Francis Ford Coppola announces plans for a third installment in The Godfather series to continue the saga of the Corleone family.
Initial pre-production work begins, including script writing and casting preparations, for The Godfather Part III.
Major cast members including Al Pacino, Diane Keaton, and Andy Garcia are confirmed for their roles in The Godfather Part III.
Principal photography starts for The Godfather Part III film.
The Godfather Part III is released to theaters worldwide, completing the saga of the Corleone family.
The movie receives several Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director for Francis Ford Coppola.
Michael Corleone attempts to legitimize the Corleone family's business empire, seeking to distance the family from crime and violence.
Vincent Mancini, Sonny Corleone's illegitimate son, enters the scene and begins to take an active role in the family.
Michael negotiates to invest the Corleone family fortune in a major Vatican real estate deal to diversify and legitimize their assets.
Several assassination attempts are made on Michael and his family. Internal conflicts intensify between traditional crime methods and new legitimate business ventures.
Vincent proves himself as a loyal protector and enforcer for the family, gaining Michael's trust.
Michael confronts betrayal from within his business and family, leading to tragic consequences including the death of his daughter Mary.
The film culminates in a violent confrontation at the Palermo opera house, resulting in significant losses and marking the end of Michael's reign.
