Every day, you go in to work, and you're looking over your shoulder, thinking there's a fair chance you could end up dead. That's how it goes when you're a New Jersey mobster--or just playing one on television. This is especially true if you're one of the country's favorite New Jersey mobsters, the Sopranos, a clan famous for snatching awards, stomping taboos, killing popular characters and just generally raising hell.

This True Hollywood Story tells how The Sopranos became a bigger sensation than anyone expected. The show's stars often found themselves in the spotlight, even after they left the set. And the show earned 56 Emmy nominations in its first three seasons.

Then the trouble started. Critics objected to its treatment of women and its depiction of Italians. The brutal, over-the-top violence kept its audience alternately enthralled and sickened. At least two accused killers cited the show as inspiration for their crimes.

Still, a unique and dedicated group of talents--some actors, some not--made TV history by portraying "the family" with the same problems as the suburban family next door.

But first, check out a few fun facts about the show, the characters and the actors who play them. But don't get too nosy, and if someone asks--you don't know nothin'.