TV series

The Offer

Name: The Offer
Released: 2022
Cast: Miles Teller, Matthew Goode, Dan Fogler, Burn Gorman, Colin Hanks

2022· 1 seasonTV-MA★ 8.0Ended

On Paramount+ — From DXD Films · The White Mountain Company

The greatest movie almost never made.

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Synopsis

Oscar-winning producer Al Ruddy’s never before revealed experiences of making the iconic 1972 film The Godfather that Francis Ford Coppola directed and adapted with Mario Puzo.

Themes

based on true story godfather filmmaking entertainment industry

Episodes

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E1 A Seat at the TableNext upApr 28, 2022 · 69 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
After ditching his job at the Rand Corporation for a shot in Hollywood, Al Ruddy wins the job to produce Mario Puzo’s bestselling novel, “The Godfather” for Paramount Pictures. Joe Colombo, a rising crime boss in the New York City Mafia, has a darker fate in mind for the picture.
Guest stars: Lola Glaudini (Candida Donadio), Billy Magnussen (Robert Redford), Derek Richardson (Mitch Kaufman), Victoria Garcia-Kelleher (Erika Puzo), Kyle S. More (Bernie Fein), Sal Landi (Joe Bonnano), Marcelo Tubert (Dominic Magnolia), Matthew Salvatore Furfaro (Anthony / Punk)
E2 Warning ShotsApr 28, 2022 · 60 min · ★ 7.1
Synopsis
With Francis Ford Coppola and Mario Puzo penning the script, Al Ruddy and Bettye McCartt confront an ever-growing list of opposition to “The Godfather” including Frank Sinatra, LA Gangster Mickey Cohen, and the Colombo led Italian-American Civil Rights League. Meanwhile, Robert Evans and Gulf & Western’s Barry Lapidus lock horns over the creative direction of Paramount Pictures.
Guest stars: Michael Landes (Vic Damone), Ross McCall (Special Agent Moran), Kirk Acevedo (Special Agent Hale), Louis Mandylor (Mickey Cohen), Nathan Peterson, Ron Roggé (Jilly Rizzo), Ted Monte (Anthony Coniglio), Corrin Evans (Amy)
E3 Fade InApr 28, 2022 · 59 min · ★ 8.1
Synopsis
Pressure mounts for the scripts’ delivery after Ruddy is forced to sit down with Joe Colombo and Evans finds himself navigating hot waters with Gulf & Western’s CEO Charlie Bluhdorn. Meanwhile, Bluhdorn takes an interest in Bettye.
Guest stars: Mimi Gianopulos (Sue Mengers), Patrick Labyorteaux (Murray Miller), Johnno Wilson (Bartender), Corey Landis (Stan Kamen), Nora Arnezeder (Françoise Glaser), Joe Marinelli (Peter Lovano), James Madio (Carmine Vispiciano), Danny Nucci (Congressman Mario Biaggi)
E4 The Right Shade of YellowMay 5, 2022 · 64 min · ★ 8.0
Synopsis
With Marlon Brando and Al Pacino in contention for leading roles in “The Godfather,” Ruddy is caught in the line of fire between Evans and Coppola and must pick a side. After gaining Joe Colombo’s support, Ruddy gets an uncomfortable glimpse of his new friend’s loyalty. The rising stakes surrounding “The Godfather” continues to strain Ruddy’s relationship with Francoise.
Guest stars: Nora Arnezeder (Françoise Glaser), Joe Marinelli (Peter Lovano), Duncan Bravo (Dr. Karam Singh), Mark Atteberry (Bill Thompson), Justin Chambers (Marlon Brando), James Madio (Carmine Vispiciano), Danny Nucci (Congressman Mario Biaggi), Stephanie Koenig (Andrea Eastman)
E5 Kiss the RingMay 12, 2022 · 52 min · ★ 8.1
Synopsis
Ruddy and Bettye combat logistical nightmares with principal photography quickly approaching. As the Mob continues to ingrain itself in the making of the film, tensions rise between Colombo and notorious hot head Crazy Joe Gallo.
Guest stars: Justin Chambers (Marlon Brando), James Madio (Carmine Vispiciano), Danny Nucci (Congressman Mario Biaggi), Stephanie Koenig (Andrea Eastman), Emil Beheshti (Surveyor #1), Charlie Heydt (Jim Aubrey), Brian S. Carpenter (Italian League Reporter #2), Dawn Joyal (Anna Johnstone)
E6 A Stand Up GuyMay 19, 2022 · 52 min · ★ 8.2
Synopsis
Ruddy deals with the fallout from the disastrous press conference while Evans creates a plan to save Paramount. Bettye takes action as the first day of filming is compromised due to collisions with Gulf & Western, Paramount, and the Mafia.
Guest stars: Frank John Hughes (Frank Sinatra), Carmine Giovinazzo (Sonny Grosso), Michael Gandolfini (Andy Calhoun), Turhan Troy Caylak (Richard 'Dickie' Dunston), Maya Butler (Diane Keaton), Aaron Alonso (Gaffer), Anthony Gruppuso (Mafia Soldier), Andrew Pickwood (Tea Room Waiter)
E7 Mr. ProducerMay 26, 2022 · 52 min · ★ 8.6
Synopsis
Dissatisfied with the footage, Barry Lapidus orchestrates a potential coup as Ruddy initiates a bold plan to save both Coppola's and Pacino’s jobs. Crime boss Carlo Gambino questions Colombo’s leadership as he holds another large Italian-American Civil Rights League rally.
Guest stars: Justin Chambers (Marlon Brando), Paul McCrane (Jack Ballard), Geoffrey Arend (Aram Avakian), Aimee Carrero (Rosie Molina), Derek Magyar (Robert Duvall), Max Bennett (Mob Butcher), John Mariano (Anthony Spirachio), Lynn Adrianna (Madolina Colombo)
E8 Crossing the LineJun 2, 2022 · 54 min · ★ 8.1
Synopsis
In the bloody aftermath of the Italian-American Civil Rights League rally, Gallo threatens “The Godfather’s” production budget as Ruddy struggles to protect the funding for Sicily. Evans continues to spiral after the breakup of his marriage with Ali MacGraw, allowing Barry Lapidus to capitalize.
Guest stars: Justin Chambers (Marlon Brando), Anthony Skordi (Carlo Gambino), Michael Rispoli (Tommy Lucchese), Joseph Russo (Joe Gallo), Derrick Baskin (Leroy 'Nicky' Barnes), Matthew Gottlieb (Phillip 'Benny Squint' Lombardo), Branden Williams (Gianni Russo), Zack Schor (Fred Gallo)
E9 It’s Who We AreJun 9, 2022 · 70 min · ★ 7.2
Synopsis
As the production contends with the challenges of filming in Sicily, Ruddy leaves early to help get Evans back on track. Post-production disputes with Lapidus threaten Coppola’s vision for the edit and Bettye starts to think about her next move.
Guest stars: Jake Cannavale (Caesar Romano), Lou Ferrigno (Lenny Montana), Eric Balfour (Dean Tavoularis), T.J. Thyne (Gordy Willis), Vito D'Ambrosio (Italian Man), Juan Antonio Bolivar (Corleone Waiter), Jonathan Biver (Marketing Executive #1), Joseph Vassallo (Saro Vitelli)
E10 Brains and BallsJun 16, 2022 · 60 min · ★ 8.2
Synopsis
“The Godfather” is released to rave reviews and box office records. Drama unfolds at the 45th Academy Awards.
Guest stars: Meredith Garretson (Ali MacGraw), Patrick Gallo (Mario Puzo), Annie Funke (Sheila), Brandon Sklenar (Burt Reynolds), Josh Zuckerman (Peter Bart), Erin Coker (Premiere Reporter #1), Charlie Farrell (Reporter with Puzo), Jean-Christophe Febbrari (Jean Leon)