Pope Joan (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1972, Pope Joan is a drama and history film directed by Michael Anderson, running about 105 minutes. “Heresy ... or history ?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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’s in it. Pope Joan stars Liv Ullmann as Pope Joan, Olivia de Havilland as Mother Superior, Jeremy Kemp as Joan's Father and Franco Nero as Louis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Pope Joan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pope Joan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pope Joan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pope Joan (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pope Joan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pope Joan worth watching?
- Pope Joan holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pope Joan?
- Pope Joan stars Liv Ullmann, Olivia de Havilland, Jeremy Kemp, Franco Nero and Maximilian Schell.
- When was Pope Joan released?
- Pope Joan was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.