The Godfather to air on Rete 4 on August 9

The classic 1972 film "The Godfather," directed by Francis Ford Coppola, is scheduled to broadcast on the Italian television channel Rete 4 on Sunday, August 9, 2026.

Based on the novel by Mario Puzo, the film is set in post-war New York and follows the Corleone crime family. The story focuses on Don Vito Corleone, a powerful mafia boss, and the eventual rise of his son, Michael Corleone, following an assassination attempt on the patriarch. The film features a renowned cast including Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Robert Duvall, and Diane Keaton.

Historically, "The Godfather" was a major cinematic success, breaking box office records and winning three Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Marlon Brando, and Best Adapted Screenplay. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest films in cinema history.