Emilio Barzini
| Emilio Barzini | |
|---|---|
Richard Conte portraying Emilio Barzini | |
| First appearance | The Godfather |
| Last appearance | The Godfather: The Game |
| Created by | Mario Puzo |
| Portrayed by | Richard Conte |
| In-universe information | |
| Nickname | The Wolf |
| Gender | Male |
| Title | Don |
| Occupation | Crime boss |
| Family | Barzini family |
| Children | Emilio Barzini, Jr. |
Emilio "The Wolf" Barzini is a fictional character and the main antagonist in Mario Puzo's 1969 novel The Godfather and in its 1972 film adaptation, in which he is portrayed by Richard Conte. The Barzini crime family was inspired by the Genovese crime family.