Pope Pius XII (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2010, Pope Pius XII is a drama, history and documentary film directed by Christian Duguay, running about 213 minutes. “Under The Roman Sky” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Rome, 1943. The city is occupied by the Nazis. The lives of thousands of Jews are in danger, and in Vatican City, a neutral state within the borders of Rome, Pope Pius XII is struggling to save the city from hunger and destruction.
Who’s in it. Pope Pius XII stars James Cromwell as Pope Pius XII, Alessandra Mastronardi as Miriam, Elena Arvigo as Ester Levi and Ken Duken as Hauptmann von Goedel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Pope Pius XII has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pope Pius XII page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pope Pius XII tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pope Pius XII (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pope Pius XII change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pope Pius XII worth watching?
- Pope Pius XII holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pope Pius XII?
- Pope Pius XII stars James Cromwell, Alessandra Mastronardi, Elena Arvigo, Ken Duken and Mathias Herrmann.
- When was Pope Pius XII released?
- Pope Pius XII was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 213 minutes.