Based on the first teaser for Boardwalk Empire Season 3, fans can look forward to a fall return that features a new year and new rules.

And a new Nucky, based on the latest trailer for this Emmy-nominated drama.

In light of the famous line used against him back on Season 1 - You can't be half a gangster - it looks like the ruler of Atlantic City is about to take that advice to heart. Goodbye, ring. Farewell, rose. Hello, pistol.

Watch the promo now and relive Nucky's shooting of Jimmy from Boardwalk Empire Season 2. What repercussions will be felt when the series returns? We'll find out on September 16...

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