Pope Joan
“Heresy ... or history ?”
Synopsis
Based on the medieval legend of Pope Joan, who was made Pope for a brief period around 855 A.D. The movie presents her existence as fact, though it is questionable that Pope Joan really did exist, and portrays her relationships with other notables of the time.
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Liv Ullmann
Pope Joan
Olivia de Havilland
Mother Superior
Jeremy Kemp
Joan's Father
Franco Nero
Louis
Maximilian Schell
Adrian
Lesley-Anne Down
Cecilia
Trevor Howard
Pope Leo
Keir Dullea
Dr. Stevens
Natasa Nicolescu
Joan's Mother
Sharon Winter
Joan as a Child
Margareta Pogonat
Village Woman
Richard Bebb
Lord of Manor
Peter Arne
Richard
Patrick Magee
Elder Monk
George Innes
Monk
Nigel Havers
Young Monk
Susan Macready
Sister Nunciata
Shelagh Wilcocks
Sister Louise
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 16, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Anderson
- Screenplay & Story
- John Briley
- Original Score
- Maurice Jarre
- Original Title
- Pope Joan
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Big City, Command Production Establishment, Roadshow Productions, Triple Eight Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Anderson
John Briley
Maurice Jarre
Billy Williams
Bill Lenny
John Briley, Daniel Unger, Leonard C. Lane, Kurt Unger
Department Leadership Roster
John Briley
Screenplay
Michael Anderson
Director
John Briley
Producer
Daniel Unger
Producer
Bill Lenny
Editor
Maurice Jarre
Original Music Composer
Kurt Unger
Producer
Billy Williams
Director of Photography
Hortensia Georgescu
Costume Design
Aureliu Ionescu
Production Design
Elizabeth Haffenden
Costume Design
Joan Bridge
Costume Design
Elliot Scott
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pope Joan
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pope Joan about?
Based on the medieval legend of Pope Joan, who was made Pope for a brief period around 855 A.D. The movie presents her existence as fact, though it is questionable that Pope Joan really did exist, and portrays her relationships with other notables of the time.
Who directed Pope Joan?
Pope Joan was directed by Michael Anderson.
Who stars in Pope Joan?
The principal cast of Pope Joan includes Liv Ullmann, Olivia de Havilland, Jeremy Kemp, Franco Nero, Maximilian Schell.
When was Pope Joan released and how long is it?
Pope Joan was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Pope Joan?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pope Joan was composed by Maurice Jarre.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pope Joan?
Pope Joan holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).