Conclave (2024) Review

Is Conclave worth watching?

Yes — Conclave is worth watching, with a 93% Critic Score and 86% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 82% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (79), Letterboxd (3.8/5), and IMDb (7.4/10).

Directed by Edward Berger, Conclave runs 120 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “Conclave review”, “is Conclave worth watching”, and related discovery queries from United Kingdom.

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.

Critics consensus: Edward Berger turns a papal election into a locked-room procedural, with Ralph Fiennes playing doubt as a full-time occupation. The film stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini, Lucian Msamati, and others.

Should you watch Conclave tonight?

Yes — prioritize Conclave tonight if you want a proven drama with lasting rewatch value. At 120 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.

Where can I watch Conclave?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Conclave (2024) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt20215234. Explore more from United Kingdom on our country hub or browse drama films.