Even before his first day as leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis was a notable pontiff. He was the first pope from the Americas, and the first in almost 600 years to succeed a pope who stepped down (rather than die), as Benedict XVI did in 2013.

The most recent pontiff inspired several documentaries about his life and travels, but there are fictionalized stories to enjoy as well.{ai:summary}Pope Francis made history as the first pope from the Americas and the first in nearly 600 years to succeed a pope who resigned, following Benedict XVI in 2013. His election marked a significant moment for the Catholic Church and its global representation. #religion

Pope Francis in movies, from A Man of His Word to Conclave

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