How old was Marlon Brando in The Godfather?

When watching a memorable performance, one might wonder how old a celebrity was at the time. Knowing that can offer insight into their career stage and personal growth. Read on to find out the age that accompanied the spotlight.

The age of Marlon Brando while starring in The Godfather was:

47 years old

That number reflects the celebrity’s real age when the movie was made.

This age was calculated based on the beginning of the release year of The Godfather:

January 1, 1972

And the day in which Marlon Brando was born:

April 03, 1924

Given that most films are released within a year of production, the actual age of Marlon Brando during filming may have varied by one year from the shown age.