If you've ever wondered how a prospective Pope spends his free time, look no further. According to a close family member, the recently elected Pope Leo XIV enjoys activities just like many of us—playing games and watching movies during his downtime.
As we previously reported, Edward Berger's gripping papal thriller, Conclave, captivated audiences last year. Its "remarkably accurate" depiction of the papal election process even influenced some real-life religious leaders, including those who participated in this week's actual conclave to select a new Pope. Among them was Robert Francis Prevost, who has now been elected as Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV is a gamer, it turns out. Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images.
In a conversation with NBC, Pope Leo XIV's older brother, John Prevost, shared insights from their last talk before the appointment. They discussed their daily routine of playing word games like Wordle and Words with Friends together, revealing that Pope Leo XIV is indeed an avid gamer. John also inquired if his brother had watched the movie Conclave for any tips.
"He had just finished watching the movie Conclave," John revealed. "So he knew how to behave. So, it's that kind of stuff [that we talk about] — I just wanted to take his mind off of [the upcoming conclave]. Laugh about something."
Directed by Edward Berger, the BAFTA and Oscar-winning film *Conclave* delves into one of the world's most secretive and ancient events—the selection of a new Pope. The story follows Cardinal Lawrence (played by Ralph Fiennes), who oversees the covert process following the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. As the Catholic Church's most influential leaders gather from around the globe and are secluded within the Vatican, Cardinal Lawrence uncovers a conspiracy and a secret that could profoundly impact the Church's foundation.
