Set in the 1960s and 1970s in Newark, New Jersey, the story delves into the early years of the DiMeo crime family, focusing on the young Anthony Soprano and his influences. It's a time of unrest and racial tension, and the mafia's grip on the city encounters new challenges. As the city is torn by riots, the crime family's members find themselves in a precarious position. Richard “Dickie” Moltisanti, Anthony's uncle, serves as his mentor and main influence. Dickie tries to navigate the shifting dynamics of organized crime, aspirations for a better life, and his tumultuous personal affairs.

Amidst the chaos, Harold McBrayer, a former associate and employee of the crime family, finds his own place in the changing landscape of Newark. As he asserts his desire for autonomy and respect, his path increasingly puts him at odds with his former mob associates. With the Italian-American and African-American communities at odds, the film explores themes of loyalty, legacy, and the cyclical nature of violence as Dickie Moltisanti grapples with his decisions and their impact on his family and the future of the young Anthony.