The Godfather Part III, even if it turned out to be the film everyone wanted, would never have topped a full tilt Al Pacino trying to keep his family, and his business, in one piece — all the while still trying to go home a decent human being.
The Godfather Part II is the holy grail of sequels.
But if you’re returning to the franchise, you know where your bread is buttered.
If you’ve never seen these films, the whole trilogy will be available for your viewing.