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8.7 /10

The Godfather (1972) English Movie

1972 2 hours 55 minutes

Movie Synopsis

Spanning the years 1945 to 1955, a chronicle of the fictional Italian-American Corleone crime family. When organized crime family patriarch, Vito Corleone barely survives an attempt on his life, his youngest son, Michael steps in to take care of the would-be killers, launching a campaign of bloody revenge.

The movie features an impressive ensemble cast including Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan and others, delivering powerful performances that bring the characters to life. Produced by a talented team of filmmakers has created a film that stands out in its genre, offering viewers a memorable cinematic experience.

The movie was released on March 14, 1972 and has since received positive reception from audiences.

Starring Cast

The film boasts an impressive lineup of talented actors who bring depth and authenticity to their roles. Here are some of the key performers:

Marlon Brando

Marlon Brando

Don Vito Corleone

Al Pacino

Al Pacino

Michael Corleone

James Caan

James Caan

Sonny Corleone

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

Tom Hagen

Richard S. Castellano

Richard S. Castellano

Clemenza

Diane Keaton

Diane Keaton

Kay Adams

Talia Shire

Talia Shire

Connie Corleone Rizzi

Gianni Russo

Gianni Russo

Carlo Rizzi

Sterling Hayden

Sterling Hayden

Captain McCluskey

John Marley

John Marley

Jack Woltz

Richard Conte

Richard Conte

Barzini

Al Lettieri

Al Lettieri

Sollozzo

The chemistry between the cast members is palpable, creating believable relationships that drive the story forward and engage the audience throughout the film's runtime.

Behind the Scenes

The talented individuals working behind the camera played a crucial role in bringing this cinematic vision to life. Below is the complete crew list, showcasing the diverse roles that contributed to the film's production.

  • Mario Puzo Screenplay (Writing)
  • Albert S. Ruddy Producer (Production)
  • Francis Ford Coppola Screenplay (Writing)
  • William Reynolds Editor (Editing)
  • Peter Zinner Editor (Editing)
  • Anthony Caso Stunt Double (Crew)
  • Paul Baxley Stunt Coordinator (Crew)
  • Harry Daley Stunts (Crew)
  • Nancy Hopton Script Supervisor (Directing)
  • Carlo Savina Conductor (Sound)
  • George Newman Wardrobe Supervisor (Costume & Make-Up)
  • Walter Murch Post Production Consulting (Crew)
  • Michael Chapman Camera Operator (Camera)
  • Tony Bowers Location Coordinator (Production)
  • Michael Briggs Location Coordinator (Production)
  • Carmine Coppola Additional Music (Crew)
  • Nino Rota Original Music Composer (Sound)
  • Gordon Willis Director of Photography (Camera)
  • Mario Puzo Novel (Writing)
  • Dean Tavoularis Production Design (Art)
  • Louis DiGiaimo Casting (Production)
  • Andrea Eastman Casting (Production)
  • Fred Roos Casting (Production)
  • Gray Frederickson Associate Producer (Production)
  • Philip Smith Set Decoration (Art)
  • Warren Clymer Art Direction (Art)
  • Anna Hill Johnstone Costume Design (Costume & Make-Up)
  • Joe Bucaro III Stand In (Crew)
  • Valerio De Paolis Production Manager (Production)
  • Richard Portman Sound Re-Recording Mixer (Sound)
  • Dick Smith Makeup Artist (Costume & Make-Up)
  • Phil Rhodes Makeup Artist (Costume & Make-Up)
  • Philip Leto Hairstylist (Costume & Make-Up)
  • Charles Grenzbach Sound Re-Recording Mixer (Sound)
  • Sass Bedig Special Effects (Crew)
  • Joe Lombardi Special Effects (Crew)
  • Fred C. Caruso Unit Production Manager (Production)
  • Francis Ford Coppola Producer (Production)
  • A.D. Flowers Special Effects (Crew)
  • Richard Adee Set Decoration (Art)
  • Chris Newman Sound Recordist (Sound)
  • Robert Evans Producer (Production)
  • Tony Brandt Assistant Director (Directing)
  • Francis Ford Coppola Director (Directing)
  • Fred T. Gallo Assistant Director (Directing)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some common questions viewers have about The Godfather:

The Godfather was released on March 14, 1972. The film's release was met with positive audience response.

The original language of The Godfather is English. As an English-language production for international audiences to enjoy.

The runtime of The Godfather is 2 hours 55 minutes. This duration allows for thorough character development and narrative progression while maintaining audience engagement throughout.