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Pope Joan

6.119721h 50mPGMovieDramaHistory

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.

DirectorMichael Anderson
WriterJohn Briley
ProducersKurt Unger·John Briley

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Cast · Directed by Michael Anderson

LULiv Ullmann
Liv Ullmann
Pope Joan
OHOlivia de Havilland
Olivia de Havilland
Mother Superior
JKJeremy Kemp
Jeremy Kemp
Joan's Father
FNFranco Nero
Franco Nero
Louis
MSMaximilian Schell
Maximilian Schell
Adrian
LDLesley-Anne Down
Lesley-Anne Down
Cecilia
THTrevor Howard
Trevor Howard
Pope Leo
KDKeir Dullea
Keir Dullea
Dr. Stevens
NN
Natasa Nicolescu
Joan's Mother
SW
Sharon Winter
Joan as a Child
MPMargareta Pogonat
Margareta Pogonat
Village Woman
RBRichard Bebb
Richard Bebb
Lord of Manor

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Pope Joan — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Pope Joan?

Pope Joan isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is Pope Joan on Netflix?

No, Pope Joan is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Pope Joan on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Pope Joan isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch Pope Joan for free?

Pope Joan isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Pope Joan?

Pope Joan hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around October 4, 1972. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.