Saving Grace (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1986, Saving Grace is a comedy and drama film directed by Robert M. Young, running about 112 minutes. “Have you seen the Pope lately?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A newly-elected Pope Leo XIV finds himself accidentally locked out of the Vatican. Unknown to the outside world, he winds up in an impoverished Italian village, where his adventures ultimately teach the Pope and his new friends some important lessons about friendship and self-esteem. Written by Chris DeSantis
Who’s in it. Saving Grace stars Tom Conti as Pope Leo XIV, Fernando Rey as Cardinal Stefano Biondi, Erland Josephson as Monsignor Francesco Ghezzi and Giancarlo Giannini as Abalardi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Saving Grace has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $18.2K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Saving Grace page.
If you liked it. Fans of Saving Grace tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Saving Grace (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Saving Grace change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Saving Grace worth watching?
- Saving Grace holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Saving Grace?
- Saving Grace stars Tom Conti, Fernando Rey, Erland Josephson, Giancarlo Giannini and Donald Hewlett.
- When was Saving Grace released?
- Saving Grace was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.