Karol: The Pope, The Man (2006): movie guide

What is Karol: The Pope, The Man about?

This highly acclaimed feature film on Pope John Paul II was filmed on location in Italy and Poland. Focusing on the papacy of John Paul and the tremendous impact he had on the Church and the world, Karol: The Pope, The Man stars actor Piotr Adamczyk in a deeply moving portrayal of the beloved pontiff. It is the powerful true story of a charismatic spiritual leader who helped bring down Communism, renewed the life of the Church, greatly impacted youth worldwide with love for Christ, and a Pope who reached out to other religions and world leaders with a message of peace and love. Also stars Raoul Bova (Saint Francis), Michele Placido (Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth) and Adriana Asti as Mother Teresa. The beautiful film score is by legendary film composer Ennio Morricone.

Cast highlights

Karol: The Pope, The Man features Piotr Adamczyk, Dariusz Kwaśnik, Michele Placido, Dariusz Kwaśnik, Alberto Cracco, Adriana Asti. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 2006-02-27. Runtime: 155 minutes. TMDB score: 6.3/10 (61 votes). Genres: Drama, History. Original language: it. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is Karol: The Pope, The Man?

Karol: The Pope, The Man is listed as Drama, History on TMDB.

How long is Karol: The Pope, The Man?

Karol: The Pope, The Man runs about 155 minutes.

Who stars in Karol: The Pope, The Man?

Cast highlights include Piotr Adamczyk, Dariusz Kwaśnik, Michele Placido, Dariusz Kwaśnik, Alberto Cracco, Adriana Asti.