Episódios
- 1
A Seat at the Table1h 8m
After ditching his job at the Rand Corporation for a shot in Hollywood, Al Ruddy wins the job to produce Mario Puzos 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.
- 2
Warning Shots59m
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 & Westerns Barry Lapidus lock horns over the creative direction of Paramount Pictures.
- 3
Fade In59m
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 & Westerns CEO Charlie Bluhdorn. Meanwhile, Bluhdorn takes an interest in Bettye.
- 4
The Right Shade of Yellow1h 4m
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 Colombos support, Ruddy gets an uncomfortable glimpse of his new friends loyalty. The rising stakes surrounding “The Godfather” continues to strain Ruddys relationship with Francoise.
- 5
Kiss the Ring51m
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.
- 6
A Stand Up Guy51m
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.
- 7
Mr. Producer52m
Dissatisfied with the footage, Barry Lapidus orchestrates a potential coup as Ruddy initiates a bold plan to save both Coppolas and Pacinos jobs. Crime boss Carlo Gambino questions Colombos leadership as he holds another large Italian-American Civil Rights League rally.
- 8
Crossing the Line53m
In the bloody aftermath of the Italian-American Civil Rights League rally, Gallo threatens “The Godfathers” 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.
- 9
Its Who We Are1h 9m
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 Coppolas vision for the edit and Bettye starts to think about her next move.
- 10
Brains and Balls59m
“The Godfather” is released to rave reviews and box office records. Drama unfolds at the 45th Academy Awards.