Boardwalk Empire

In January 1920, as Prohibition looms, Atlantic City Treasurer Nucky Thompson publicly denounces alcohol at a Women's Temperance League meeting, where he meets Margaret Schroeder, a pregnant woman seeking help for her abusive husband. Behind the scenes, Nucky hints at lucrative opportunities in bootleg liquor to his political allies. At a New Year's Eve party, he reassures Jimmy Darmody, a returning WWI veteran, about his new role under Paddy Ryan, while Jimmy pursues a separate alliance that may threaten their relationship.

Nucky Thompson navigates the consequences of Jimmy Darmody's unauthorized robbery, dispatching Eli Thompson to manipulate Margaret Schroeder, who is struggling to cope with her husband's death and turns to others for assistance.

An unexpected witness to a violent incident in the woods puts Eli and Van Alden on high alert, prompting them to act quickly at a hospital. Meanwhile, Margaret begins working at a high-end French dress shop located in the Ritz, and Chalky's crew faces serious consequences in their effort to seize control of Mickey Doyle's illegal alcohol business.

Jimmy grows closer to Pearl, a prostitute associated with Johnny Torrio, while tensions rise between him and Al Capone. Meanwhile, Nucky strengthens political ties with Senator Walter Edge and Mayor Frank Hague, as Eli and Chalky take drastic measures to question a local KKK leader.

Nucky Thompson navigates political tensions during St. Patrick's Eve, managing Eli's growing influence and a rebellion among the Leprechaun gang, while Margaret, feeling sidelined, begins sharing sensitive information with Van Alden. Meanwhile, in Chicago, Jimmy Darmody faces the consequences of an attack planned by Charlie Sheridan, a rival of Torrio.

Nucky intensifies his pressure on Lucky Luciano following a daring robbery by one of his allies. Margaret asserts herself against Lucy at the dress shop and takes Nucky up on a proposal to improve her situation. Meanwhile, in Chicago, Al's personal tensions affect his dynamic with Jimmy, who gains favor with Johnny Torrio through a strategic move involving Sheridan and Greektown.

Nucky seizes the chance to renovate his childhood home after his father, Ethan, is injured. Meanwhile, Margaret attempts to draw Nucky out about past traumas during a double date with Annabelle and her suitor. Jimmy forms a bond with disfigured war veteran Richard Harrow at a military hospital, and Van Alden uncovers a clue related to a massacre in the woods.

Nucky Thompson travels to Chicago for the Republican National Convention, where he shows interest in Warren G. Harding's unexpected rise as a presidential candidate. Meanwhile, the D'Alessio gang encroaches on Nucky's territory, challenging Eli's authority, and Margaret becomes more involved in Nucky's business dealings. Van Alden faces personal strain due to his wife's wish for a child, while Rothstein anticipates legal consequences for his involvement in the 1919 World Series scandal. Nucky sends for Jimmy to return to Atlantic City to strengthen his control.

Nucky Thompson must navigate shifting political tides as a reform-minded Democratic mayoral candidate threatens to eliminate corruption. Jimmy Darmody returns from Chicago to confront the D'Alessio gang's alliance with Arnold Rothstein in smuggling European scotch through Atlantic City, but is arrested by Agent Van Alden for a prior crime. Meanwhile, Margaret seeks Nucky's help for Madame Jeunet, and Angela faces setbacks in her personal and artistic pursuits due to Jimmy's return.

Nucky enlists Margaret's help to support his mayoral ambitions by leveraging the women's suffrage movement, creating moral tension for her. Doyle's betrayal of Rothstein prompts Nucky to team up with Chalky against rival factions. Meanwhile, Angela is shaken by Jimmy's violent outburst and contemplates leaving Atlantic City, and Van Alden navigates personal turmoil through interactions with Margaret and Lucy.

Nucky engages in intense discussions with Margaret and Eli about his business dealings and the death of Margaret's husband, while Jimmy confronts his ailing father after many years of separation. Meanwhile, Van Alden's growing suspicions strain his partnership with Agent Sebso, and Angela makes plans to escape to Paris, distancing herself from Jimmy.

Nucky Thompson goes to great lengths to secure Republican control in Atlantic City on Election Day while attempting to mediate tensions with rival gangsters through Torrio's intervention. Jimmy and Eli express their frustrations with Nucky, finding unexpected support from the Commodore, while Van Alden contemplates his future amid news from Lucy. Margaret reevaluates her relationship with Nucky after learning new details about his past.

Nucky is confronted by a rebellion within his trusted ranks, while Chalky faces a deadly threat that endangers both his life and business. Meanwhile, Margaret addresses issues involving her son, Angela pursues a romantic connection with Jimmy, and Van Alden gives his wife a tour of the city.

Nucky Thompson struggles to maintain control of his private army amid legal troubles and public scrutiny over Atlantic City. Jimmy Darmody pursues a business deal with Arnold Rothstein while building connections with Meyer Lansky and Lucky Luciano. Meanwhile, Margaret seeks out information using her past skills, Chalky Thompson faces conflict in prison, and an Irish nationalist arrives in town seeking support.

The Commodore uses his influence to interfere with alcohol shipments, allowing Owen to prove his worth to Nucky and a financially troubled casino. At the same time, Margaret is haunted by a letter, Nucky seeks help from the U.S. attorney general, Meyer and Lucky face the consequences of their authority, and Lucy looks for ways to alleviate her isolation.

At Mayor Bader's birthday party, Nucky's lawyer proposes a strategy that could aid Nucky's legal troubles. Facing a liquor surplus, Jimmy and Mickey go to Philadelphia to find buyers, while Nucky pursues a bold deal to supply Atlantic City with alcohol. Meanwhile, Eli questions the Commodore's leadership, Margaret rewards her staff with bonuses, Chalky faces pressure at home and work, Owen applies his military knowledge, Van Alden's agents target Mickey's warehouse, Richard becomes distracted by his artistic pursuits, and Gillian reflects on her past with the Commodore.

Nucky resolves a conflict with his rivals by inviting an unexpected guest to speak at a Memorial Day event honoring veterans. Meanwhile, Eli struggles with uncertainty about his loyalties, which only complicates his situation further. Jimmy faces a harsh lesson from one of the Commodore's men, and Richard heads into the woods for a hunting trip.

Nucky arranges a dangerous shipment of liquor to Philadelphia, while Attorney General Daugherty encounters a potential obstacle in Nucky's legal proceedings. Jimmy begins working with Leander Whitlock, the Commodore's lawyer, as a new mentor. Meanwhile, Margaret attends confession, Lucy grapples with loneliness, and Van Alden seeks to resolve his moral doubts.

Margaret attends a family reunion, reconnecting with relatives and reflecting on her past. Owen takes action against a professional rival, seeking revenge or resolution. Meanwhile, Van Alden gains insight into the legal system's structure, and Jimmy contemplates the long-term consequences of a difficult decision.

Nucky, dealing with personal grief, seeks political counsel from Arnold Rothstein while his brother Eli grows wary of his intentions. Meanwhile, Angela forms a new friendship at the beach and uncovers her husband's deceit, and Jimmy asserts his power by challenging Mickey Doyle.

Nucky and Owen arrive in Belfast to negotiate with IRA leaders, proposing a trade. In Atlantic City, Jimmy and his partners strike a deal with George Remus for his alcohol supply and later attend the Dempsey fight. Meanwhile, Margaret becomes increasingly worried as Emily's health deteriorates, a strike is organized at the Ritz by Dunn Purnsley, Waxey Gordon takes action against Manny Horvitz in Philadelphia, and the Lathrop brothers question Halloran about Nucky's history.

Jimmy and his partners seek a new business opportunity in Atlantic City after being undercut by Nucky, who now has an independent alcohol supply. As the Commodore's crew considers how to handle striking workers ahead of the busy tourist season, Margaret seeks spiritual guidance from Father Brennan, Nucky hires a new lawyer, Van Alden's future remains unclear, and Manny Horvitz reacts angrily to a late debt payment.

Margaret contemplates the moral weight of her actions as Nucky braces her for potential fallout, while Esther Randolph makes strategic moves to advance her position. Meanwhile, Jimmy reflects on his past with Angela and Gillian, Mickey Doyle resists splitting his liquor profits, and Eli declines a plea deal. Past misdeeds catch up to Nelson, strengthening Nucky's advantage.

Nucky Thompson is forced to make a tough choice that tests his principles and business acumen.

Nucky Thompson sets out to make a personal and professional change, while Margaret Schroeder evaluates plans for expanding the hospital. Meanwhile, Gillian Darmody pursues an independent business venture, and Van Alden finds himself in an unexpected and tense encounter.

Nucky Thompson grows uneasy with the aggressive tactics of Gaston Means, a federal investigator linked to Attorney General Harry Daugherty, while Margaret faces challenges to her ideals at St. Theresa’s. Gyp Rossetti considers a long-term presence in Tabor Heights to gain strategic advantage, Chalky and Maybelle clash over her future with Samuel, Eli deals with a new employer and domestic changes, and a significant liquor delivery encounters an unforeseen complication.

Nucky, troubled by a recurring nightmare and Billie's absence, accompanies Margaret to a prestigious church ceremony. Gyp negotiates a one-time liquor deal with Nucky, leaving his true motives ambiguous, while Van Alden feels out of place among his colleagues. Meanwhile, Margaret advances her women's clinic initiative, Lucky and Meyer safeguard their business interests, and Richard clarifies past events with both Mickey and Nucky.

Nucky and Owen take a liquor thief into custody and spend the night evading federal agents with him. Meanwhile, Mickey makes a strategic decision without Eli's approval, angering Rothstein and setting off a chain of events that will affect Nucky and Gyp. Elsewhere, Margaret meets someone unexpected while promoting women's health classes, and tensions rise in New York and Chicago as Lucky negotiates with Joe Masseria over drug distribution and Capone's conflict with O'Banion escalates.

Rothstein confides in Nucky and passes along a message for Gyp, prompting Gaston Means to consider his own advantage. Billie begins working with a new co-star, while Van Alden and Sigrid are surprised by an unannounced visitor. Meanwhile, Gillian becomes concerned about the future of her business.

Nucky Thompson is taken into custody in Washington, D.C., while Margaret deals with the emotional aftermath of Teddy's troubled behavior. Meanwhile, Owen investigates a potentially suspicious fire, and Richard forms a bond with a veteran and his daughter.

Eli seeks to regain Nucky's favor, Gillian takes steps to secure her future, and Gyp requests a blessing for his endeavors in New York.

Gillian begins to come to terms with Jimmy's death, while Van Alden meets with Al Capone and his associate. Nucky seeks a political alliance with Andrew Mellon, and Margaret asserts her views on reproductive rights. Meanwhile, Nucky and Owen look to buy a pony, and Billie contemplates opportunities in Hollywood.

Nucky Thompson seeks to eliminate his rival as a prominent bootlegger faces arrest. Emily's birthday celebration is kept low-key, while Gillian holds Harrow responsible for Tommy's recent issues. Gyp Rossetti offers a town money to stay quiet about his operations.

Nucky Thompson attempts to prevent Jess Smith from causing trouble and disrupt Gyp Rossetti's alliance with Joe Masseria, while Margaret contemplates a different path for herself. Meanwhile, Van Alden faces consequences from his secondary business venture, Gyp's cargo arrives incomplete, and Chalky White spots a potential opportunity.

Gyp takes control of Atlantic City, compelling Nucky and Eddie to hide with Chalky. As the Artemis Club is taken over by Rosetti's men, Gillian considers a business partnership with someone she does not want to work with. Meanwhile, Luciano enters into a deal that will later haunt him, and Harrow faces disciplinary action by losing his house privileges.

Nucky Thompson negotiates with Arnold Rothstein as tensions with Gyp Rosetti escalate to a critical point. The season concludes with the outcome of this power struggle shaping the future of Atlantic City.

Nucky Thompson navigates political alliances with Joe Masseria and Arnold Rothstein following a conflict with Gyp Rosetti, while Chalky White manages the Onyx Club and deals with tensions involving Dunn Purnsley. Meanwhile, Agent Warren Knox begins his training in Atlantic City, Gillian Darmody pursues custody of her grandson and a partner for the Artemis Club, Eli Thompson's son seeks career guidance from Nucky, Al Capone expands his operations in Cicero with his brothers, and Richard Harrow reverts to violence.

Van Alden works as a delivery man for Dean O’Banion and is tasked with monitoring Al Capone, attending a political rally in Cicero to ensure voter influence. Meanwhile, Dr. Valentin Narcisse arrives in Atlantic City and confronts Chalky and Nucky over a missing employee. In Washington, Agent Knox begins working with J. Edgar Hoover, while Harrow struggles with a failed job and Eddie seeks a long-overdue promotion. Nucky leaves for Florida as a new business opportunity emerges.

Nucky Thompson is hesitant about a Tampa real estate investment proposed by Bill McCoy, a former bootlegger. During his visit, he encounters speakeasy owner Sally Wheet. Meanwhile, Valentin Narcisse brings in jazz singer Daughter Maitland for the Onyx and tests Dunn Purnsley's loyalty to Chalky White. Willie, Eli Thompson's son, seeks status at college through Mickey Doyle's bootlegging operation. Gillian Darmody agrees to pretend to be Roy Phillips' wife to impress a potential business partner, and Harrow attempts to move on from his past after settling a score with Emma.

Nucky meets Arnold Rothstein during a card game and considers an unexpected alliance for a land deal in Tampa. Meanwhile, a newly promoted Eddie Kessler faces an unexpected detour after a train-station delivery, and Al and Frank Capone take over a debt-collecting route, bringing in a hesitant Van Alden. Agent Knox reports to Hoover on the Thompson operation, targeting Nucky's vulnerabilities, while Chalky takes interest in Daughter Maitland, and Dunn Purnsley travels to Harlem, where he is approached by Valentin Narcisse. Meanwhile, Willie and his roommate, Clayton, push a prank beyond its intended bounds.

Nucky Thompson travels to Philadelphia, while Agent Knox interrogates Eddie Kessler for information on Nucky's operations. Gillian Darmody seeks help for her addiction, and Van Alden is drawn into the Capone family's orbit.

Nucky Thompson travels to Tampa to finalize a land deal with Bill McCoy, while Richard Harrow returns to Atlantic City. Meanwhile, Agent Knox attempts to build a rapport with Eli Thompson, and Chalky Wilson vents his anger by confronting Daughter Maitland.

Eli challenges Nucky following a controversial decision by Willie, while Margaret experiences an unexpected situation at her Wall Street job. Joe Masseria sends Lucky Luciano back to Tampa to handle Vincenzo Petrucelli, and Gillian attempts to quit something with Roy Phillips' assistance. Meanwhile, Al Capone seeks to manipulate Johnny Torrio against Dean O’Banion in retaliation for his brother's death, and Chalky White's relationship with Daughter Maitland grows as Valentin Narcisse tightens his grip on Dunn Purnsley and the Northside.

Nucky receives a shipment from Florida that includes an unexpected and troubling item. Eli finds himself in a difficult position when Agent Knox uncovers damaging new information about the Thompson family. Meanwhile, Willie reflects on his recent decisions after a conversation with Nucky, and Chalky challenges Valentin Narcisse to assert his dominance on the Northside.

Nucky declines to support Chalky in a dispute, Gillian presents her case for custody in court, Van Alden confronts Capone and confesses to O'Banion, and Rothstein attempts to broker a deal.

Nucky Thompson recruits Eli Thompson and federal agent Knox to inspect goods arriving from Florida, while Margaret Schroeder explores a potential agreement with Arnold Rothstein. Meanwhile, Al Capone begins to suspect his partner, Johnny Torrio, and Nucky finds himself in a difficult situation.

Nucky investigates a mysterious threat in his home while dealing with the aftermath of a warning. Chalky and his daughter seek safety with an old associate after a dangerous encounter. Meanwhile, Gillian contemplates leaving her past behind by selling her estate and starting anew with Roy Phillips.

Eli prepares for a confrontation as Agent Knox moves to dismantle Nucky's power. Meanwhile, Capone and Torrio finalize a deal in Cicero, Chalky seeks revenge, and Richard intervenes to protect Tommy, causing tension with Gillian.

Nucky reflects on his rise to power under the Commodore and later travels to Cuba with Sally Wheet. Meanwhile, Margaret faces intense scrutiny, Chalky navigates a dangerous predicament, and Lucky Luciano begins executing a significant strategic move.

Nucky Thompson meets with Johnny Torrio to discuss business, while Eli Thompson and Van Alden attempt to recover funds lost in a federal raid led by Eliot Ness. Meanwhile, Willie Marlo attends a job interview, and in a 1904 flashback, young Nucky grapples with the death of his sister.

Chalky White explores new opportunities, Margaret Winters faces a difficult decision, and Nucky Thompson entertains a potential business partner from Boston. Meanwhile, Luciano and Siegel meet with Narcisse in Harlem, and a young Nucky Thompson begins to show interest in a local girl in 1884.

Nucky and Margaret form an alliance in Atlantic City, while Luciano faces a familiar enemy. Meanwhile, Sally Wheet conducts a business transaction in Cuba, and a young Nucky advances under the Commodore in 1884.

Chalky White returns to Atlantic City, reigniting his presence in the city's criminal underworld. Meanwhile, Nucky Thompson sets up a meeting with Sicilian mob leader Salvatore Maranzano to discuss potential alliances. In a personal development, Eli Thompson reconnects with his estranged wife, June.

Federal agents recruit Eli and Van Alden to assist in dismantling the Capone crime syndicate.

Nucky Thompson attempts to maintain control of his interests in Atlantic City as tensions rise, drawing Willie and Eli into the conflict surrounding his power struggle.

Nucky Thompson considers moving to Manhattan to expand his influence, while Margaret Schroeder gains favor with both Nucky and a prominent grain company stockholder.