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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...
Genre:Drama
Network:Paramount+
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Season 1

  • A Seat at the Table
    8.2/101,789 votes
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    A Seat at the Table

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 4/28/2022

    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.

    Director: Dexter Fletcher

    Writer: Michael Tolkin

  • Warning Shots
    8.2/101,518 votes
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    Warning Shots

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 4/28/2022

    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.

    Director: Dexter Fletcher

    Writer: N/A

  • Fade In
    8.3/101,438 votes
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    Fade In

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 4/28/2022

    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.

    Director: Adam Arkin

    Writer: Michael Tolkin, Russell Rothberg, Mona Mira, Leslie Greif

  • The Right Shade of Yellow
    8.5/101,406 votes
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    The Right Shade of Yellow

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/5/2022

    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.

    Director: Adam Arkin

    Writer: N/A

  • Kiss the Ring
    8.5/101,387 votes
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    Kiss the Ring

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/12/2022

    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.

    Director: Colin Bucksey

    Writer: N/A

  • A Stand Up Guy
    8.5/101,346 votes
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    A Stand Up Guy

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/19/2022

    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.

    Director: Colin Bucksey

    Writer: Nikki Toscano

  • Mr. Producer
    8.7/101,349 votes
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    Mr. Producer

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/26/2022

    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.

    Director: Gwyneth Horder-Payton

    Writer: Kevin J. Hynes

  • Crossing the Line
    8.3/101,254 votes
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    Crossing the Line

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 6/2/2022

    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.

    Director: Gwyneth Horder-Payton

    Writer: Russell Rothberg

  • It’s Who We Are
    8.9/101,400 votes
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    It’s Who We Are

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 6/9/2022

    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.

    Director: Adam Arkin

    Writer: Nikki Toscano, Mona Mira

  • Brains and Balls
    8.7/101,184 votes
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    Brains and Balls

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/16/2022

    “The Godfather” is released to rave reviews and box office records. Drama unfolds at the 45th Academy Awards.

    Director: Adam Arkin

    Writer: Michael Tolkin, Nikki Toscano, Russell Rothberg