You can now watch all three parts of The Godfather on Paramount+. The movies are also available on Amazon Prime Video or Vudu.
The 1972 released American crime film, The Godfather, is considered to be an iconic pop-culture symbol due to its major fan following. The mob movie was directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The film is based on Mario Puzo's best-selling 1969 novel of the same title.
The film was released back on March 24, 1972, and was declared to be the highest-grossing film of 1972. The film opened to critical appreciation by the critics and the audience for the direction, screenplay, cinematography, editing, score, and performances of the actors. Due to its success, the first part was followed by two sequels, The Godfather Part II and The Godfather Part III.
What is The Godfather about?
The Godfather is the first installment in The Godfather trilogy which encircles around the Corleone family which is under the patriarch of Vito Corleone from 1945 to 1955. The film focused on Vito Corleone's youngest son Michael Corleone and his transformation from being the reluctant family outsider to the ruthless mafia boss.
Made with a budget of $6-7.2 million, the film made $250-291 million at the box office.
Who is in the cast of The Godfather?
Out of the major cast of The Godfather, the main cast members of the film were:
Marlon Brando as Don Vito Corleone
Al Pacino as Michael Corleone
James Caan as Sonny Corleone
Robert Duvall as Tom Hagen
Diane Keaton as Kay Adams
Talia Shire as Connie
John Cazale as Fredo
Abe Vigoda as Tessio
Al Martino as Johnny Fontane
Richard Conte as Emilio Barzini
Diane Keaton as Kay Adams-Corleone
Who played the role of Vito Corleone?
American actor Marlon Brando Jr. played the role of the Corleone family's head Vito Corleone. The role of the mafia head in the film helped revitalize Brando's career which had seen a major drop in the 1960s. The movie helped him get back on his track. He went on to star in films such as Last Tango in Paris, Superman, and Apocalypse Now. He also went on to win accolades for his performance along with his co-stars Pacino and other cast members.
Is The Godfather on Netflix?
No, The Godfather is unfortunately not available on Netflix for streaming. However, you can watch it on Amazon Prime Video, Vudu, or Paramount+. Or else you can rent it through iTunes or Google Play.
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