The Godfather Part III (1990)
Kernel Score: 84% · 6,735 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1990-12-25
Runtime: 162 minutes
Is The Godfather Part III worth watching?
Worth watching. The weakest of the three Godfather films is still a thoughtful, well-made crime drama about an aging man seeking forgiveness. It rewards viewers who know the earlier two, and it lacks their power.
Watch it if you
- loved the first two Godfather films
- like crime dramas about guilt
- want a mature, slow story
Skip it if you
- haven't seen the first two films
- expect the original's brilliance
Best for: Long weekend watch
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Godfather Part III
- Stream: Prime Video
- Rent: JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV, Plex
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
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.
The Godfather Part III parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Godfather Part III is an R-rated crime drama with mafia violence and moral corruption themes.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Includes assassination attempts, gangster violence, and a helicopter attack, consistent with its R rating and organized crime plot.
- Language: Some — R-rated film with some strong language.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Godfather Part III
If you liked The Godfather Part III, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- The Godfather (1972) — 96%: The original that this story follows.
- The Godfather Part II (1974) — 93%: The direct middle chapter, with sweep and tragedy.
- GoodFellas (1990) — 92%: Scorsese's mob classic, faster and more energetic.
- Casino (1995) — 89%: Epic crime story about power and decline.
- Donnie Brasco (1997) — 84%: Undercover story about loyalty inside the mob.
- A Bronx Tale (1993) — 87%: Coming-of-age story caught between mob and family.
Director
Cast
- Al Pacino as Michael Corleone
- Diane Keaton as Kay Adams
- Talia Shire as Connie Corleone Rizzi
- Andy Garcia as Vincent Mancini
- Eli Wallach as Don Altobello
- Joe Mantegna as Joey Zasa
- George Hamilton as B.J. Harrison
- Bridget Fonda as Grace Hamilton
- Sofia Coppola as Mary Corleone
- Raf Vallone as Cardinal Lamberto
The Godfather Part III FAQ
Is The Godfather Part III worth watching?
Worth watching. The weakest of the three Godfather films is still a thoughtful, well-made crime drama about an aging man seeking forgiveness. It rewards viewers who know the earlier two, and it lacks their power.
Where can I watch The Godfather Part III?
In the US you can stream The Godfather Part III on Prime Video and rent it from JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV and Plex.
Is The Godfather Part III OK for kids?
The Godfather Part III is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Godfather Part III is an R-rated crime drama with mafia violence and moral corruption themes.
What movies are like The Godfather Part III?
If you liked The Godfather Part III, try The Godfather, The Godfather Part II, GoodFellas and Casino.