The Untold Chronicles of Al Capone - The Real Scarface & The Mob Documentary

Telling Historical Stories

Discover the untold story behind Al Capone’s rise to notoriety and the powerful forces that led to his eventual downfall. Journey with us from his early years in Brooklyn, where young Alphonse Gabriel Capone first dipped into the criminal underworld, to his violent initiation into infamy at Harvard Inn, earning him the nickname "Scarface." Understand how Capone's alliances with mentors like Frankie Yale and Johnny Torrio catapulted him into the heart of New York's criminal empire before he made his strategic move to Chicago.

Witness the formation of Capone's criminal dynasty during Prohibition, where his transformation from a mere boxing promoter to the kingpin of the Chicago Outfit is nothing short of riveting. We'll uncover the brutal tactics he employed during the 1924 Cicero municipal elections, painting a vivid picture of a man who stopped at nothing to secure his power. Dive deep into the infamous St. Valentine’s Day Massacre and explore the complex web of political and social relationships that allowed Capone to maintain his iron grip on Chicago's underworld.

Finally, unravel the innovative legal maneuvers orchestrated by Assistant Attorney General Mabel Walker Willebrand that brought Capone to justice. We'll break down the relentless efforts of the IRS, led by Frank J. Wilson, and the legendary Eliot Ness and his Untouchables, who dismantled Capone’s empire piece by piece. From his courtroom battles to his tragic decline in Alcatraz, we shed light on the final chapters of Capone's life, presenting a comprehensive portrait of one of history's most infamous gangsters.