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The greatest movie almost never made.
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Overview
Oscar-winning producer Al Ruddy’s never before revealed experiences of making the iconic 1972 film The Godfather that Francis Ford Coppola directed and adapted with Mario Puzo.
Status: Ended
First Air Date: 2022-04-28
Runtime: 9h 0m
Director: Unknown
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Miles Teller
Miles Teller
Albert S. Ruddy
Matthew Goode
Matthew Goode
Robert Evans
Dan Fogler
Dan Fogler
Francis Ford Coppola
Burn Gorman
Burn Gorman
Charles Bluhdorn
Colin Hanks
Colin Hanks
Barry Lapidus
Giovanni Ribisi
Giovanni Ribisi
Joe Colombo
Juno Temple
Juno Temple
Bettye McCartt
Jack Trout
Jack Trout
Prison Guard
Official Videos
Directing The Untold Story Behind The Godfather
Directing The Untold Story Behind The Godfather
Meet The Godfather Producer Al Ruddy
Meet The Godfather Producer Al Ruddy
New Limited Series Streaming April 28
New Limited Series Streaming April 28
Official Trailer
Official Trailer
Teaser Trailer
Teaser Trailer
Date Announcement
Date Announcement
Episodes - Season 1
A Seat at the Table
A Seat at the Table
Episode 1
After ditching his job at the Rand Corporation for a shot in Hollywood, Al Ruddy wins the job to produce Mario Puzo’s bestselling novel, “The Godfather” for Paramount Pictures. Joe Colombo, a rising crime boss in the New York City Mafia, has a darker fate in mind for the picture.
Warning Shots
Warning Shots
Episode 2
With Francis Ford Coppola and Mario Puzo penning the script, Al Ruddy and Bettye McCartt confront an ever-growing list of opposition to “The Godfather” including Frank Sinatra, LA Gangster Mickey Cohen, and the Colombo led Italian-American Civil Rights League. Meanwhile, Robert Evans and Gulf & Western’s Barry Lapidus lock horns over the creative direction of Paramount Pictures.
Fade In
Fade In
Episode 3
Pressure mounts for the scripts’ delivery after Ruddy is forced to sit down with Joe Colombo and Evans finds himself navigating hot waters with Gulf & Western’s CEO Charlie Bluhdorn. Meanwhile, Bluhdorn takes an interest in Bettye.
The Right Shade of Yellow
The Right Shade of Yellow
Episode 4
With Marlon Brando and Al Pacino in contention for leading roles in “The Godfather,” Ruddy is caught in the line of fire between Evans and Coppola and must pick a side. After gaining Joe Colombo’s support, Ruddy gets an uncomfortable glimpse of his new friend’s loyalty. The rising stakes surrounding “The Godfather” continues to strain Ruddy’s relationship with Francoise.
Kiss the Ring
Kiss the Ring
Episode 5
Ruddy and Bettye combat logistical nightmares with principal photography quickly approaching. As the Mob continues to ingrain itself in the making of the film, tensions rise between Colombo and notorious hot head Crazy Joe Gallo.
A Stand Up Guy
A Stand Up Guy
Episode 6
Ruddy deals with the fallout from the disastrous press conference while Evans creates a plan to save Paramount. Bettye takes action as the first day of filming is compromised due to collisions with Gulf & Western, Paramount, and the Mafia.
Mr. Producer
Mr. Producer
Episode 7
Dissatisfied with the footage, Barry Lapidus orchestrates a potential coup as Ruddy initiates a bold plan to save both Coppola's and Pacino’s jobs. Crime boss Carlo Gambino questions Colombo’s leadership as he holds another large Italian-American Civil Rights League rally.
Crossing the Line
Crossing the Line
Episode 8
In the bloody aftermath of the Italian-American Civil Rights League rally, Gallo threatens “The Godfather’s” production budget as Ruddy struggles to protect the funding for Sicily. Evans continues to spiral after the breakup of his marriage with Ali MacGraw, allowing Barry Lapidus to capitalize.
It’s Who We Are
It’s Who We Are
Episode 9
As the production contends with the challenges of filming in Sicily, Ruddy leaves early to help get Evans back on track. Post-production disputes with Lapidus threaten Coppola’s vision for the edit and Bettye starts to think about her next move.
Brains and Balls
Brains and Balls
Episode 10
“The Godfather” is released to rave reviews and box office records. Drama unfolds at the 45th Academy Awards.
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