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Streaming Surges for Vatican-Themed Films After Pope Francis’s Death

Global interest in the papal election process fuels massive viewership spikes for 'Conclave' and 'The Two Popes' as the Vatican confirms funeral and conclave dates.

Pope Franciss death on Monday has resulted in an increase of people watching the 2024 film Conclave from home
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Overview

  • Pope Francis died on April 21 at age 88 from a stroke and subsequent heart failure, with his funeral set for April 26 in St. Peter's Square.
  • Streaming viewership for the Oscar-winning film 'Conclave' rose 283%, reaching 6.9 million minutes on April 21, according to Luminate data.
  • Netflix's 'The Two Popes,' a biographical drama about Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis, saw a 417% spike in viewership the same day.
  • The Vatican has announced that the papal conclave to elect Francis's successor will convene from May 6 to May 11, following consultations among cardinals.
  • While 'Conclave' portrays the secrecy and rituals of the papal election, experts note its dramatization of political scheming goes beyond reality.