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Pope Joan

2009·Movie
2h 29min

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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Pope Joan fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Romance6
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, a real life story, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

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About

A 9th century woman of English extraction born in the German city of Ingelheim disguises herself as a man and rises through the Vatican ranks.
Historical DramaBiographical FictionFemale EmpowermentReligious IntrigueSocial Commentary9th Century EuropeVatican PoliticsGender IdentityEpic Scope

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Pope Joan

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Where can I stream Pope Joan legally?

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Is Pope Joan worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Pope Joan rated?

ViolenceSexual content

Content advisories: violence and sexual content.

How long is Pope Joan?

2 h 29 min

Pope Joan runs 2 h 29 min.

Is Pope Joan based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Pope Joan in?

EnglishGermanLatin

It was made in English, with some German, Latin. Produced in Germany, Italy, Morocco, Spain.

In how many countries can I watch Pope Joan?

30ARATAUBOBRCHCLCOCRDEDKDOECFI+16

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pope Joan in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Pope Joan use?

Off with His Head!Child by RapeHorny VikingsBecause You Were Nice to MeSnake Oil SalesmanThe EmperorExact WordsGood ShepherdCalling the Old Man OutKlingon PromotionWould Harm a ChildSole Survivorand 138 more

TV Tropes lists 150 storytelling tropes for Pope Joan, including Off with His Head!, Child by Rape, Horny Vikings.