Who doesn’t love franchises? I know that I do. Even more so, when you are watching movie franchises or even specific genres, you almost start to wonder where they rank among the other films. Because of this, I have decided to take a deep dive into franchises, genres, and even reality TV shows and rank them in the order of which I prefer them. 

Of course, rankings spark conversation because often times one person’s rankings vary from another person’s rankings. Although that may be the case, don’t be throwing stones at these rankings; maybe discuss where you think I may have it wrong. I love the idea of great conversation, especially in the film and TV space. So let’s dive into the rankings and sound off in the comments. 

‘The Godfather’ Movies Ranked

3. The Godfather Part III

As Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) ages, he finds that being the head of the Corleone crime family isn’t getting any easier. He wants his family out of the Mafia, but the mob kingpin (Eli Wallach) isn’t eager to let one of the most powerful and wealthy families go legit. Making matters even worse is Michael’s nephew, Vincent (Andy Garcia). Not only does Vincent want a piece of the Corleone family’s criminal empire, but he also wants Michael’s daughter, Mary (Sofia Coppola).

2. The Godfather Part II

The compelling sequel to “The Godfather,” contrasting the life of Corleone father and son. Traces the problems of Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) in 1958 and that of a young immigrant Vito Corleone (Robert De Niro) in 1917’s Hell’s Kitchen. Michael survives many misfortunes and Vito is introduced to a life of crime.

1. The Godfather

Widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, this mob drama, based on Mario Puzo’s novel of the same name, focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). When the don’s youngest son, Michael (Al Pacino), reluctantly joins the Mafia, he becomes involved in the inevitable cycle of violence and betrayal. Although Michael tries to maintain a normal relationship with his wife, Kay (Diane Keaton), he is drawn deeper into the family business.