The early life and career of Vito Corleone in 1920s New York City is portrayed, while his son, Michael, expands and tightens his grip on the family crime syndicate. Director: Francis Ford Coppola Writers: Francis Ford Coppola (screenplay by), Mario Puzo (screenplay by) | 1 more credit » Stars: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall |