The Making of The Mob
Chicago
Created by: Stephen David, Tim W. Kelly
Network: AMC
Season aired: 2018-12-28
Seasons
Overview
A docudrama series chronicling some of America's most notorious mobsters, each season dealing with a different city/region.
About This Season
Season 2 chronicles the rise and fall of iconic gangster Al Capone, as well as the story of his successors, collectively known as “The Chicago Outfit.” Spanning the better part of a century, the series begins with Capone’s early days in New York and continues through his move to Chicago - to work with his childhood mentor in the underworld.
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Episodes · 8
Capone's First Kill
In the second season opener, Johnny Torrio mentors Capone in Brooklyn, and then the two reunite in Chicago, where their bootlegging enrages local Irish gangsters.
A Death in the Family
A new mayor forces Torrio and Capone outside Chicago to nearby Cicero. There, Capone's brother Frank fixes an election, placing himself in jeopardy.
Blood Filled Streets
A betrayal destroys peace in Chicago and Torrio and Capone seek revenge against the Irish gangs. Meanwhile, the Beer Wars make Capone Chicago's top gangster.
St. Valentine's Day Massacre
Capone uses the St. Valentine's Day Massacre to assert his power over his enemies. Meanwhile, President Hoover takes notice; and dispatches Elliot Ness to take on Capone.
Judgment Day
Al Capone outwits Eliot Ness, but Capone's criminal empire remains in jeopardy when the IRS plants an undercover agent in his gang.
New Blood
With Capone in jail, Frank Nitti, Paul Ricca and Joe Accardo take over. Meanwhile, a Hollywood scandal presents Sam Giancana with a chance to prove himself.
Sin City
Joe Accardo sets his sights on Las Vegas, but the Outfit is threatened when Sam Giancona incurs the wrath of young attorney Robert F. Kennedy.
Last Man Standing
In the second-season finale, Joe Accardo and Sam Giancana have a falling out, and the fate of the Outfit rests on the outcome. Meanwhile, Joe Accardo cleans up loose ends before retiring.
