The Two Popes
“Inspired by true events.”
Synopsis
Frustrated with the direction of the church, Cardinal Bergoglio requests permission to retire in 2012 from Pope Benedict. Instead, facing scandal and self-doubt, the introspective Pope Benedict summons his harshest critic and future successor to Rome to reveal a secret that would shake the foundations of the Catholic Church.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Type: Trailer • Published 2019-11-05
Top Cast
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Jonathan Pryce
Jorge Bergoglio / Pope Francis
Anthony Hopkins
Joseph Ratzinger / Pope Benedict XVI
Juan Minujín
Young Jorge Bergoglio
Luis Gnecco
Cardinal Hummes
Cristina Banegas
Lisabetta
María Ucedo
Esther Ballestrine
Renato Scarpa
Camerlengo
Sidney Cole
Cardinal Turkson
Achille Brugnini
Cardinal Martini
Federico Torre
Protodeacon Estevez
Germán de Silva
Father Yorio
Lisandro Fiks
Father Jalics
Libero De Rienzo
Roberto
Willie Jonah
Cardinal Arinze
Vincent Riotta
Driver
Martina Sammarco
Gandolfo Nun
Guido Losantos
Father Pepe
Nicola Acunzo
Papal Gardener
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 23 DaysSão Paulo International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 27, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 20, 2019
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$233K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fernando Meirelles
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthony McCarten
- Original Score
- Bryce Dessner
- Original Title
- The Two Popes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, Spanish, French, English, Italian, Latin, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Worldwide Gross
- $233K
- Production Studios
- Rideback
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fernando Meirelles
Anthony McCarten
Bryce Dessner
César Charlone
Fernando Stutz
Mark Bauch, Leticia Cristi, Diego Robino, Dan Lin, Tracey Seaward
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Tildesley
Production Design
Leticia Cristi
Producer
Fernando Meirelles
Director
Dan Lin
Producer
Fernando Stutz
Editor
César Charlone
Director of Photography
Tracey Seaward
Producer
Bryce Dessner
Original Music Composer
Jonathan Eirich
Producer
Anthony McCarten
Writer
Beatriz De Benedetto
Costume Design
Luca Canfora
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Two Popes
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What is The Two Popes about?
Frustrated with the direction of the church, Cardinal Bergoglio requests permission to retire in 2012 from Pope Benedict. Instead, facing scandal and self-doubt, the introspective Pope Benedict summons his harshest critic and future successor to Rome to reveal a secret that would shake the foundations of the Catholic Church.
Who directed The Two Popes?
The Two Popes was directed by Fernando Meirelles.
Who stars in The Two Popes?
The principal cast of The Two Popes includes Jonathan Pryce, Anthony Hopkins, Juan Minujín, Luis Gnecco, Cristina Banegas.
When was The Two Popes released and how long is it?
The Two Popes was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
How much did The Two Popes make at the box office?
The Two Popes grossed $233K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Two Popes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Two Popes was composed by Bryce Dessner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Two Popes?
The Two Popes holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).