The Young Pope

Pope Pius XIII, formerly Lenny Belardo, faces challenges as he navigates the complexities of leading the Vatican, often going against traditional expectations.

Lenny prepares for his first public speech at St. Peter's, establishing key guidelines for its delivery. Meanwhile, Cardinal Spencer rejects an attempt at reconciliation.

Lenny's defiant inaugural speech provokes opposition within the Vatican, but also earns him a dedicated supporter.

Cardinal Secretary of State Voiello attempts to end Lenny's papacy by blackmailing Ester into seducing him.

Lenny spends a rare evening outside the Vatican with an old friend, seeking a moment of normalcy, while Voiello faces a moral dilemma when an unexpected opportunity arises.

Nine months after being elected pope, Lenny holds his first formal audience with the Italian prime minister, while Cardinal Dussolier implements a divisive and controversial decree within the Vatican.

Dussollier, burdened by guilt following a tragic event, returns to Honduras for reflection. As support for Lenny wanes, he begins to doubt the future of his papacy.

Pope Pius XIII, still grieving a recent personal tragedy, abruptly decides to travel to Africa, where he encounters a respected missionary whose presence provokes a complex emotional response.

Gutierrez feels discouraged after failing to uncover evidence against Cardinal Kurtwell, but a potential new witness offers a possible breakthrough.

Pope Pius XIII plans to make his first public appearance during a pastoral visit to Venice, but first he must address lingering personal and political conflicts.