The Godfather

In 1945, the Corleone family gathers in New York City to celebrate Connie Corleone's wedding. The festivities bring together family, friends, and associates, setting the stage for the events that will unfold.

During the wedding, Johnny Fontane, Vito Corleone's godson and a struggling singer, seeks Vito's assistance to land a movie role in Hollywood. Vito takes a moment to help Johnny amidst the wedding celebrations.

Tom Hagen, Vito's trusted consigliere, approaches studio president Jack Woltz to advocate for Johnny. Woltz initially refuses, igniting a series of events that lead to a gruesome warning delivered to him.

As Christmas nears, drug lord Virgil 'The Turk' Sollozzo seeks Vito’s protection for his narcotics business. Vito rejects the proposal, opting to maintain his political connections, foreshadowing conflicts ahead.

To gain information on Sollozzo's operations, Vito sends Luca Brasi to infiltrate the Tattaglia crime family. Tragically, Brasi is killed during his mission, escalating tensions among the rival factions.

Following Brasi's death, Vito suffers multiple assassination attempts plotted by Sollozzo and corrupt officers. Michael realizes the seriousness of the situation as the family's safety hangs in the balance.

After surviving an attack, Michael conspires with his uncle Clemenza to assassinate Sollozzo and Captain McCluskey. This pivotal moment marks Michael's transformation as he steps into the family's violent world.

Amid escalating violence, Sonny confronts Carlo about his abuse of Connie. Tragically, Sonny is ambushed at a toll booth and killed, marking a significant loss for the Corleone family.

While in Sicily to escape the fallout, Michael marries Apollonia, a local beauty. Their short-lived happiness is shattered when a car bomb intended for Michael kills Apollonia instead.

In a bid to quell the violence, Vito seeks a meeting with the Five Families. He resolves to cease his opposition to their drug operations, paving the way for a fragile peace in the crime world.

With Vito's safety assured, Michael returns to the family fold and marries Kay Adams, signaling a new chapter for him. They welcome two children in the early 1950s as Michael takes on a larger role in the family business.

In a critical discussion, Vito informs Michael that Don Barzini orchestrated Sonny’s murder. This knowledge empowers Michael, leading him to reassess his family's strategies amid rising tensions.

In 1955, Vito Corleone passes away, causing upheaval within the family dynamics. His funeral becomes a poignant moment, serving as a backdrop to the ensuing power struggles in the criminal underworld.

Following Vito's death, Michael consolidates power, orchestrating a systematic elimination of rival families. This ruthless campaign cements his position and authority within the Corleone family.

Michael confronts Carlo Rizzi, the mastermind behind Sonny's murder, eliciting a confession. Unbeknownst to Carlo, Michael's show of mercy is a guise for a brutal end orchestrated by Clemenza.