The Young Pope Season | 1

The Young Pope (2016) is a surreal, visually arresting drama that follows the early days of Lenny Belardo (Jude Law), the first American Pope in history. This 10-episode series, created by Paolo Sorrentino, masterfully blends high-stakes Vatican politics with a deeply personal character study of a man torn between radical conservatism and a hidden, painful past. The Plot: A Church in Upheaval

TITLE CARD: THE YOUNG POPE

Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5) Where to stream: HBO Max / Sky / NOW TV The Young Pope Season 1

• Lenny Abraham (Pope Pius XIII): Played by Jude Law, the protagonist of the show is a charismatic and confident leader who is not afraid to challenge the Church's traditions.
• Sister Giusta: Played by Diane Kruger, a German nun who becomes the Pope's confidante and advisor.
• Cardinal Tucho de Almeida: Played by Silvio Orlando, a conservative cardinal who opposes the Pope's reforms.
• Vatican Secretary of State: Played by Javier Cámara, a seasoned Vatican official who tries to keep the Pope in line with Church doctrine.