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“The greatest movie almost never made.”
Creator
Michael Tolkin
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.
Seasons
1
Episodes
10
Country
United States of America
Status
Ended
Cast
Miles Teller
Albert S. 'Al' Ruddy · 10 eps
Matthew Goode
Robert Evans · 10 eps
Juno Temple
Bettye McCartt · 10 eps
Colin Hanks
Barry Lapidus · 10 eps
Dan Fogler
Francis Ford Coppola · 10 eps
Giovanni Ribisi
Joe Colombo · 10 eps
Burn Gorman
Charles Bluhdorn · 10 eps
Jake Cannavale
Caesar Romano · 9 eps
Lou Ferrigno
Lenny Montana · 8 eps
Josh Zuckerman
Peter Bart · 8 eps
Anthony Ippolito
Al Pacino · 7 eps
Meredith Garretson
Ali MacGraw · 7 eps
Joseph Russo
Joe Gallo · 6 eps
Anthony Skordi
Carlo Gambino · 6 eps
T.J. Thyne
Gordy Willis · 5 eps
Patrick Gallo
Mario Puzo · 6 eps
Paul McCrane
Jack Ballard · 5 eps
Eric Balfour
Dean Tavoularis · 5 eps
James Madio
Carmine Vispiciano · 5 eps
Justin Chambers
Marlon Brando · 4 eps
Danny Nucci
Congressman Mario Biaggi · 4 eps
Annie Funke
Sheila · 5 eps
Tracy Silver
Bluhdorn's Secretary · 5 eps
Nora Arnezeder
Françoise Glaser · 4 eps
Frank John Hughes
Frank Sinatra · 4 eps
Stephanie Koenig
Andrea Eastman · 4 eps
Derrick Baskin
Leroy 'Nicky' Barnes · 4 eps
Zack Schor
Fred Gallo · 4 eps
Geoffrey Arend
Aram Avakian · 3 eps
Michael Rispoli
Tommy Lucchese · 3 eps
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1
A Seat at the Table
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.
2
Warning Shots
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.
3
Fade In
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.
4
The Right Shade of Yellow
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.
5
Kiss the Ring
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 Guy
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. Producer
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.
8
Crossing the Line
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.
9
It’s Who We Are
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.
10
Brains and Balls
“The Godfather” is released to rave reviews and box office records. Drama unfolds at the 45th Academy Awards.
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