Il Papa buono (2003) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 2003, Il Papa buono is a drame and histoire film directed by Ricky Tognazzi, running about 180 minutes.

What it’s about. Angelo Roncalli, born in Sotto Il Monte in 1881, is known for his profound spirituality as well as his extraordinary goodness from the young years of his life. When he feels a need to serve God, Angelo goes to study theology in Bergamo, and in Apollinare School (Rome) and becomes a priest. During his studies, he gets to know his two dearest friends, Mattia and Nicola. Very soon, most people see marvelous talents in him, including his wide knowledge and a constant readiness for sacrifice. The Holy See makes him go further to bishop and cardinal, and the Holy Father sends him to various places as a representative of the Church. When Pius XII dies on October, the 9th, 1958, 77 year-old Angelo goes to Rome, to conclave to choose a new pope. However, this time, it is him who hears gentle words of Jesus "Tu es Petrus!" ("You are Peter!") and from October, the 28th leads the church as pope John XXIII

Who’s in it. Il Papa buono stars Bob Hoskins as Angelo Roncalli / Pope John XXIII, Carlo Cecchi as Cardinal Mattia Carcano, Roberto Citran as Monsignor Loris Capovilla and Fabrizio Vidale as Angelo Roncalli (young), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Il Papa buono 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 Il Papa buono page.

If you liked it. Fans of Il Papa buono tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.