The papal conclave began meeting on Wednesday, May 7 to select a new pope. Viewers can stream the Oscar-winning 2024 film on this exact phenomenon while they wait.
After the untimely death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, over 130 cardinals began meeting on Wednesday to make their selection.
The 2016 book “Conclave,” written by Robert Harris was brought to the big screen in October 2024 and earned an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. Viewers who want to celebrate the future pope, want to see how accurate the movie is or just want to understand what is happening a little bit better, can stream the movie now. “Conclave” is available to stream on Prime Video and Apple TV+.
How can I watch “Conclave?”
The movie is available to stream on Prime Video for Prime members. It is also available to rent for $5.99 or to buy for $19.99. If you aren’t a member, Prime offers a free 30-day trial. You can sign up here. Amazon Prime is $14.99 a month after the free trial, or viewers can purchase an annual subscription for $139. If you want to stream just Prime Video on its own without being a Prime member, you can purchase a Prime Video subscription for $8.99 a month.
Although “Conclave” isn’t available as part of Apple TV+’s ready-to-stream library, viewers can purchase the film for $19.99 or rent it for $5.99. An Apple TV+ subscription is $9.99 per month but offers a seven-day free trial for new users.
What is “Conclave” about?
Based on the novel, Conclave stars Ralph Fiennes as Cardinal Thomas Lawrence, who is tasked with running the covert process of selecting a new pope. During the undertaking, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy and discovers a secret that could shake the very foundation of the church.
The cast also includes Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini.
It received eight nominations at the 97th Academy Awards and won for best adapted screenplay.