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Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story (1999): Cast

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Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story is a 1999 crime drama directed by Michel Poulette, starring Bruce Ramsay as Joseph Bonanno (Ages 35-61), Zachary Bennett and Tony Nardi. It runs 2 hours 50 minutes.

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Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story (1999) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 50m (170 min)
Director
Michel Poulette
Genres
Crime , Romance , Drama , Family
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story About?

The premise of Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story without spoilers.

A deep dive into the heart and mind of the Mafia, chronicling the true life of Joseph Bonanno. It traces his humble beginnings in Italy, his migration to the United States, and his ascent to a powerful crime boss, detailing the pivotal moments that shaped his notorious American empire.

Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story Themes & Keywords

· 5 tags
  • based on real person
  • mafia
  • crime boss
  • based on book
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story Cast & Characters

Bruce Ramsay leads the cast as Joseph Bonanno (Ages 35-61), with Zachary Bennett as Bill Bonanno and Tony Nardi as Salvatore Bonanno. Directed by Michel Poulette; 34 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story

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From the director

More from Michel Poulette

More films directed by Michel Poulette: Serialized, Brace for Impact, Swept Under and Kept Woman.

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Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story.

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Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “Bonanno: La historia del padrino” and “Nejmladsí kmotr”.

Also known as
  • Bonanno: La historia del padrino
  • Nejmladsí kmotr
  • Bonanno: The Youngest Godfather
  • Bonanno: Egy keresztapa élete
  • Opowiesc o Ojcu Chrzestnym
  • Family: The Life and Times of Joseph Bonanno
  • The Family
  • The Youngest Godfather
  • Bonanno - La storia di un Padrino
  • Bonanno. El poder de la mafia
  • Bonanno L'histoire d'un parrain
  • Бонано
+1 more
  • Nejmladší kmotr

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Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story?

Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story runs 2 hours 50 minutes (170 minutes).

When was Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story released?

Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story was released on July 25, 1999.

Who directed Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story?

Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story was directed by Michel Poulette.

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Who is in the cast of Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story?

Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story stars Bruce Ramsay as Joseph Bonanno (Ages 35-61), Zachary Bennett as Bill Bonanno and Tony Nardi as Salvatore Bonanno, among 34 credited actors.

Does Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story have a post-credit scene?

No. Bonanno: A Godfather’s Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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