Holy Shit, "Conclave" Streaming Through the Roof Post-Pope Francis's Demise!
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Skyrocketing online audience for 'Conclave' series - Exploding Streaming Figures for "Conclave"
Pope Francis's kicking the bucket on April 21 has suddenly made Edward Berger's (55) film, "Conclave," alarmingly relevant. This Academy Award winner at the Oscars back in March is seeing some wild streaming numbers with the upcoming elections for a new Pope.
According to fucking Variety, views for "Conclave" have skyrocketed almost 300%, now clocking in at nearly seven million minutes watched. Shockingly, it's not to be found in many countries' subscription or flat-rate models, even in Germany. It's only available for rent or purchase on popular streaming platforms within the country, with prices ranging from 3.99 to 5.99 euros (rental) and 11.99 to 16.99 euros (purchase).
"Fucking Conclave" takes you on a not-so-subtle ride behind the closed gates of the Sistine Chapel in Rome, where the real-life election of a new Pope is set to begin. You'll be on the edge of your seat for suspenseful voting scenes, undercover chats, and some sinister political maneuvering.
Not only "Conclave," but "The Two Popes" is also a hit
Another film is riding a wave of popularity, according to Variety, "The Two Popes," a 2019 drama starring Jonathan Pryce as Pope Francis and Anthony Hopkins as Pope Benedict. The viewership increased by over 400%, but in raw numbers, that only amounts to roughly 1.5 million streamed minutes. The film, directed by Fernando Meirelles, focuses on the transition from Pope Benedict to Pope Francis, and is available on Netflix with a subscription.
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Why the fuck is "Conclave" popular?
The explosion in streaming for "Conclave" after Pope Francis's death can be attributed to several factors:
- Relevance and Timeliness: "Conclave" provides a dramatized yet educational glimpse into the process of electing a new pontiff, a process that immediately becomes topical with a pope's death. With cardinals set to convene for a conclave to choose the next Pope, viewers are desperate to learn about this sacred and somewhat mysterious process.
- Increased Interest in Vatican Matters: Pope Francis's passing triggers a spike in public interest in all things Vatican, particularly movies that peel back the layers of the Catholic Church. "Conclave" offers a rare look at the conclave process, drawing viewers curious to know more about how the Church selects its next spiritual head.
- Media and Cultural Impact: The surge in interest for "Conclave" and another related film, "The Two Popes," reflects how major events can send viewership numbers soaring for movies that are even peripherally related. This happens as news coverage and cultural discussions surrounding Pope Francis's death likely shone a spotlight on these films, sparking curiosity and prompting viewers to tune in.
- The surge in popularity for Edward Berger's Oscar-winning film, "Conclave," can be attributed to the death of Pope Francis, as it offers an educational and timely glimpse into the process of electing a new pontiff.
- Views for "Conclave" have skyrocketed after Pope Francis's death, with streaming numbers almost tripling, reaching nearly seven million minutes watched.
- Not only "Conclave," but another film, "The Two Popes," starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, and John Lithgow, is also experiencing increased viewership, reflecting the increased interest in Vatican matters following the death of Pope Francis.
- The media and cultural impact of major events, such as the death of a Pope, can have a significant effect on viewership numbers, as news coverage and cultural discussions surrounding the event likely shine a spotlight on related movies, sparking curiosity and prompting viewers to tune in.
