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While at a gas station, Tony spots Fabian "Febby" Petrulio, a former mobster who turned FBI informant and entered witness protection.

The Sopranos Season 1, Episode 5 is titled . It is widely considered by critics and fans to be one of the greatest and most revolutionary episodes in television history. 📺 Episode Overview Director: Allen Coulter Writers: James Manos Jr. and David Chase Original Air Date: February 7, 1999 🔑 Key Plotlines 🚗 The College Trip & The Rat While at a gas station, Tony spots Fabian

While Meadow is occupied with college interviews and partying with students, Tony tracks down Petrulio. In a brutally violent scene, Tony garrotes (strangles) Petrulio behind his travel office. This marked a turning point in TV history, as it was the first time a television protagonist committed cold-blooded murder on screen without losing the audience's sympathy. Back in New Jersey: Carmela and the Priest 📺 Episode Overview Director: Allen Coulter Writers: James

Meadow point-blank asks Tony if he is in the Mafia. After some hesitation, Tony admits that a portion of his income comes from illegal gambling and other activities. This marked a turning point in TV history,

Carmela and Father Phil spend the night drinking wine, eating baked ziti, and watching movies.

Tony takes his daughter, Meadow, on a road trip through Maine to visit prospective colleges. The trip serves as the ultimate test of Tony's dual life: