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A Dangerous Maid
In "A Dangerous Maid," the Commodore exerts his influence over the Coast Guard to halt an alcohol shipment, presenting Owen with a chance to prove his...
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Bad Risk
Herb decides to take up insurance sales on the side and successfully convinces Les to purchase a comprehensive policy. Shortly after, Les finds himsel...
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What Does the Bee Do?
During Mayor Bader's birthday party, Nucky's attorney comes up with a solution that might help Nucky in his election-rigging case. With a liquor surpl...
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Jennifer Falls in Love
Title: Jennifer's Romantic Dilemma Plot: Jennifer experiences the thrill of love for the first time, captivated by a charming but broke handyman who ...
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Gimcrack & Bunkum
In the wake of a conflict with his adversaries, Nucky enlists an unexpected guest speaker for a Memorial Day tribute honoring war veterans. Meanwhile,...
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Carlson for President
Mr. Carlson decides to run for a seat on the Cincinnati City Council. When Bailey uncovers a potentially harmful secret about the leading candidate in...
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The Age of Reason
Nucky embarks on a precarious venture to arrange a liquor shipment to Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Attorney General Daugherty identifies an issue that co...
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Mike Fright
Amid a citywide garbage strike, Johnny makes a lighthearted remark to his listeners, playfully urging them to pile their trash on the steps of City Ha...
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Peg of Old
Margaret hosts a family reunion, bringing together relatives for a day of connection. Meanwhile, Owen takes matters into his own hands to settle a sco...
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The Patter of Little Feet
Title: The Sound of New Beginnings Plot: Mr. Carlson is filled with excitement when his wife, Carmen, reveals that they are expecting a baby. He assu...
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Two Boats and a Lifeguard
After experiencing a personal tragedy, Nucky seeks counsel from Arnold Rothstein regarding his political dilemmas, while Eli grows increasingly wary ...
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Baby, If You've Ever Wondered
The latest ratings report comes in, revealing that WKRP has moved up from 16th to 14th in the Cincinnati market. The team celebrates the boost, but An...
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Battle of the Century
Upon their arrival in Belfast, Nucky and Owen engage in discussions with IRA leaders to propose a trade deal. Back in Atlantic City, Jimmy and his as...
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Bailey's Big Break
Bailey seizes the opportunity to apply for the assistant news reporter position at WKRP and successfully lands the job. However, Les, who prefers to w...
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Georgia Peaches
With Nucky securing a new alcohol supplier, Jimmy and his associates are prompted to explore alternative income sources in Atlantic City. As the touri...
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Jennifer's Home for Christmas
Jennifer shares with her friends that she hasn't arranged anything special for Christmas this year and won’t be putting up a tree. This revelation l...
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Under God's Power She Flourishes
As Margaret reflects on the implications of sin, Nucky readies her for a potential crisis while Esther Randolph reveals her strategies. Jimmy reminisc...
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12
Sparky
Mr. Carlson brings in the iconic baseball manager Sparky Anderson to host a brand-new sports interview program. However, when the show turns out to be...
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12
To the Lost
Nucky grapples with a challenging business dilemma that could have significant repercussions. As he weighs the potential outcomes, he must confront th...
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13
God Talks to Johnny
Johnny begins to believe that he's hearing the voice of God, leading everyone around him, including himself, to question his sanity.
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A Family Affair
When Carol, Andy's sister, comes to Cincinnati, he arranges a date for her with Johnny. However, things take an unexpected turn when Carol ends up spe...
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Herb's Dad
Herb’s father, a dedicated salesman with a flair for fashion similar to Herb's, escapes from the Shady Hills Rest Home and makes his way to the stat...
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Put Up or Shut Up
Bailey persuades Jennifer to agree to a date with Herb, believing that he’ll get nervous and cancel on her.
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The Americanization of Ivan
Bailey and Les go to a press conference featuring a team of Russian pig specialists. During the event, one of the experts develops a crush on Bailey a...
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Les' Groupie
Les goes on a date with a woman who admires him, but things quickly spiral out of control when she decides to move into his place and start dictating ...
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In Concert
Title: In Concert Plot: During a Who concert in Cincinnati on December 3, 1979, a devastating rush for seats leads to the tragic deaths of eleven chi...
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The Doctor's Daughter
Johnny's daughter arrives unexpectedly and moves into his home, bringing with her a boyfriend who lacks ambition. Now, Johnny faces a tough decision: ...
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Filthy Pictures (1)
Mr. Carlson persuades Jennifer and Andy to model in swimsuits for a promotional poster titled "Surf's Up in Cincinnati." Following the photo shoot, wh...
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Venus Rising
Venus receives an exciting job offer to become the program director at WREQ radio, but his enthusiasm quickly fades when he learns about the station's...
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24
Most Improved Station
Tensions rise among the crew when they find out they've lost a prestigious broadcasting award, leading to a series of arguments. Frustration and disap...
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Resolution
Nucky sets a personal goal for himself; Margaret explores the possibility of expanding the hospital; Gillian embarks on creating a new venture; meanwh...
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The Airplane Show
In an attempt to rival WPIG's traffic helicopter, Les takes to the skies in a World War I biplane, flown by an eccentric war veteran. As he provides t...
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Spaghetti & Coffee
In New York, Nucky grows increasingly frustrated with Gaston Means, a so-called "special investigator" linked to Attorney General Harry Daugherty, as ...
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Jennifer Moves
Title: Jennifer Relocates Plot: The team comes together to assist Jennifer in settling into her newly purchased $125,000 home in the serene neighborh...
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Bone for Tuna
Haunted by a troubling nightmare and the absence of Billie, Nucky hesitantly accompanies Margaret to accept a prestigious award from the Church. In th...
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Real Families
Title: Genuine Households Plot: Herb's family is set to appear on the television program "Genuine Households," and he is confident they will represen...
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The Baby
When Mrs. Carlson goes into labor, the staff at WKRP rushes to the hospital to support Mr. Carlson during this exciting time. They eagerly gather in t...
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Blue Bell Boy
Nucky and Owen find themselves on a tense night hiding from federal agents after capturing a liquor thief. Meanwhile, with Nucky absent and Rothstein ...
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Hotel Oceanview
Andy, Mr. Carlson, and Herb head to Dayton in hopes of securing the advertising account for Vicky Von Vickey jeans. While Mr. Carlson is preoccupied w...
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You'd Be Surprised
Rothstein expresses his frustrations to Nucky while conveying a warning to Gyp. Meanwhile, Gaston Means discovers a chance to advance his interests. B...
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A Mile in My Shoes
Title: A Mile in My Shoes Plot: Herb is summoned for jury duty, prompting Andy to step in as the sales manager. He quickly realizes the challenges ...
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Ging Gang Goolie
Nucky finds himself under arrest in Washington, while Margaret navigates the challenges posed by Teddy's troubled past. Meanwhile, Owen looks into a q...
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Bah, Humbug
Mr. Carlson is once more set to award his employees meager Christmas bonuses. However, after indulging in one of Johnny Fever's special brownies, he e...
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Sunday Best
Eli seeks to mend fences with Nucky, aiming to regain his favor. Meanwhile, Gillian is focused on enhancing her prospects, striving for a better life ...
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Baby, It's Cold Inside
When the furnace unexpectedly malfunctions, Mama Carlson makes an unannounced trip to the station and stumbles upon Johnny enjoying a drink in the bro...
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The Pony
Gillian comes to terms with Jimmy's passing; Van Alden participates in a crucial meeting alongside Capone and Torrio; Nucky proposes a deal to Andrew...
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The Painting
During a church auction hosted by Mr. Carlson, Herb acquires a painting that catches Bailey's eye. Eager to make a profit, he attempts to persuade eit...
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The Milkmaid's Lot
Nucky makes a firm decision to take out his rival once and for all. Meanwhile, a prominent bootlegger finds himself behind bars. Emily's birthday cel...
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10
Daydreams
As Mr. Carlson practices a tedious speech in front of the WKRP team, each staff member begins to zone out, lost in their own fantasies about their dre...
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A Man, A Plan...
In this episode, Nucky works to silence Jess Smith while attempting to undermine Gyp's partnership with Joe Masseria. Meanwhile, Margaret contemplates...
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11
Frog Story
Title: Frog Tale Plot: Herb inadvertently transformed his daughter's beloved pet frog into a vibrant shade of Greenpeace pink with spray paint, promp...
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Two Imposters
Gyp takes aggressive action in Atlantic City, prompting Nucky and Eddie to turn to Chalky for protection. Meanwhile, the Artemis Club is besieged by ...
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12
Venus and the Man
Title: Venus and the Young Man Plot: The janitor at the station seeks Venus's help in persuading her strong-willed teenage son to stay in school inst...
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Margate Sands
As tensions escalate in his ongoing conflict with Gyp Rosetti, Nucky strikes a pivotal agreement with Rothstein. This deal becomes a critical turning...
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Dr. Fever and Mr. Tide: Part 1
Title: Dr. Fever and Mr. Tide: Part 1 Plot: Johnny agrees to take on the role of host for a music television show, oblivious to the fact that the fea...
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Dr. Fever and Mr. Tide: Part 2
Johnny agrees to host a music television show, not realizing that the featured genre will be disco.
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15
Ask Jennifer
When Herb is unable to host a new call-in advice show, Jennifer steps in to take his place and quickly becomes a sensation.
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I Am Woman
When news breaks that the Flimm Building is set for demolition, Bailey launches a movement to have it recognized as a Cincinnati landmark. The whole t...
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Secrets of Dayton Heights
The Secret Service denies Les access to a Presidential press conference, fearing he may have extremist ties. As the story unfolds, it’s revealed tha...
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Out to Lunch
Title: Lunch Break Plot: Herb's lavish three-martini lunches with a representative from an advertising firm are leading to more blunders than ever....
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A Simple Little Wedding
To celebrate their 25th anniversary, Arthur and Carmen Carlson decide to tie the knot once more with an intimate ceremony. However, Mama Carlson has d...
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Nothing to Fear But...
The entire community is consumed by a sense of anxiety and fear following the recent theft at the station.
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Til Debt Do Us Part
Johnny is thrilled to discover that his first ex-wife is set to remarry, as it means he can finally stop paying alimony. To celebrate, he asks Bailey ...
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Clean Up Radio Everywhere
Title: Purge the Airwaves Plot: Dr. Bob Halyers, the leader of Clean Up Radio Broadcasting (CURB), pays a visit to Mr. Carlson, presenting a catalo...
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New York Sour
After his confrontation with Gyp Rosetti, Nucky extends an olive branch to Joe Masseria while negotiating with Arnold Rothstein. Meanwhile, Chalky ov...
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An Explosive Affair (Part 1)
When the station gets a bomb threat, Andy decides to have Johnny and Venus transmit from the tower while the building undergoes a thorough search.
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Resignation
Van Alden has taken on a new role as a "delivery man" for Dean O’Banion, tasked with monitoring Al Capone during a political rally aimed at swaying...
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An Explosive Affair (Part 2)
Andy discovers that the bomb is located at the transmitter but finds himself unable to alert Johnny and Venus in time.
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Acres of Diamonds
Nucky is hesitant about a land investment in Tampa orchestrated by the bootlegger Bill McCoy. During his visit, he encounters Sally Wheet, the owner o...
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The Union
The employees at WKRP contemplate forming a union, prompting an irate Mr. Carlson to seek guidance from his mother. Meanwhile, Andy attempts to mainta...
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All In
Nucky engages in a card game with Arnold Rothstein, assessing a surprising potential partner for his land venture in Tampa. Newly promoted Eddie Kess...
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Rumors
With his apartment undergoing fumigation, Johnny takes Bailey up on her invitation to crash at her place, leading everyone at the station to assume th...
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Erlkönig
Nucky travels to Philadelphia, while Agent Knox apprehends Eddie Kessler to extract details about Nucky's operations. Meanwhile, Gillian seeks to get...
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Straight from the Heart
Herb announces to everyone that he’s taking a vacation, but Les and Jennifer later find out that he’s actually been admitted to the hospital for h...
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The North Star
Nucky travels to Tampa to finalize his land agreement with Bill McCoy. Meanwhile, Richard Harrow makes his way back to Atlantic City. Agent Knox seek...
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Who's on First?
While Herb is hospitalized, Mr. Carlson takes on Herb's persona, leading to a humorous situation when Les impersonates Mr. Carlson for a meeting with ...
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William Wilson
Eli faces off with Nucky following Willie's controversial choice that stirs discontent among the ranks. Meanwhile, Margaret unexpectedly runs into som...
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Three Days of the Condo
Title: Three Days of the Condo Plot: After Johnny is awarded $24,000 from a legal settlement, Venus persuades him to put that money towards purchasin...
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The Old Ship of Zion
In "The Old Ship of Zion," Nucky receives a shipment from Florida that brings along unforeseen complications. Meanwhile, Eli finds himself in a tight ...
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Jennifer and the Will
Colonel Buchanan, an older friend of Jennifer's, passes away unexpectedly. As the executrix of his will, Jennifer finds herself navigating the challen...
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The Consultant
Mama Carlson brings in a radio consultant to assess WKRP, and it turns out he's Norris Breeze, an old acquaintance of Andy’s who operates a radio pr...
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Marriage and Hunting
Nucky declines to support Chalky during a heated dispute; Gillian presents her case for custody in court; Van Alden confronts Capone and confesses to...
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Love, Exciting and New
Andy begins to take Mama Carlson out for late-night outings, hoping to persuade her to fund a new transmitter for the station. However, he soon starts...
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White Horse Pike
In "White Horse Pike," Nucky recruits Eli and Agent Knox to inspect the shipments coming from Florida. Meanwhile, Margaret contemplates negotiating wi...
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You Can't Go Out of Town Again
Mr. Carlson attends a college reunion with Carmen, only to discover a sobering reality about their initial encounter. Meanwhile, Bailey struggles to s...
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Havre de Grace
Nucky assesses his resources after receiving a tip about a potential threat lurking in his cellar. Meanwhile, Chalky and Daughter, on the run after a...
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Pills
Title: Pills Plot: Herb secures advertising space for a vendor of "diet pills." However, he soon discovers that these pills are essentially a legitim...
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12
Farewell Daddy Blues
Eli prepares for the impending fallout as Agent Knox sets his strategy in motion to take down Nucky. Meanwhile, Capone and Torrio strike a deal in Ci...
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Changes
Title: Transformations Plot: Upon discovering that he will be featured in a radical African American publication, Venus decides to revamp his style a...
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Jennifer and Johnny's Charity
Title: Jennifer and Johnny's Charity Plot: After a devastating fire ravages the kitchen at the Vine Street Mission, Johnny enlists Jennifer to assist...
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I'll Take Romance
Herb sets Les up on a date with a woman from his newest client, the I'll Take Romance Dating Service. Right from the start, Les feels a strong connect...
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Circumstantial Evidence
During Venus's most recent date, he's surprised when his date gifts him a lavish diamond earring, only to bolt shortly afterward. It soon becomes clea...
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Fire
Title: Blaze Plot: Herb and Jennifer find themselves stuck in an elevator as flames erupt within the Flimm Building. With smoke rising and panic sett...
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Dear Liar
Title: Deceptive Headlines Plot: Bailey pens an article about the Northside Children's Clinic, only for Les to swipe it and announce it live on air....
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The Creation of Venus
When Venus accidentally reveals his past as a schoolteacher before joining WKRP, Andy finds himself compelled to come clean to Mama Carlson. He explai...
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The Impossible Dream
Title: The Unattainable Ambition Plot: On the day of his birthday, Les reveals his plans to head to New York City, determined to chase his aspiration...
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To Err is Human
When Herb mishandles a crucial advertising account, Mr. Carlson is ready to let him go. However, Jennifer feels sympathetic towards Herb and steps in ...
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Up and Down the Dial
As WKRP climbs to the number six spot in the ratings, Mama Carlson reveals her intention to change the station's format to a continuous 24-hour news c...
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Golden Days for Boys and Girls
Nucky reflects on the moment he first captured the Commodore's attention. He travels to Cuba to team up with Sally Wheet. Meanwhile, Margaret faces mo...
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The Good Listener
Nucky goes to see Johnny Torrio for a discussion. Meanwhile, Eli and Van Alden are tasked with reclaiming funds lost due to a federal raid orchestrate...
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What Jesus Said
Chalky embarks on a new journey while Margaret grapples with a tough decision. Meanwhile, Nucky entertains a potential business associate from Boston...
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Cuanto
In Atlantic City, Nucky and Margaret develop a shared understanding, strengthening their bond. Meanwhile, Luciano faces off against a longtime rival, ...
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King of Norway
In "King of Norway," Chalky makes his way back to Atlantic City, reigniting old connections and rivalries. Meanwhile, Nucky orchestrates a crucial mee...
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Devil You Know
Federal agents turn to Eli and Van Alden for assistance in dismantling the notorious Capone organization. As they navigate the dangerous world of orga...
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Friendless Child
Nucky grapples with maintaining his power and assets in Atlantic City as tensions rise. Meanwhile, Willie and Eli find themselves drawn into the escal...
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Eldorado
Nucky sets his sights on moving to Manhattan, envisioning new opportunities. Meanwhile, Margaret captivates both Nucky and a stockholder from a grain ...
