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Pope Joan (1972)

PG · 1972-08-16 · 1h 45m · EN
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Based on the medieval legend of Pope Joan, who was made Pope for a brief period around 855 A.D. The movie presents her existence as fact, though it is questionable that Pope Joan really did exist, and portrays her relationships with other notables of the time.

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Michael AndersonDirector

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Liv UllmannLiv UllmannPope JoanOlivia de HavillandOlivia de HavillandMother SuperiorJeremy KempJeremy KempJoan's FatherFranco NeroFranco NeroLouisMaximilian SchellMaximilian SchellAdrianLesley-Anne DownLesley-Anne DownCeciliaTrevor HowardTrevor HowardPope LeoKeir DulleaKeir DulleaDr. StevensNatasa NicolescuNatasa NicolescuJoan's MotherSharon WinterSharon WinterJoan as a ChildMargareta PogonatMargareta PogonatVillage WomanRichard BebbRichard BebbLord of Manor

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ReligionHistoricalPope9th century

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Genre affinityDrama · HistoryTheme affinityReligion · Historical · PopeDialogue densityDramaDirector preference140174Actor preference112459 · 159423 · 206319Country preferenceGb

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Frequently asked questions about Pope Joan

What is Pope Joan about?

Based on the medieval legend of Pope Joan, who was made Pope for a brief period around 855 A.D. The movie presents her existence as fact, though it is questionable that Pope Joan really did exist, and portrays her relationships with other notables of the time.

How long is Pope Joan?

Pope Joan has a runtime of 105 minutes.