In Pakistan, as of April 23rd, following the passing of Pope Francis at the age of 88, there has been a significant surge in the number of streams for the movie “Conclave.” People are watching this 2024 Academy Award-winning suspense film to gain insight into the mysterious procedure involved in selecting his successor.
The film featuring Ralph Fiennes illustrates the process of Vatican cardinals choosing a new pope following a papal demise. As reported by Variety, there was an increase of 283% in viewership within a single day, amounting to 6.9 million minutes watched the day after the pope’s death.
Based on Robert Harris’ novel, Conclave boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini. The movie received accolades such as winning the award for Best Adapted Screenplay and garnered a total of eight Academy Award nominations. You can stream it at no cost on Amazon Prime Video right now.
In the meantime, Netflix’s “The Two Popes” experienced a dramatic surge in viewership, increasing by 417%. With Catholics anticipating the selection of a new pope, movies such as this one are aiding numerous individuals in delving into the seldom-explored realm of Vatican customs and internal conflicts.
