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The Godfather franchise consists of three feature films that follow the Corleone crime family. The entries connect by chronicling the family's history across different time periods, beginning with the years 1945 to 1955 in the first film, exploring Vito Corleone's youth in Sicily and 1910s New York alongside Michael Corleone's 1950s expansion in the second, and following Michael's attempts to legitimize his business in 1979 in the third. Watching these films in release order is recommended to follow the narrative development of the characters and the expanding scope of the family business across the decades.
The Godfather
Movie, 1972
Spanning 1945 to 1955, this entry introduces the Italian-American Corleone crime family and follows youngest son Michael as he steps in after an attempt on his father Vito's life.
The Godfather Part II
Movie, 1974
This entry continues the saga by showing young Vito Corleone growing up in Sicily and 1910s New York, while Michael Corleone attempts to expand the family business in the 1950s.
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The Godfather Part III
Movie, 1990
Set in 1979 in New York and Italy, an aging Michael Corleone attempts to legitimize his business dealings, seeks forgiveness for his sins, and takes on a young protege.
| # | Title | Type | Year | Rating | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Godfather | Movie | 1972 | ★ 8.7 | Not yet |
| 2 | The Godfather Part II | Movie | 1974 | ★ 8.6 | Not yet |
| 3 | The Godfather Part III | Movie | 1990 | ★ 7.4 | Not yet |
Average audience ratings, in watch order.
First-time viewers should start with the 1972 film, which introduces the Corleone crime family and the patriarch Vito Corleone before moving on to the subsequent parts.
Watching the films in release order aligns with the production history and the chronological progression of the overarching narrative presented across the three cinematic entries.
The provided franchise facts do not state that any specific entries can be skipped, so all three movies should be watched to experience the complete narrative.
Watch in this order: 1. The Godfather, 2. The Godfather Part II, 3. The Godfather Part III.
This guide lists 3 entries, released between 1972 and 1990.
The Godfather has the highest average rating in this guide, at 8.7 out of 10.