The Godson (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 3.1
Released in 1998, The Godson is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Bob Hoge, running about 100 minutes. “Some wise guys aren't so smart!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After the death of his older brother, Guiseppe "the guppy" Calzone becomes head of the Calzone Mob family. His aging father knows his son is not cut out for the job, so he sends him to "Mafia University". The head of a rival Mafia Family sees this as an opportunity to strike and bring the Calzone Family to its knees. Surrounded by danger, double-crossing and pasta.
Who’s in it. The Godson stars Rodney Dangerfield as The Rodfather, Kevin McDonald as Guppy Calzone, Dom DeLuise as The Oddfather and Fabiana Udenio as Don Na, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.1/10, The Godson has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Godson page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Godson tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Godson (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Godson change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Godson worth watching?
- The Godson holds an audience score of 3.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Godson?
- The Godson stars Rodney Dangerfield, Kevin McDonald, Dom DeLuise, Fabiana Udenio and Lou Ferrigno.