description The New Pope Overview
The New Pope is a nine-episode drama series continuing the story established in *The Young Pope*. Jude Law returns as Pope Pius XIII alongside John Malkovich as Pope John Paul III, exploring themes within the Vatican. The production involved multiple European companies including Apartment Pictures and Wildside.
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Do I need to watch The Young Pope before The New Pope?
Yes, *The New Pope* is a direct continuation of the 2016 HBO series *The Young Pope*. To understand the complex storyline surrounding Pope Pius XIII, it is highly recommended to watch the original series first.
Who is the new pope in The New Pope?
John Malkovich stars as Sir John Brannox, who is elected to the papacy and takes the name Pope John Paul III. He ascends to the role after Pope Pius XIII, played by Jude Law, falls into a coma.
Who directed The New Pope?
The nine-episode series was created and directed by Italian filmmaker Paolo Sorrentino. Sorrentino also directed the predecessor series, *The Young Pope*, bringing his distinct visual style to the Vatican drama.
What network aired The New Pope?
The series is a co-production involving HBO, Sky Atlantic, and Canal+. It aired on these premium networks in the United States and Europe in early 2020.
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