Pope Pius XII
ActingPope Pius XII Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Pope Pius XII reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Pope Pius XII's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 47% of Pope Pius XII's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Mystery of Padre Pio, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Pope Pius XII Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pope Pius XII's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Pope Pius XII has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Pope Pius XII and the Holocaust | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Cinecittà, de Mussolini à la Dolce Vita | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Hesburgh | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Mystery of Padre Pio | Himself (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Man Nobody Knew: In Search of My Father, CIA Spymaster William Colby | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Pink Wall | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Grace Kelly: The American Princess | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Genocide | Self (archive footage) (as The Pope) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | La Rabbia | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Benito Mussolini: Anatomy of a Dictator | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Tu es Pierre | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Embezzled Heaven | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | It's Always Fair Weather | Pope Pius XII (archive footage) (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Immortal City | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Statues Also Die | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Story of the Pope | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | The Conclave and Election of Pope Pius XII | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Pope Pius XII - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pope Pius XII?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pope Pius XII is "The Mystery of Padre Pio" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Pope Pius XII acted in?
Pope Pius XII has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pope Pius XII?
Other notable films include "Genocide", "Cinecittà, de Mussolini à la Dolce Vita", and "Hesburgh".