Al Pacino Was Almost Fired From “The Godfather” | Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend

[@Sketchcook81]

It's nice seeing Al Pacino just kinda having a candid conversational interview, he's never really done a lot of this type of thing. I really enjoy Conan's new format.

[@buckwildchild]

Amazing to finally see

[@PauloBayabos]

Clearly you've never seen any of his guest appearances on Letterman. In those interviews he was a talker, a joker, and a riveting storyteller. Completely not the timid persona everyone seems to expect from him

[@jojojojojojojojojojojojob]

podcast is the best interview format. casual and no time limit(usually). it gets the best of the interviewee without being fake for tv.

[@AdamCate]

"new"...Conan started doing the podcast interviews 6 years ago

[@elizabethhanlon3969]

@@PauloBayabos

[@mehdijouay7999]

Wow. Not only is Conan making Al Pacino laugh but he's also making him talk!! Awesome!!!

[@florete2310]

Yeah. Al is cool. This podcast is pure magic

[@delataylor]

Right?! This makes me love him. Sorry, I never did before.

[@vic7939]

Al Pacino is a talker. De Niro is not.

[@TheKitchenerLeslie]

I've met him a bunch of times, he's actually a funny, personable guy. The first time he shakes your hand and says your name in that Pacino voice is something you never forget.

[@florete2310]

@@TheKitchenerLeslie Wow man - that I believe instantly💯👍

[@Coloradocrumble]

It warms my heart to see Al genuinely giggle, he deserves all of the happiness in the world.

[@JohnMcmillin-br8tk]

Why? It just strikes me as funny..why does he deserve all the happiness in the world? Fathering children in his eighties😂..because he spent most of his life rich and successful? I mean,seriously 😅

[@plaidpanda]

​@@JohnMcmillin-br8tk Why not?

[@Ryan79345]

All giggly and dewy like

[@Onigirli]

@@JohnMcmillin-br8tk In a just world, he would've been even MORE rich and successful. And that's final!

[@JohnMcmillin-br8tk]

@@Onigirli not much into idol worship,are you?

[@josephvanwyk2088]

I ENCOURAGE everyone to go back to those old films of young Al Pacino - the acting and story is phenomenal. All the stuff in his younger career in the 70s. Brilliant films.

[@KClouisville]

Definitely a distinct period for him in that he was allowed to show more variety in his characterizations. After And Justice For All and, especially, Scarface, he kind of became a "force of nature" actor....in that a booming personality takes over many of his roles.....similar thing happened to Jack Nicholson.

[@thinkplanetearth2946]

Just rewatched 'Serpico' (1973), and it still holds up.

[@ulybynature__17]

Serpico !

[@gerrydooley951]

gee, thanks Mr. Cinephile

[@leightnite3056]

"Dog day afternoon" is at the top my list!

[@StewChicken42]

Dude, there is something SO BADASS AND COOL about Al Pacino's simple conversational voice... 🔥👍🏽.

[@andymartin6471]

that's the first thing I noticed he didn't sound like a Al Pacino impression.

[@mikek43]

Right!? Kinda makes you hard

[@chrisarseneault5617]

Very soothing in a raspy way

[@shivsagarpm2593]

Conan, you are a magician. I never seen Al Pacino this confident & chilled in any interview. Absolutely, loved the conversation between two of my heroes❤❤❤.

[@Erilis000]

Yup, Pacino and Gourley

[@MiguelJuanez]

Seriously, me either! 🙌🏽

[@PauloBayabos]

Clearly you've never seen any of his guest appearances on Letterman. In those interviews he was a talker, a joker, and a riveting storyteller. Completely not the timid persona everyone seems to expect from him

[@shivsagar6405]

😂😂​@@Erilis000

[@nrjdohhg5]

I have this image of Al Pacino being someone untouchable, but he seems to be so down to earth... Connan really did it with that one! They need to have Paul McCartney or Helen Mirren on the show too! Great interview!

[@regina_filange2.0]

Yeah, I think of him as untouchable too. Conans my favorite, so to me this was absolutely amazing😊

[@1SmokedTurkey1]

I've never seen an interview of his. The contrast between the characters he plays and his genuine self is remarkable.

[@perry4697]

Technically Paul has done it! But not in the typical studio and I think it’s only available audio wise. They did it at an event with an audience. Still good stuff tho

[@balmorablue_]

@@perry4697 You can find footage of that podcast with synced audio here on KZbin. Pretty cool.

[@THETRIVIALTHINGS]

Imagine a movie so old that when it came out, Conan was a kid, and yet to this day, it's one of the best. That's high quality movie-making.

[@nitro_001newman2]

I’m glad to see Al Pacino’s mind is still sharp, and he still quick witted. This is the best interview I’ve seen of him. Conan is the perfect interviewer of him, not just because of his knowledge of him, but also his sense of humor blends well with Al’s.

[@ManChan-w5p]

No quivering.

[@lgt2529]

his humor blends with anyone

[@florete2310]

Absolute legend. Al Pacino got nothing handed to him; he went through all those struggles and became such a legend - and the most beautiful part: He retained his humble, down-to-earth demeanor. I wasn't aware of how tough his background actually was. That is pretty amazing; this episode definitely piqued my interest in reading that new book of his. Definitely going to give it a read👍

[@Apotheosis1113]

Imagine having a child at 80 years old

[@florete2310]

@@Apotheosis1113 It is probably rather difficult, I give you that. But in the end, it is the decision of his family... Could've been an honest bedroom accident (like a lot of us weren't planned at first), who knows. Tough decision...

[@vianadecapitanis]

Talking about background, in a very recent interview to the Italian TV - like days ago - he said "when I was around 10 or something, living in Little Italy, before go out my grandmother used to tell me "clean that dirty face, otherwise people will think you're Italian" - wow.

[@richardsanchez2339]

Conan interview skills are unmatched

[@gerrydooley951]

you gotta be kidding?

[@mikeb5664]

Howard Stern is unmatched. Yet Conan was one of his favorite interviews.

[@franklindurang]

Out of the late night host, I think Conan is the best interviewer. But Conan loves to talk, and the good of this format is that it is a Conversation between them, not so much an interview

[@gregoryent]

@@franklindurang Conan loves to talk and is very good at making conversation, but you'll notice that the more talkative guests he always lets speak. Other late night hosts do not understand that not all celebrities are cornucopias of interesting platitudes and intriguing stories. Some are boring, normal people who happen to be extremely good at acting/singing etc. Conan DOES understand this and that is why he is the best late night host. He can carry an interview on his back alone with good jokes, light hearted conversation, and it often warms up shyer celebs.

[@regina_filange2.0]

I agree. It doesn't all have to be a hard hitting, gritty conversation. Conan makes the guest comfortable, and brings in humor. So it feels like we're listening in on two fascinating people having a cup of coffee ❤

[@marianaree9967]

I never expected to see Al Pacino so relax and funny in and interview! He’s the coolest and Conan deserves a chef kiss for this epic episode !!!

[@bonzology322]

I realize I’ve never seen much of AL outside of his movies, he seems like a very down to earth person with a great sense of humor, certainly a cool hang

[@GameTime-yj6qv]

Love how Al Pacino gets Conan's humor. He is genuinely laughing outloud. Must be a thrill for Conan to make him laugh like that.

[@multiplepassions3694]

Al was genius and ballsy to play Michael so subtle and not over the top in the beginning of the movie. It made the transformation of Michael that much more impressive yet believable.

[@ericoliver1603]

well, time to watch it yet again for the 400th time

[@TerribleEnglish]

I disagree. I think he always looked like a potential badass, meaning the idea of Michael being innocent didn't come across as it was supposed to

[@multiplepassions3694]

@@TerribleEnglish ? That’s what i’m saying lol

[@TerribleEnglish]

@@multiplepassions3694 What? Michael is supposed to be innocent at the start. I'm saying he didn't come across that way, meaning the 'big transformation' didn't really work

[@drphot6050]

He did the same with Scarface another iconic character and film

[@arturlago-varjapetian3210]

Thank you all for this video. 20 years ago I was a poor undocumented construction worker from Armenia in Russia… today I make films and am pursuing my creative dream in America… never underestimate the power of our Universe to give you strength and luck to inspire others while fulfilling your own potential. And just for giggles, the first scene I ever did for my acting class was a scene from Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie? by Don Petersen. Thank you Mr. Pacino

[@ToTheTopwithCarlosNavarro]

You can tell Al didn’t know how funny Conan was. Love seeing him enjoy it!

[@jissanhuq3792]

Semi agree I’m sure he knew this would be enjoyable but nice to see it unravel

[@caezarcachero9713]

"Can I have some of that hamburger?" The timing is phenomenal 😂

[@GarryPye]

So lovely to see Pacino so comfortable, at ease and genuinely laughing. Love that man. And Conan is just the best. Im sitting here laughing along with everyone like Im part of the conversation.

[@SusanMRamos]

Al Pacino is one of the greatest actors of my generation. I was over joyed when he was recognized to receive the Oscar he most wholeheartedly deserved. God bless you, Mr. Pacino ❤❤

[@TheRealChetManley]

I've never seen Pacino this candid. This is a treasure.

[@PauloBayabos]

Clearly you've never seen any of his guest appearances on Letterman. In those interviews he was a talker, a joker, and a riveting storyteller. Completely not the timid persona everyone seems to expect from him

[@buffythehaterslayer6918]

Then you don't know who Pacino is...

[@buffythehaterslayer6918]

@@PauloBayabos Pacino is timid? Whatever you say...

[@markrussell0420]

That restaurant scene is so great. Man, he's been in so many iconic movies

[@RaySalas-j7l]

ahhh to have Al Pacino giggling, you are the man Conan

[@Woozlewuzzleable]

Feels like this is his farewell tour on the talkshow and podcast circuit. He still never phones it in a movie role for a paycheck even though he could if he wanted to, probably because he's just such a passionate person. He's truly a living legend but seems like a humble and down to earth guy.

[@jrrd4069]

You've clearly never seen Jack and Jill.

[@Woozlewuzzleable]

@@jrrd4069 It was a bad movie but he still didn't phone it in with his performance.

[@jrrd4069]

@@Woozlewuzzleable He literally danced for a Dunkin Donuts commercial. It's OK we're all human.

[@Woozlewuzzleable]

@@jrrd4069 Yeah because that was in the script....that passive aggressiveness sounds familiar. Is that you mom?

[@jrrd4069]

@@Woozlewuzzleable No one's being passive aggressive he had a terrible role that's it no need to bring your mother into this internet discussion.

[@jefryaye1017]

I love that everyone is just listening to him not wanting to disturb. God the stories he would tell

[@mechanik]

I'm so happy Al Pacino is doing so well, he's still so sharp and funny, long may it continue

[@22maestro]

Al Pacino is one of my favorite actors of all time. His voice is one of the most fascinating in the industry. His voice has changed so dramatically over the course of his life. Even now he sounds different.

[@AbcDino843]

People should watch "The Offer", a miniseries on Paramount depicting the making of The Godfather. The casting is excellent and it depicts all these events in detail.

[@sarahsrappa]

So glad to see him so well and sharp at 84 years old. What a life! He is so down Earth and a legend! Al ❤

[@stephendye672]

I’ve never been jealous of Conan O’Brien until I saw this interview. Only interviewed Al Pacino and got to have a real conversation with him, he made him laugh so hard. You’re one of the greats, Pacino.

[@MarrafaProjects]

True story, one year on Christmas Eve my wife got upset with me for not going to celebrate with her family, and I didn't even see my family. I stayed home alone and watched three films in a row. ‘The Godfather’ was one of the best Christmases I've ever had. Thank you for sharing that great actor Al Pacino.

[@CRM380]

Funny you mention that. The Godfather is a movie I still watch faithfully around Christmas time as well.

[@buckwildchild]

Best Conan interview ever! Never seen Conan so sincere and humble❤

[@elemental9039]

I don't think I've ever seen Al Pacino laugh this genuinely ever (except when he's acting of course). It really takes a true master of his art i.e. Conan to pull off such an amazing interview. This is history folks, right in front of our eyes. Enjoy!

[@abbysweat9202]

I am totally with Conan, that one scene where Michael turns and you see it going through his mind and out his mouth, that's just the whole point of The Godfather for me. The performance is just genius. And the look on his face when he says "it's not personal Sonny, it's strictly business" is the one that pops in my head any time I think of him.

[@boogiedownbronx73]

WOW never seen Al Pacino laugh so much and being relaxed....Well done team Conan

[@frankeckhardtii9072]

I can't express how cool this is! I know some younger folks will pass on this one. But it's so refreshing to see him loosened up and having fun. Especially to those of us who have been watching him since we were youngins.

[@steve-real]

It always amazes me how different actors are from the roles they play. He is truly a master of the arts.

[@bhengcorales6667]

I watched the 2 uploaded videos of AL PACINO’S interview repeatedly and it gives me the good vibes every time. I hope you could upload the entire interview

[@rangers11ization]

It's always crazy to me that the actors who seem the most humble are always the ones who bring the most intensity to the screen.Daniel Day Lewis became a cobbler when he retired😂😂

[@paulferranti8536]

I saw Al Pacino live in “Hughie” , a Eugene O’Neil play at The Long Wharf Theater in New Haven,Ct. It was essentially a one character play, and I was sitting 6 feet away from Al in this small theater. It was pretty awesome.

[@davidnavarro4821]

Didn’t expect someone of Al Pacino’s caliber to do a play in a small theater! That’s wholesome!

[@ManChan-w5p]

It wasn't "Long Day's Journey into Night"?

[@regina_filange2.0]

My celeb idol interviewing his celeb idol. Feels like magic✨️

[@alpenglow4243]

I can’t imagine The Godfather without Al Pacino as Michael. His performance was spot on.

[@SAVikingSA]

It's amazing seeing the contrast in De Niro and Pacino in their old age. Some go gracefully, I guess.

[@fletchermunson6225]

I was in the Navy when the novel The Godfather came out. I was so hypnotized by that book I hid during the day to read it and stayed up at night late until I finished it. A masterpiece. From that masterpiece came another.

[@ManChan-w5p]

Mario Puzo wrote the screenplay.

[@shawngregory1429]

For such a big star Al’s always been known to be a pleasant guy.

[@jonathangan1987]

Masterclass podcast. Legends on CONAF. Awesome podcast. De Niro, Clint, Redford, Freeman, Scorsese, Mirren and Dolly next!

[@thedarkknight2221]

The whole story of the making of The Godfather is AS legendary as the film itself.

[@richorichards4655]

Most octogenarians are pretty friggin cool if you get to know them, but no one is this charismatic at any age. Some people were just born to be movie stars.

[@epsipsychpt]

This podcast format is wonderful, Conan is absolutely delightful.

[@dcore64]

God what a career this guy has had. From top to bottom just amazing. Tears running down my face thinking how lucky i have been to witness it. Thank you Mr. Pacino! You're the greatest. Conan. Pretty damn amazing yourself buddy. Cheers fellas, this was an awesome exchange.

[@SirMo]

All these years later Godfather is still my favorite film.

[@daniel.j9062]

Not only Pacino is Conan O'Briens' favorite, but Pacino to sit down with Conan and so relaxed and comfortable shows he loves the crazy Irish Man too without a doubt!!

[@matildabanana3516]

He comes across as very humble. Now I get why I haven’t seen many interviews with him, and I totally get why he favors Conan. Humble geniuses attract.

[@diannemose244]

From Serpico, Panic in Needle Park, to Spector, such a versatile actor thanks for sharing your talent Mr Pacino

[@ManChan-w5p]

Forgot Revolution 1985.

[@lawrencerinehart5747]

He's A Down To Earth Yet Standout Person. One Of The Greatest Actors Known.... With Theater, Film & Television.... He's Never Lost The Fire For It.

[@MushyPeas-q4k]

Ok, ok…this interview had me smiling from ear to ear. You never see him do anything like this! So chill, so relaxed, laughing, everyone having a good time, the respect, the awe, Well done Conan and team!

[@tomada36]

91st and Broadway to Greenwich Village is a HUGE walk, and he did it in reverse too. That's probably about 10 miles r/t

[@Moekoffee2001]

This is an offer I couldn’t refuse

[@migostakeoff5292]

Normally Al isn't the best at interviews but this is the best I've ever seen him be. Great job Conan!

[@HS2ND]

This should rank among the best of Conan.

[@Octavian-Dan]

I never saw Al Pacino talking so much

[@negydimenziosember]

Conan makes Pacino happy which makes Conan happy so he makes Pacino enjoy the moment and laugh even more so Conan feels like he died and in heaven so Pacino is happy

[@Jordan-ln9rp]

7:35 Great horse impression out of nowhere.

[@brandonmills9577]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@ThatsOnYoutube]

This was an amazing podcast - the return of the Luxe Bidet ad!!

[@BopBeef]

You can really see with this interview, conan was such a fan and know a lot about al pacino.. and really respected to just wait let al tell a story

[@Fireman9ify]

Great interview, Al Pacino is a legend, its nice to see the real man

[@janeltranmer2284]

I still can't believe this is happening. Last night I watched the "hopeful" Al Pacino's friendship with Conan. It blew my mind so hard I could not comment. This, tonight, was beautiful. The juxtaposition of the studio not getting it and wanting him gone, and the moment when Mr. Pacino says to himself, "I want out" at the same time due to their lack of patience and vision, is everything to every artist, and everything to every employee, really. Mr. Pacino, thank you. What a lovely, honest interview. Thank you, again. Conan, you lucky bastard. Love you, Conan.

[@jeffbraaton4096]

It's enjoyable to watch Al Pacino relaxed and loose, these are great stories.

[@RTSOB1]

I have my well-worn copy of Pacino's Searching for Richard that I return to time and again, for its passion, for his skills and his genuine love of Shakespeare and the author's character development. But mostly I return because I just love being with Al. For all his fame, he feels to me like an old high school buddy and he's telling me about this deuce coupe he's working on.

[@eduardodiaz2649]

I met him and Beverly D’Angelo after we were the last to leave the restaurant on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He was filming the Insider at the time. Earlier I had a nice conversation at bar with Russell Crowe. My girlfriend at the time knew I had the good fortune to run into a celebrities. Anyway, she egged me on to approach which I did… I said good evening Mr. Pacino and Ms. D’Angelo. I said to Al I have a great story about us. He stopped and said to we know each other? I said know. He said, well, tell me this story. At the time, I was barely 40. We ended talking for a half hour in the parking lot. He and Beverly could not have been nicer and wanted to know how Chilean went from Chile to New York to Mississippi

[@thebl4ckd0g]

Al Pacino is an American icon and an amazing actor. Also seems like such a down to Earth, humble dude. :)

[@ocben2184]

The greatest acting performances ever! Brando and Al. No one has even come close to the brilliance of those two actos in the god father

[@louisg3598]

I had the good fortune to have worked with him on a film & he was very nice & professional. One of our greats.

[@aprilkepler1702]

Al Pacino's voice, when raised, has always unnerved me. I think I'll read his book.

[@katieorjonikidze-casey6516]

Thank you so much, great interview 😘

[@jeffreybryson1075]

I haven’t read any comments here, so I don’t know whether this has been said already. But for those of you who aren’t experienced with his seventies films, seeing Dog Day Afternoon should be a priority. The late, great director of that film said that he’d never witnessed a greater acting performance. Long before I ever knew that he thought that I’d already reached the place in my long, film-watching history that there was no greater performance I’d ever seen. It’s nothing short of a tour de force.

[@ManChan-w5p]

Sidney Lumet.

[@tomkvideo]

Everyone is happy to see Conan and Al Pacino make each other laugh. But as someone who's listened to Matt Gourley's I Was There Too podcast. I can imagine him just vibrating in his seat getting to be on a podcast with Al Pacino.

[@danwalsh4190]

The Offer is a good miniseries that shows how chaotic it was to make The Godfather. It was impressive how the producers, director, crew, editors and actors were able to pull everything together to make one of the greatest movies of all time.

[@Edmond347]

What a fantastic interview. Wow.

[@bennybonilla2864]

That thumbnail says “I farted, so what?” Lol

[@skoo-j4j]

what an amazing piece of broadcasting. thank you!

[@YodatheHobbit]

I didn't expect to see Al enjoying himself so much, as much as any of Conan's old SNL friends.

[@IPlayOneOnT.V.]

Those knobs making "The Godfather" didn't want Brando in the movie either. I loved Pacino in "Serpico" and "Donnie Brasco."

[@Onda-v1t]

Great stuff! Al Pacino's performance in The Godfather was my favourite when I saw it in the 70s.

[@EliInSpace]

Great pod! It totally looks better without the giant headphones. Gorley is committed to them lol

[@rquader]

One of the best interviews

[@hobowithawaterpistol9070]

That was great to see Conan making him laugh so hard! These are great stories! Al Pacino has always praised and revered John Cazale! He said he learned so much from him!

[@cadegarrettmusic]

“Christopher Walken, bad Mechanic!”💀

[@CoconutsGlow]

Something about Pacino having a great time and Coco just killing him with laughs. Great times we live in.

[@FrankThom]

Excellent Conan! Great interview!

[@KandiiLoverr]

MY GOAT. the best actor ever! ❤️‍🔥

[@dougdoug9268]

THE GREATEST MOTION PICTURE MOVIE OF ALL TIME

[@aimorygraham1126]

Al pachino is one of my favorite actors ever 👑

[@kelownatechkid]

This is amazing stuff :o don't see Pacino give interviews like this every day!

[@drphot6050]

What a pleasure to see this clip… I’m definitely going to check out Al’s book. Also, this has to be the most silent Sona has ever been while working in a long time lol

[@asdpoi121]

Pacino on Conan, made my day!! Will go back this time n again.

[@HelenaRego-w7g]

Al is so old now, but he was a tour de force. God bless you for all your work. Glad hes still alive

[@ethan073]

I’m glad Al joined Conan for this. Great stories 😊

[@cpresto2]

Conan yelling at Al Pacino "Don't yell at me!" made me die laughing

[@gmartin167]

"The Kid Stays In The Picture"

[@ManChan-w5p]

Robert Evans.