Why James Gandolfini Sued HBO & Delayed The Sopranos Season 5

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Why James Gandolfini Sued HBO & Delayed The Sopranos Season 5

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James Gandolfini's performance as Tony Soprano helped to make HBO the cultural juggernaut it is today, but the actor and network star were at odds in the lead-up to The Sopranosseason 5, leading to the actor suing the company and delaying the release of the season.

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Gandolfini sued the network for breach of contract, with the goal of negotiating for more money. The lawsuit delayed the filming and release of season 5, but ultimately benefitted the crew of the show and perhaps HBO's original programmingThe Sopranos was a major breakout hit for HBO, whose original shows had previously been overshadowed by the traditional TV networks.

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