The Godfather Part II (1974)
A crime family's epic saga unfolds with melancholy, as a son expands the empire his father built.
In the continuing saga of the Corleone crime family, a young Vito Corleone grows up in Sicily and in 1910s New York. In the 1950s, Michael Corleone attempts to expand the family business into Las Vegas, Hollywood and Cuba.
How intense is The Godfather Part II?
The Godfather Part II has graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Godfather Part II feels like
- Tone
- grittyepicmelancholysuspensefulatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Godfather Part II
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Is The Godfather Part II for you?
Is The Godfather Part II scary?
No. The Godfather Part II is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Godfather Part II gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Godfather Part II sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Godfather Part II OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is The Godfather Part II?
The Godfather Part II runs 3h 22m.
Where can I stream The Godfather Part II?
The Godfather Part II is streaming on Paramount+ and MGM+.
Does The Godfather Part II have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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