The Godfather (1972) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings
Quick Facts
| IMDb | 9.2/10 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 97% |
| Metacritic | 100/100 |
| Director | Francis Ford Coppola |
| Genre | Drama, Crime |
| Runtime | 175 min |
| Rated | R |
| Cast | Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Robert Duvall, Richard S. Castellano |
"An offer you can't refuse."
Should You Watch The Godfather?
With an IMDb score of 9.2, The Godfather is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. The 97% Rotten Tomatoes score signals near-universal critical acclaim.
Spanning the years 1945 to 1955, a chronicle of the fictional Italian-American Corleone crime family. When organized crime family patriarch, Vito Corleone barely survives an attempt on his life, his youngest son, Michael steps in to take care of the would-be killers, launching a campaign of bloody revenge.
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Ratings Breakdown
- IMDb: 9.2/10 from 22,668 votes — the broad audience consensus.
- Rotten Tomatoes: 97% — Certified Fresh by critics.
- Metacritic: 100/100 — weighted critic average.
- TMDB: 8.7/10 from 22,668 votes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Godfather's IMDb rating?
The Godfather (1972) has an IMDb rating of 9.2 out of 10 based on 22,668 user votes.
Is The Godfather worth watching?
With an IMDb score of 9.2 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 97%, The Godfather is generally well-regarded and worth your time.
How long is The Godfather?
The Godfather has a runtime of 175 min. It is rated R.
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