In 1970s New York, jaded record exec Richie Finestra tries to resurrect his failing label and fractured personal life while keeping his finger on the pulse of the city's new sound.
Cast: Bobby Cannavale, Olivia Wilde, Ray Romano
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Season 1
10 episodes
1. PilotNew York City, 1973. Together with his partners, Richie Finestra, president of American Century Records, is on the verge of selling his struggling company to German Polygram, in a deal that includes an impending distribution agreement with Led Zeppelin. But after a disastrous meeting, it's clear that the sale is in jeopardy.TV-MACC1 h 53 minFeb 14, 2016
2. Yesterday Once MoreWith German Polygram executives in town to complete the deal for American Century, Richie delivers a bombshell that shocks the prospective buyers, as well as his partners, Zak Yankovich, ACR's head of promotions, and Skip Fontaine, head of sales. When the dust settles, the Germans storm out of the ACR offices, leaving Richie to face the ire of Zak, Skip and company attorney Scott Levitt.TV-MACC56minFeb 21, 2016
3. Whispered SecretsAt a record producers' banquet honoring Maury Gold, Richie is embarrassed when the emcee, rival record exec Jackie Jervis, makes a joke about the failed German Polygram deal. Later, Maury and mob cohort Corrado Galasso pay a visit to American Century to probe a detective's recent inquiry, and Joe Corso drops by to pitch Richie a demo by his banquet date, Nora.TV-MACC56minFeb 28, 2016
4. The RacketRichie feels embarrassed at a record producers' banquet whilst a junior A&R rep attempts to court Alice Cooper.TV-MACC54minMar 6, 2016
5. He in Racist FireRichie manages to get on the good side of a funk superstar. Skip attempts to get rid of some Donny Osmond records.TV-MACC50minMar 13, 2016
6. CycloneDevon retreats to safety among old friends at the Chelsea Hotel as Richie continues to descend into a lifestyle of debauchery.TV-MACC54minMar 20, 2016
7. The King and IRichie and Zak travel to Las Vegas with a plan to woo Elvis Presley and convince him to sign a contract with American Century.TV-MACC57minMar 27, 2016
8. E.A.B.Richie reaches out to Galasso for a loan when he's desperate for cash. Lester gives Kip a lesson in the blues.TV-MACC54minApr 3, 2016
9. Rock and Roll QueenThe Buck Rogers murder case creates a dangerous dilemma for Richie. At American Century, Maury Gold pitches a '50s compilation LP while Zak tries to fund a band for his wedding-singer Gary, a.k.a. "Xavier." Clark and Jorge bond over an Indigo tune.TV-MACC51minApr 10, 2016
10. AlibiZak constructs a dangerous plan to bring down Richie. Kip's excesses threaten an important Nasty Bits gig. Clark and Jorge's efforts pay off. Richie is privy to the birth of a legendary music venue.TV-MACC49minApr 17, 2016
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In 1970s New York, jaded record exec Richie Finestra tries to resurrect his failing label and fractured personal life while keeping his finger on the pulse of the city's new sound.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Terence Winter, Rich Cohen, Mick Jagger, Martin Scorsese
- Studio
- HBO, Sikelia Productions, Cold Front Productions
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
