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Conclave Review (2024) — 81% Celluloid Score

Directed by Edward Berger · 2024 ·

Short answer

Is Conclave worth watching?

Yes. Conclave (2024) earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (93%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%). See the 4 inputs.

81%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

93% Editorial Rating
86% Audience snapshot · excluded
79 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.8
7.4 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 0m
Age rating
PG (US) · 12A (UK) · U/A 13+ (India) · 13+ (Indonesia) · PG (Australia)
Cast
Ralph Fiennes , Stanley Tucci , John Lithgow , Isabella Rossellini , Lucian Msamati , Carlos Diehz , Sergio Castellitto , Brían F. O'Byrne
Streaming
Starz
Language
English

Also known as Cónclave Konklave 教皇選挙 콘클라베 秘密会议 秘密會議 Konsey Mật Nghị Vatican

Where to watch

  • Starz

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Where to watch Conclave by country

Country Streaming on
India Prime Video
Indonesia Catchplay
Japan Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu
South Korea Disney+
Turkey TV+
United States Starz

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (93/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (86%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (79/100).
  • Celluloid Score 81% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, thriller pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Conclave worth watching?

    Yes — Conclave earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, thriller pick. Read our full review (3.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Edward Berger turns a papal election into a locked-room procedural, with Ralph Fiennes playing doubt as a full-time occupation.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (93%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (86%).

    What is Conclave about?

    After the unexpected death of the Pope, Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with managing the covert and ancient ritual of electing a new one. Sequestered in the Vatican with the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders until the process is complete, Lawrence finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could lead to its downfall.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Conclave

    Conclave (2024) Review: Papal Politics as Page-Turner

    Conclave turns a papal election into a gripping locked-room thriller, with Ralph Fiennes superb as the cardinal running it. Its late turns are less convincing.

    Yes, with reservations. It is a handsome, well-acted Vatican thriller that suits fans of talky political drama, as long as they accept a plot that leans on contrivance.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Conclave: frequently asked questions

    Is Conclave worth watching?

    Yes. Conclave (2024) has a Celluloid Score of 81%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Conclave?

    In the United States, Conclave streams on Starz with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Catchplay in Indonesia; Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu in Japan; Disney+ in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Conclave?

    Conclave runs 2 hours (120 minutes).

    What is Conclave rated?

    Conclave is rated PG in the United States, 12A in the UK, U/A 13+ in India, 13+ in Indonesia and PG in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Conclave?

    Conclave is directed by Edward Berger and stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini, Lucian Msamati.

    What is the Metascore for Conclave?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Conclave is 79 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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