The Pope Must Die (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1991, The Pope Must Die is a comedy film directed by Peter Richardson, running about 96 minutes. “Our Father who art in trouble...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A less-than-qualified and far-from-perfect priest is mistakenly named the new pope. As the pontiff, he must deal with Vatican corruption, the Mob and the reappearance of his old lover.
Who’s in it. The Pope Must Die stars Robbie Coltrane as Albinizi, The Pope, Beverly D'Angelo as Veronica Dante, Alex Rocco as Cardinal Rocco and Adrian Edmondson as Father Rookie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Pope Must Die has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pope Must Die page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pope Must Die tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pope Must Die (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pope Must Die change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pope Must Die worth watching?
- The Pope Must Die holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pope Must Die?
- The Pope Must Die stars Robbie Coltrane, Beverly D'Angelo, Alex Rocco, Adrian Edmondson and Paul Bartel.
- When was The Pope Must Die released?
- The Pope Must Die was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.