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7.4 / 10(7,129 votes)IMDbR19902h 42m$136.8M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

The Godfather Part III

“All the power on earth can't change destiny.”

Synopsis

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.

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Type: Trailer • Published 2019-03-20

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Beijing International Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

December 4, 2020

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

April 29, 2008

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedCommercial Hit (2.53x ROI)

Production Budget

$54M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$136.8M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

2.53x

+$82.8M net gain

Theatrical Status

Profitable

Box office tier

Budget: $54MWorldwide: $136.8M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Francis Ford Coppola
Screenplay & Story
Mario Puzo, Francis Ford Coppola
Original Score
Carmine Coppola
Original Title
The Godfather Part III
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English, Italian, German, Latin
Runtime
2h 42m
Production Budget
$54M
Worldwide Gross
$136.8M
Production Studios
Paramount Pictures, American Zoetrope

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Francis Ford Coppola

Screenplay & Story

Mario Puzo, Francis Ford Coppola

Original Score & Music

Carmine Coppola

Director of Photography

Gordon Willis

Film Editing

Lisa Fruchtman, Walter Murch, Barry Malkin

Producers

Francis Ford Coppola, Fred Fuchs, Nicholas Gage

Department Leadership Roster

Lisa Fruchtman

Editor

Mario Puzo

Mario Puzo

Screenplay

Walter Murch

Walter Murch

Editor

Dean Tavoularis

Production Design

Gordon Willis

Gordon Willis

Director of Photography

Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola

Producer

Carmine Coppola

Carmine Coppola

Original Music Composer

Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola

Screenplay

Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola

Director

Barry Malkin

Editor

Buddy Joe Hooker

Buddy Joe Hooker

Stunt Coordinator

Milena Canonero

Milena Canonero

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

CanadaR
Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)TP
United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Godfather Part III

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Godfather Part III about?

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.

Who directed The Godfather Part III?

The Godfather Part III was directed by Francis Ford Coppola.

Who stars in The Godfather Part III?

The principal cast of The Godfather Part III includes Al Pacino, Diane Keaton, Talia Shire, Andy Garcia, Eli Wallach.

When was The Godfather Part III released and how long is it?

The Godfather Part III was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 2h 42m.

What was the box office and production budget of The Godfather Part III?

The Godfather Part III had a reported production budget of $54M and grossed $136.8M at the worldwide box office (2.53 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).

Who composed the musical score for The Godfather Part III?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Godfather Part III was composed by Carmine Coppola.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Godfather Part III?

The Godfather Part III holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: R; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).