Direction: Francis Ford Coppola
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 32
The Godfather
1972 · Movie · 175 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Marlon Brando · Al Pacino · James Caan · Robert Duvall
Synopsis The Godfather (1972) chronicles the saga of a powerful 1940s New York crime family as they navigate the challenges of maintaining their criminal empire amidst shifting leadership. Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando), the patriarch and head of the family, faces a...
9.0
171K votes
9.0
171K votes
The Godfather: Part II
1974 · Movie · 200 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Al Pacino · Robert De Niro · Diane Keaton · Robert Duvall
Synopsis The Godfather: Part II (1974) delves into the ongoing chronicle of the Corleone family, as they expand their empire to Nevada and focus on the lucrative casino industry. Under the command of Michael, who becomes increasingly suspicious and ruthless, the...
8.9
136K votes
8.9
136K votes
Apocalypse Now
1979 · Movie · 153 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Martin Sheen · Marlon Brando · Robert Duvall · Frederic Forrest
Synopsis Apocalypse Now (1979) follows the journey of Captain Willard, a seasoned American officer during the Vietnam War, who is tasked with a perilous mission: to locate and eliminate Colonel Kurtz, a rogue commander who has descended into madness. Kurtz, accused...
8.2
105K votes
8.2
105K votes
The Godfather: Part III
1990 · Movie · 163 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Al Pacino · Diane Keaton · Talia Shire · Andy García
Synopsis The Godfather: Part III (1990) follows the story of Michael Corleone, now an elderly patriarch, as he strives to distance himself from the criminal empire he once ruled. His goal is to integrate the Corleone family's financial interests with the...
7.8
73K votes
7.8
73K votes
Bram Stoker's Dracula
1992 · Movie · 130 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Gary Oldman · Winona Ryder · Anthony Hopkins · Keanu Reeves
Synopsis Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) unfolds with a tragic tale set in 1462, where Elisabeta, the wife of Vlad Dracula, the ruler of Transylvania, takes her own life after mistakenly believing her husband has perished in battle against the Turks. Condemned...
7.6
86K votes
7.6
86K votes
The Conversation
1974 · Movie · 113 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Gene Hackman · John Cazale · Allen Garfield · Cindy Williams
Synopsis The Conversation (1974) centers around Harry Caul, a highly skilled surveillance expert renowned for his work in eavesdropping. He is contracted by a corporate executive to secretly record the discussions of two employees. Haunted by a past incident where his...
7.3
17K votes
7.3
17K votes
Rumble Fish
1983 · Movie · 94 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Matt Dillon · Mickey Rourke · Diane Lane · Dennis Hopper
Synopsis Rumble Fish (1983) follows Rusty James (Matt Dillon), a young man navigating the rough streets, who looks back on the glory days when his older sibling, The Motorcycle Boy (Mickey Rourke), led the local gang, the Packers. After The Motorcycle...
7.3
16K votes
7.3
16K votes
The Cotton Club
1984 · Movie · 128 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Richard Gere · Bob Hoskins · Diane Lane · Gregory Hines
Synopsis The Cotton Club (1984) is set in the vibrant Harlem of the 1920s, focusing on the renowned nightclub that bore its name. The narrative weaves together the lives of the club's patrons and operators, set against the backdrop of the...
6.9
10K votes
6.9
10K votes
The Outsiders
1983 · Movie · 88 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast C. Thomas Howell · Matt Dillon · Ralph Macchio · Diane Lane
Synopsis The Outsiders (1983) is a visually striking teen drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola, adapted from the acclaimed novel by S. E. Hinton. Set in 1960s Tulsa, the narrative revolves around two opposing groups: the affluent Socs and the disadvantaged...
6.8
13K votes
6.8
13K votes
New York Stories
1989 · Movie · 119 min. · United States
Direction Martin Scorsese · Francis Ford Coppola · Woody Allen
Cast Nick Nolte · Rosanna Arquette · Steve Buscemi · Patrick O'Neal
Synopsis New York Stories (1989) is an anthology film that weaves together three distinct narratives, each directed by a renowned filmmaker and set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City. The first tale, "Life Lessons," directed by Martin Scorsese, delves...
6.5
10K votes
6.5
10K votes
The Rain People
1969 · Movie · 102 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Shirley Knight · James Caan · Robert Duvall · Tom Aldredge
Synopsis The Rain People (1969) follows Natalie Ravenna (Shirley Knight), a Long Island housewife who, upon learning of her pregnancy, feels overwhelmed and decides to embark on a journey of self-discovery. She leaves her home and husband, seeking a different path...
6.5
1K votes
6.5
1K votes
The Rainmaker
1997 · Movie · 135 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Matt Damon · Danny DeVito · Claire Danes · Jon Voight
Synopsis The Rainmaker (1997) follows the journey of an elderly couple desperately seeking financial support for their critically ill son's life-saving surgery. Their hope rests on Rudy Baylor, a jobless attorney who takes on their case. As Rudy delves deeper into...
6.5
10K votes
6.5
10K votes
Faerie Tale Theatre (TV Series)
1982 · Series · 50 min. · United States
Direction Peter Medak · Gilbert Cates · Graeme Clifford · Robert Iscove
Cast Shelley Duvall · John Achorn · Patrick DeSantis · David McCharen
Synopsis Faerie Tale Theatre (TV Series) (1982) aired from 1982 to 1987, spanning 6 seasons and 27 episodes. During an era dominated by low-budget children's shows and product-driven cartoons, this series aimed to deliver top-tier, classic entertainment tailored for young audiences....
6.4
119 votes
6.4
119 votes
One From the Heart
1981 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Teri Garr · Frederic Forrest · Raul Julia · Nastassja Kinski
Synopsis One From the Heart (1981) is a unique musical drama directed by Francis Ford Coppola, set against the vibrant backdrop of Las Vegas. Filmed entirely at Coppola’s Zoetrope Studios, the narrative revolves around Frederic Forrest as Hank and Teri Garr...
6.4
3K votes
6.4
3K votes
Tucker: the Man and His Dream
1988 · Movie · 130 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Jeff Bridges · Joan Allen · Martin Landau · Frederic Forrest
Synopsis Tucker: the Man and His Dream (1988) is a biographical drama inspired by real events. In the aftermath of World War II, Preston Tucker, a visionary with ambitious plans, sets out to create what he believes will be the finest...
6.3
3K votes
6.3
3K votes
Peggy Sue Got Married
1986 · Movie · 103 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Kathleen Turner · Nicolas Cage · Barry Miller · Helen Hunt
Synopsis Peggy Sue Got Married (1986) presents a captivating twist on the classic Rip van Winkle narrative, directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The film centers around Peggy Sue Bodell (Kathleen Turner), a 43-year-old woman who, during her high school reunion, collapses...
5.9
7K votes
5.9
7K votes
Gardens of Stone
1987 · Movie · 111 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast James Caan · D.B. Sweeney · Anjelica Huston · James Earl Jones
Synopsis Gardens of Stone (1987) offers a poignant and perceptive exploration of military life in the United States during the Vietnam War era, focusing on the experiences at Fort Meyer and Arlington National Cemetery, often referred to as "the Garden." The...
5.8
2K votes
5.8
2K votes
Finian's Rainbow
1968 · Movie · 145 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Fred Astaire · Petula Clark · Tommy Steele · Keenan Wynn
Synopsis Finian's Rainbow (1968) follows the tale of a charismatic Irishman, Finian, and his lovely daughter Sharon, who settle in a small Southern town inhabited by sharecroppers. The town is home to a dreamer who aspires to make the community famous...
5.7
351 votes
5.7
351 votes
Tetro
2009 · Movie · 127 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Vincent Gallo · Alden Ehrenreich · Maribel Verdú · Klaus Maria Brandauer
Synopsis Tetro (2009) follows the journey of Bennie, a 17-year-old with a youthful and innocent demeanor, who travels to Buenos Aires in search of his older brother, who has been absent for over a decade. The family, originally from Italy, had...
5.7
4K votes
5.7
4K votes
Rip Van Winkle (Faerie Tale Theatre Series) (TV)
1987 · Movie · 49 min. · United States
Direction Francis Ford Coppola
Cast Harry Dean Stanton · Ed Begley Jr. · Tim Conway · Glenn Withrow
Synopsis Rip Van Winkle (Faerie Tale Theatre Series) (TV) (1987) presents a whimsical journey through time as Rip Van Winkle, portrayed by the legendary Harry Dean Stanton, awakens from a twenty-year slumber. Directed by the esteemed Francis Ford Coppola, this enchanting...
5.6
135 votes
5.6
135 votes