The Godson
“Some wise guys aren't so smart!”
Synopsis
After the death of his older brother, Guiseppe "the guppy" Calzone becomes head of the Calzone Mob family. His aging father knows his son is not cut out for the job, so he sends him to "Mafia University". The head of a rival Mafia Family sees this as an opportunity to strike and bring the Calzone Family to its knees. Surrounded by danger, double-crossing and pasta.
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Rodney Dangerfield
The Rodfather
Kevin McDonald
Guppy Calzone
Dom DeLuise
The Oddfather
Fabiana Udenio
Don Na
Lou Ferrigno
Bugsy
Paul Greenberg
Frito Calzone
Carol Arthur
Mama Calzone
Barbara Crampton
Goldy
Bob Hoge
Sunny Calzone
Irwin Keyes
Tracy Dick
Eileen Kenney
Agent Hoover
Bobbie Brown
Sonny's Babe
Carlos Alazraqui
Tony "Flock You" Montana
Perry Stephens
Father O'Connell
Jerry Lambert
Professor
Jerry Douglas
Freedie Green
Dom Irrera
Self
Sonya Eddy
Bank Clerk
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 6, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Hoge
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Hoge
- Original Score
- Boris Elkis
- Original Title
- The Godson
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Shoreline Entertainment, Defiant Films, Three Spear
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Hoge
Bob Hoge
Boris Elkis
Thomas Lappin, Nils Erickson
Tracy Curtis
Lynn Mooney, George Marinos, Mary Skinner, Morris Ruskin, Jeff Ritchie
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Hoge
Writer
Tracy Curtis
Editor
Thomas Lappin
Director of Photography
Terry James
Stunt Coordinator
Boris Elkis
Original Music Composer
Jeff Ritchie
Producer
Kevin Flint
Producer
Gary Paul
Stunt Coordinator
Bob Hoge
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Godson
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What is The Godson about?
After the death of his older brother, Guiseppe "the guppy" Calzone becomes head of the Calzone Mob family. His aging father knows his son is not cut out for the job, so he sends him to "Mafia University". The head of a rival Mafia Family sees this as an opportunity to strike and bring the Calzone Family to its knees. Surrounded by danger, double-crossing and pasta.
Who directed The Godson?
The Godson was directed by Bob Hoge.
Who stars in The Godson?
The principal cast of The Godson includes Rodney Dangerfield, Kevin McDonald, Dom DeLuise, Fabiana Udenio, Lou Ferrigno.
When was The Godson released and how long is it?
The Godson was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Godson?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Godson was composed by Boris Elkis.