The Godfather Part III (1990)
Francis Ford Coppola's haunting conclusion to the Corleone saga, where power, guilt, and the desperate search for redemption collide.
The Godfather Part III - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Godfather Part III
- Release Year: 1990
- Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 2h 42m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, Italian, German, Latin
- Release Date (Theatrical): December 25, 1990 (Canada - R), December 25, 1990 (United States - R), March 8, 1991 (United Kingdom - 15), February 21, 1991 (Germany - 16), March 27, 1991 (France - TP), May 1, 1992 (India), February 28, 1991 (Australia - M), March 15, 1991 (Brazil - 14), March 8, 1991 (Italy - T), March 1, 1991 (Spain - 18), March 16, 1991 (South Korea - 19)
- Alternative Titles: The Godfather Part 3 (US), Le Parrain - 3ème partie (FR), Крестный отец 3 (RU), 教父 III (CN), Baba 3 (TR), O Poderoso Chefão: Parte III (BR), Gudfadern 3 (SE), El padrino parte III (MX)
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, American Zoetrope
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Godfather Part III - Plot
In the midst of trying to legitimize his business dealings in 1979 New York and Italy, aging mafia don, Michael Corleone seeks forgiveness for his sins while taking a young protege under his wing.
The Godfather Part III - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see Michael Corleone's final chapter unfold:
All the power on earth can't change destiny.
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The Godfather Part III - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Francis Ford Coppola
Main Cast
- Al Pacino
- Diane Keaton
- Talia Shire
- Andy Garcia
- Eli Wallach
- Joe Mantegna
- George Hamilton
- Bridget Fonda
- Sofia Coppola
- Raf Vallone
Writers
- Francis Ford Coppola
- Mario Puzo
Producers
- Charles Mulvehill
- Fred Roos
- Fred Fuchs
- Gray Frederickson
- Nicholas Gage
The Godfather Part III - FAQs
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Is The Godfather Part III based on a true story?
The film is fictional but draws heavily on real events, including the 1978 death of Pope John Paul I and the Vatican Bank scandal involving Roberto Calvi and the Banco Ambrosiano. The Corleone family itself is a fictional creation by author Mario Puzo, inspired broadly by real organized crime figures.
Who are the main actors in The Godfather Part III?
The film stars Al Pacino as Michael Corleone, Diane Keaton as Kay Adams, Talia Shire as Connie Corleone, Andy Garcia as Vincent Mancini, Eli Wallach as Don Altobello, Joe Mantegna as Joey Zasa, George Hamilton, Bridget Fonda, Sofia Coppola, and Raf Vallone.
What is the ending of The Godfather Part III explained?
In the film's climax, an assassination attempt on Michael goes tragically wrong when his daughter Mary is shot and killed on the steps of the Palermo opera house. The final scene shows an aged Michael dying alone in a Sicilian garden, collapsing from his chair — a haunting image of a man consumed by the sins he could never escape.
What is The Godfather Part III about?
Set in 1979, the film follows an aging Michael Corleone attempting to legitimize the Corleone family's criminal empire through a massive Vatican financial deal. Haunted by guilt and seeking redemption, he grooms his nephew Vincent as his successor while becoming entangled in deadly Vatican intrigue and old-world vendettas.
How long is The Godfather Part III?
The Godfather Part III has a runtime of 162 minutes, or approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. A re-edited version titled Mario Puzo's The Godfather, Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone was released in 2020, running slightly shorter at around 157 minutes with a revised opening and ending.
Did The Godfather Part III win any awards?
The Godfather Part III received seven Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director for Francis Ford Coppola, and Best Supporting Actor for Andy Garcia. It won a Golden Globe for Best Original Song. Despite its nominations, it did not win any Oscars, and the ceremony is remembered for its many near-misses.
What is the age rating for The Godfather Part III?
The Godfather Part III is rated R in the United States, meaning viewers under 17 require a parent or guardian. The rating reflects the film's strong violence, adult themes involving organized crime and corruption, and some language. International ratings vary: 15 in the UK, 16 in Germany, and 18 in Spain.
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