Pope Plays Games, Watches 'Conclave' Film Pre-Conclave

Ever curious about how a future Pope spends his free time? Look no further - the newly elected Pope Leo XIV enjoys gaming and movie nights just like regular folks, according to a family insider.

As we recently covered, Edward Berger's gripping papal drama Conclave became a cultural phenomenon last year. The film's startlingly authentic depiction of papal elections even influenced some real-life cardinals during this week's historic conclave - including the now-Pope Leo XIV himself.

In an interview with NBC, the Pontiff's brother John Prevost shared their final conversation before the papal election. Between daily Wordle sessions and Words with Friends matches (yes, the Pope is an avid gamer), the brothers discussed whether the future Leo XIV had prepared by watching Conclave.

"He had actually just finished watching Conclave," Prevost revealed. "So he knew exactly how to carry himself. We talked about normal things - I just wanted to distract him from the upcoming conclave. Share some laughs."

From acclaimed director Edward Berger, the BAFTA and Oscar-winning Conclave pulls back the curtain on one of humanity's most mysterious rituals - electing a new Pope. When the beloved Pontiff dies unexpectedly, Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) must oversee the secretive election. As the Church's most powerful leaders gather under lock and key, Lawrence uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to destroy the Vatican's very foundations.