Episodes

1. The Rise of the Pope

Go back 2,000 years to see how the papacy and Catholicism spread throughout Europe.

2. The Resignation of Benedict XVI

The challenge of balancing spiritual and worldly interests changes as papal authority grows.

3. The Price of Progress

As the pope's temporal power and political influence grows, so does corruption in the church.

4. A Church Divided

The power of the papacy is questioned, splintering what was once a universal church.

5. The Wartime Popes

Wartime popes navigate their place as a spiritual leader in an increasingly political world.

6. Courage, Change, & the Modern Papacy

Pope John Paul II turns an ancient institution into the modern papacy we know today.

Overview

A six part docuseries that explores how 12 apostles became 1.2 billion Catholics today and goes inside the Vatican to reveal the true power held by popes throughout the ages.

Details

Genres

Documentary

Language

EN

First Air Date

2018-03-11

Seasons

1

Episodes

6

Available On

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Cast

Alexandru Aldea

Liam Neeson

Mark Galbraith