The Godfather Trilogy Is Now Streaming on Paramount+ – Don’t Miss This Iconic Saga!

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The iconic Godfather trilogy, often hailed as one of the greatest film series ever produced within the crime genre, and a true masterpiece, has now moved to its new streaming platform. Fans of the gangster world can now enjoy the Corleone storyline on Paramount+. Among other notable additions to the streamer are the initial four Indiana Jones films, The People vs. Larry Flynt, Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse, and every film in the Naked Gun series.

Beginning June 1, subscribers of Paramount+ gain an opportunity to stream two of the best movies ever produced, along with a third one that is often overlooked but equally captivating. All films in the Godfather series were directed by Francis Ford Coppola and feature Al Pacino portraying Michael Corleone in every installment.

The Godfather (1972)

The Godfather Part II (1974)

The Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone (2020) – A new cut of the original 1990 film.

The Godfather” was penned jointly by Coppola and Mario Puzo, inspired by Puzo’s book with the same title. In 1972, this crime saga became the year’s biggest box office hit, earning an astounding $291 million, a record it held for quite some time. At the Oscars, it was nominated in 11 categories and bagged awards for Best Picture, Best Actor (Marlon Brando declined the award), and Best Adapted Screenplay. To summarize its storyline: The elder head of a secretive crime empire hands over control to his unwilling son.

[Official plot synopsis] The story unfolds by interweaving two timelines: the younger years of Vito Corleone in New York during the 1920s and his son Michael Corleone in the present day as he expands the family business into Florida. This unique narrative structure allowed both the origin and evolution of the Corleone dynasty to be portrayed effectively.

In the bustling cityscape of 1920s New York, we delve into the early life and professional journey of Vito Corleone. Meanwhile, his offspring, Michael, is shown strengthening and consolidating control over the Corleone crime empire.

1990 saw the release of “The Godfather Part III,” where Francis Ford Coppola and Mario Puzo aimed to wrap up the story of the Corleone family. The movie had a decent run at the box office, but it didn’t receive as much critical praise as its predecessors. Despite earning seven Oscar nominations, it ended up empty-handed in all categories. As per the official summary, this installment portrays Michael Corleone, now in his sixties, striving to steer his family away from criminal activities and choosing a worthy heir for his empire.

Does ‘The Godfather’ Trilogy Hold Up Today?

“The Godfather” and “The Godfather Part II” are two standout movies in cinema history’s hall of fame. However, while “The Godfather Part III” didn’t quite match up to its predecessors, Francis Ford Coppola’s decision to rework the movie in 2020 aimed at realizing his initial vision significantly improved it. Now, it serves as a powerful ending to an epic saga that explores themes like greed, loyalty, and honor – all viewed from the perspective of a vulnerable spirit consumed by the desire for power.

Absolutely, the “Godfather” trilogy remains compelling today as it takes us on an impressive voyage through a crime story that vividly portrays the grim aspects of human nature. The initial film is almost flawless in its depiction of the gangster genre, while the series evolves into a deeper exploration of distorted moral standards. These principles are manipulated by a war hero who must assume command of his influential family, regardless of the consequences.

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2025-06-02 15:34