Secrets of the Conclave(2025)
Featuring unseen footage and with exclusive access to the Vatican, this is the inside story of the papal conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV, told by the cardinals who were there.
Secrets of the Conclave Synopsis
Following the death of Pope Francis, 135 cardinals enter the Vatican in total secrecy to pray, maneuver, and vote among themselves as both electors and candidates in an ancient ritual that determines the future of the Catholic Church.
Secrets of the Conclave (2025) is a documentary film directed by Elena Mortelliti, released on December 22, 2025 with a runtime of 59m. It stars Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle, Leo XIV, Timothy Radcliffe, O. P. and Cardinal Vincent Nichols. Viewers rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Elena Mortelliti
- Production:
- WAG Entertainment, Stand By Me
- Status:
- Released
Secrets of the Conclave Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle
Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle
as Self
Leo XIV
as Self
- Timothy Radcliffe, O. P.
Timothy Radcliffe, O. P.
as Self
- Cardinal Vincent Nichols
Cardinal Vincent Nichols
as Self
- Roberto Gualtieri
Roberto Gualtieri
as Self
- Cardinal Blaise Cupich
Cardinal Blaise Cupich
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Elena Mortelliti.
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Secrets of the Conclave Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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Secrets of the Conclave – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Secrets of the Conclave online?
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Secrets of the Conclave (2025) is available to stream on Curiosity Stream. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Secrets of the Conclave?
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The main cast of Secrets of the Conclave (2025) includes Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle, Leo XIV, Timothy Radcliffe, O. P., Cardinal Vincent Nichols and Roberto Gualtieri. The film was directed by Elena Mortelliti. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Secrets of the Conclave released?
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Secrets of the Conclave was released on December 22, 2025 and runs for 59m.
Is Secrets of the Conclave worth watching?
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Secrets of the Conclave (2025) holds an average rating of 8.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.