Jimmy Darmody is a fictional character from the television series Boardwalk Empire, which aired from 2010 to 2014. He is portrayed by actor Michael Pitt and is a young World War I veteran who becomes involved in organized crime during the Prohibition era in Atlantic City. Jimmy is the son of Eli Darmody, a local gangster, and he seeks to establish his own identity in the criminal underworld. Throughout the series, Jimmy struggles with loyalty, ambition, and the consequences of his choices. His relationship with Nucky Thompson, played by Steve Buscemi, is central to the plot, as they navigate the complexities of power and betrayal in their pursuit of wealth and influence.