The Sopranos

To settle salary disputes after Season Four, James Gandolfini gave each cast member $33,333 from his own pocket.

James Gandolfini said that he was often contacted by real-life "wise guys" complimenting him on the authenticity of the series as well as giving him advice.

HBO was worried that the title of the series would make the audience think it was about music. That is why the gun image is in the title logo. The network also considered other titles for the show, such as 'Made in New Jersey'.