The Offer
From Paramount Television Studios, THE OFFER is based on Oscar-winning producer Albert S. Ruddy's extraordinary, never-revealed experiences of making "The Godfather."
- Metascore48
- 2022-2022
- 1 season
- Paramount+
- Documentary, Suspense, Drama
- TV-MA
From Paramount Television Studios, THE OFFER is based on Oscar-winning producer Albert S. Ruddy's extraordinary, never-revealed experiences of making "The Godfather."
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2022
Episode 1
A Seat at the Table
Thu, Apr 28, 2022 68 mins
Al Ruddy is working as a programmer at the Rand Corporation but sees an opportunity to produce TV shows and movies. Mario Puzo is a struggling author whose wife gives him an idea to write a book on the Mafia. Joe Colombo is a rising crime boss. Their three worlds are about to collide.
Episode 2
Warning Shots
Thu, Apr 28, 2022 59 mins
With Francis Ford Coppola and Mario Puzo penning the script, Al Ruddy and Bettye McCartt confront an ever-growing list of opposition; Robert Evans and Barry Lapidus lock horns over the creative direction of Paramount Pictures.
Episode 3
Fade In
Thu, Apr 28, 2022 59 mins
Pressure mounts over the delivery of the script when Ruddy has a sit down with Colombo. Evans gets into hot water with Charlie Bluhdorn, who's interested in Bettye.
Episode 4
The Right Shade of Yellow
Thu, May 5, 2022 64 mins
With Marlon Brando and Al Pacino considered for leading roles in "The Godfather," Ruddy is faced with a variety of issues.
Episode 5
Kiss the Ring
Thu, May 12, 2022 51 mins
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.
Episode 6
A Stand Up Guy
Thu, May 19, 2022 51 mins
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 by collisions with Gulf and Western, Paramount and the Mafia.
Episode 7
Mr. Producer
Thu, May 26, 2022 52 mins
Dissatisfied with the footage, Barry Lapidus plans a potential coup as Ruddy attempts to save Coppola and Pacino's jobs. Carlo Gambino questions Colombo's leadership as he holds another Italian-American Civil Rights League rally.
Episode 8
Crossing That Line
Thu, Jun 2, 2022 53 mins
In the aftermath of the rally, Gallo threatens "The Godfather's" production budget as Ruddy struggles to protect the funding for Sicily. Evans spirals after the breakup of his marriage with Ali MacGraw, allowing Lapidus to capitalize.
Episode 9
It's Who We Are
Thu, Jun 9, 2022 69 mins
As production runs into challenges in Sicily, Ruddy leaves early to get Evans back on track. Coppola's vision for the edit is jeopardized by post-production disputes. Bettye thinks about her next move.
Episode 10
Brains and Balls
Thu, Jun 16, 2022 60 mins
"The Godfather" is released to rave reviews and box office records. Drama unfolds at the 45th Academy Awards.
