Pope John XXIII (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2002, Pope John XXIII is a history film directed by Giorgio Capitani, running about 208 minutes.
What it’s about. This is a two-part Italian television mini-series directed by Giorgio Capitani and broadcasted in April 2002 on Rai Uno. It is the life story of Pope John XXIII, nicknamed "the good Pope".
Who’s in it. Pope John XXIII stars Ed Asner as Angelo Roncalli, Massimo Ghini as Angelo Roncalli giovane, Claude Rich as Cardinal Ottaviani and Michael Mendl as Tardini, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Pope John XXIII 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 John XXIII page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pope John XXIII tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pope John XXIII (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pope John XXIII change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pope John XXIII worth watching?
- Pope John XXIII holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pope John XXIII?
- Pope John XXIII stars Ed Asner, Massimo Ghini, Claude Rich, Michael Mendl and Franco Interlenghi.
- When was Pope John XXIII released?
- Pope John XXIII was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 208 minutes.