Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb5.5/10
8 audience votes
Key crew
- John BrileyScreenplay
- Michael AndersonDirector
- Maurice JarreOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Liv UllmannPope Joan
- Olivia de HavillandMother Superior
- Jeremy KempJoan's Father
- Franco NeroLouis
- Maximilian SchellAdrian
- Lesley-Anne DownCecilia
- Trevor HowardPope Leo
- Keir DulleaDr. Stevens
- Natasa NicolescuJoan's Mother
- Sharon WinterJoan as a Child
- Margareta PogonatVillage Woman
- Richard BebbLord of Manor
Stills
Themes
popereligionhistorical9th century