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The Shoes of the Fisherman (1968)

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In a last desperate effort to prevent World War III, a secret meeting is arranged. One man is called upon to succeed where all the world leaders have failed. That man was once a prisoner in a Russian labor camp. He is now the Pope.

All eyes focus on the Vatican, watching for the traditional puffs of white smoke that signal the election of the next Pope. This time much more is at stake. The new pontiff may be the only person who can bring peace to a world on the brink of nuclear nightmare.

Cast & Crew

Director
Michael Anderson
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    Kiril Lakota Anthony Quinn
  • Profile picture of Laurence Olivier
    Piotr Ilyich Kamenev Laurence Olivier
  • Profile picture of Oskar Werner
    Fr. David Telemond Oskar Werner
  • Profile picture of David Janssen
    George Faber David Janssen
  • Profile picture of Vittorio De Sica
    Cardinal Rinaldi Vittorio De Sica
  • Profile picture of Leo McKern
    Cardinal Leone Leo McKern
  • Profile picture of John Gielgud
    The Elder pope John Gielgud
  • Profile picture of Barbara Jefford
    Dr. Ruth Faber Barbara Jefford

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