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CNET
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNET
How to Stream Conclave: Yes, the New Pope Has Seen the Movie Too
If you were a member of the College of Cardinals, and a new movie came out about the process whereby you and your fellow Cardinals elect a new pope, wouldn't you watch it? Yes, yes, you likely would. And so too has the new pope, Pope Leo XIV, who was elevated to the papacy on Thursday, the first American pope ever. The new pope, formerly known as Robert Prevost, who was born in Chicago, has seen Conclave, the 2024 film about a fictional papal election. His brother John Prevost of New Lenox, Illinois, told NBC Chicago that his brother has indeed watched the film -- and also shared that the pope plays Wordle, Words with Friends, and roots for the Chicago White Sox. Read more: Hey Wordle Players, the New Pope Is One of Us Prevost was elected on Thursday on the second day of the papal conclave, a heavily traditional event that's at the heart of the Conclave movie Even before Prevost was chosen, a report from Politico confirmed that some of the real-life Cardinals had seen the film. The site reports that a cleric involved in the real papal conclave said of the cardinals, "Some have watched it in the cinema." And now we know the new pope was one of them. The movie is fiction, but based on fact Directed by Edward Berger (All Quiet on the Western Front), Conclave centers on the election of a new pope after the reigning pope's sudden death. Ralph Fiennes leads a powerhouse cast as a cardinal who finds himself at the center of a conspiracy during the papal election. John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini and Stanley Tucci all deliver memorable performances. Based on a book by Robert Harris (Enigma, The Ghost), Conclave draws from real-life Vatican tradition, but cranks up the drama for entertainment value. The secrecy, the symbolism, the power struggles -- they're all rooted in truth, but the film leans into betrayals, high-stakes revelations and a jaw-dropping twist. In reality, the election of a pope is a solemn, procedural affair. In Conclave, it's a powder keg of political intrigue and personal secrets -- less about incense and prayer, more about shadows and suspense. It's obviously not a documentary, but that's what makes it gripping. Here's all the info on where to stream Conclave. Where to watch Conclave Streaming: Amazon Prime Video : You can now stream Conclave for free as long as you're a Prime subscriber. Rental and purchase: Concave is a highly acclaimed film, having been nominated for eight Academy Awards, winning one -- for best adapted screenplay. Conclave currently holds a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 7.4/10 on IMDb. You can also read the 2016 novel by Robert Harris, which has been out almost a decade, and is likely to be in your library or available in used and new bookstores near you. Harris was inspired to write the novel after watching the news coverage of the 2013 conclave, which elected the late Pope Francis. Whether you're interested in the intricacies of Vatican politics or just want to enjoy a gripping thriller, Conclave is a timely and engaging watch or read. And as a viewer, you'll be in good company, right up there with Pope Leo XIV.
Digital Trends
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
Cardinals are actually watching Conclave for advice on how to pick the new pope
Whoever doesn't believe that life imitates art should talk to the Catholic cardinals participating in the conclave to determine the next pope. After the death of Pope Francis last month, the Catholic Church must elect a new pope. Therefore, 133 cardinals have arrived in Vatican City to participate in the papal conclave beginning on May 7. It marks the fourth conclave since 1978. Recommended Videos Considering the conclave rarely happens, the cardinals might need some guidance on what to expect. The late Pope Francis appointed the majority of the cardinals in Rome for the conclave, meaning they did not participate in the election of 2013. Luckily, these cardinals can turn to Hollywood for instructions. Per Politico, some cardinals have watched Conclave — the 2024 slow-burn thriller about a fictional papal election — for advice. 'Some have watched it in the cinema,' a religious leader admitted in the report. Conclave is based on Robert Harris' 2015 novel of the same name. The events in Conclave are fictional. However, several aspects of the papal election — including the seclusion of the cardinals from the public and the burning of the ballots — are accurate. After the death of the current pontiff, the College of Cardinals convenes in Vatican City to elect a new pope. The stoic Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with managing the conclave. Right before the doors are sealed, Lawrence learns about a potential scandal involving one of the frontrunners to become the next pope. Lawrence must also make a quick decision on the unannounced arrival of a mysterious cardinal. Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Carlos Diehz, Lucian Msamati, Brían F. O'Byrne, Merab Ninidze, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini also star. Directed by Edward Berger and written by Peter Straughan, Conclave received mostly positive reviews and grossed over $119 million worldwide. Nominated for eight Oscars, including Best Picture, Conclave won Best Adapted Screenplay. Conclave is now streaming on Prime Video.
