New Pope Saw 'Conclave' Film, Plays Games Ahead of Vote

Ever curious about how prospective Popes spend their free time? The newly elected Pope Leo XIV enjoys gaming and watching movies just like the rest of us, according to a close family member.

As we recently reported, Edward Berger's gripping papal thriller Conclave captivated audiences last year with its strikingly authentic depiction of papal elections - so accurate that real-life cardinals, including the newly elected Pope Leo XIV (born Robert Francis Prevost), reportedly consulted it during this week's historic conclave.

In an interview with NBC, the Pope's brother John Prevost shared insights from their final conversation before the papal election. Between discussions about their daily Wordle and Words With Friends matches (yes, Pope Leo XIV is an avid gamer), John asked if his brother had watched Conclave for guidance.

"He *had* just finished watching the movie Conclave," Provost revealed. "So he understood the protocol. Our conversations were lighthearted - I simply wanted to distract him from the upcoming conclave with some laughter."

The BAFTA and Oscar-winning Conclave, directed by Edward Berger, dramatizes one of history's most secretive traditions - papal succession. When Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) oversees the election following a Pope's sudden death, he uncovers a dangerous conspiracy among the world's most powerful Catholic leaders confined within Vatican walls - a revelation threatening the Church's foundations.