The Godfather 4: Legacy of the Family, a follow-up to the renowned mafia tale, has been announced by Paramount Pictures. The film, which was directed by Luca Guadagnino, a protégé of Francis Ford Coppola (Call Me by Your Name, Bones and All), aims to both explore new ground in the Corleone family’s history and preserve the essence of the original trilogy.

Sylvester Stallone, an icon in his own right, will star as Michael Corleone’s estranged cousin, Vittorio Mancini, a character whose involvement with the family was kept in the shadows until now. Stallone, known for his gritty performances in Rocky and Rambo, brings a fresh yet familiar energy to the Corleone saga. His character is described as a seasoned underworld figure grappling with the conflict between loyalty and ambition as he inherits control of the family’s fading empire.

The story picks up in the early 1990s, following the aftermath of Michael Corleone’s death. Mancini, summoned back to America, must navigate a perilous power vacuum while dealing with internal betrayal and external threats from new criminal factions. The narrative will also delve into the global influence of the mafia, from New York to Italy and beyond, exploring the modern complexities of organized crime.