Can't Wait for 'The Studio' S2? Watch This 95%-Rated Gem About the Making of 'The Godfather'

The Offer tells the story of how one of the greatest movies in history, The Godfather, was made and why it almost never happened.

Based on real events and told from an unexpected perspective, it will captivate not only fans of the original, but also anyone who appreciates a gripping drama about the difficult journey to achieving a dream.

What Is 'The Offer' About?

The story centers on the ambitious and aspiring producer, Albert Ruddy. Tired of producing cheap TV, he yearns for a breakthrough in the world of big-time cinema. When he comes across Mario Puzo's gangster novel The Godfather, Ruddy sees it as his life's work.

However, he faces a wall of misunderstanding. Paramount doubts the success of mafia films, no one believes the then-unknown Al Pacino is right for the leading role, and the real-life Italian mafia threatens to sabotage the film.

'The Offer' Is a Real Story of How 'The Godfather' Was Made – And It's No Less Gripping Than the Movie Itself

The Offer masterfully reveals just how fragile The Godfather's journey to the screen was.

It offers a panoramic view of the turbulent 1970s, covering everything from financial woes and a corrupt studio system to the direct involvement of the criminal underworld and star ambitions.

You'll be gripped by Ruddy's incredible risks and deceptions, from feeding the Mafia fake script pages to making ingenious casting decisions, just to get the movie released.

'The Offer' Is Full of Bright and Charismatic Characters You'll Fall in Love With

Miles Teller embodies the obsessive and vulnerable Albert Ruddy just perfectly. Matthew Goode is equally impressive as Robert Evans, the eccentric head of Paramount who combines dandyism, cynicism, and a genuine love of cinema.

Dan Fogler delivers a compelling and vibrant portrayal of the young, principled Francis Ford Coppola.

The supporting characters also deserve a special mention: Juno Temple's portrayal of Bettye embodies the spirit of '70s feminism, and the insecure Al Pacino and the irritating bureaucrat Barry Lapidus also add dimension and credibility to the story.

'The Offer' Provides an Inside Look at Every Stage of the Film's Production, From Casting to Marketing

The Offer covers every stage of filmmaking in detail without being tedious. You'll learn about the struggle to prove an idea's relevance, casting, the intricacies of on-set work, editing, and the final steps that define success: creating posters and trailers and choosing a release date.

You'll learn why a studio might intervene at the last minute and how politics, economics, and public opinion can affect a film's fate.

What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'The Offer'?

• The Offer has 57% from critics and 95% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.

• On IMDb, the series has a score of 8.6/10.

Where to Watch 'The Offer'?

The Offer is available to stream on Paramount+.