The surprising success of “Conclave” and its momentum going into Sunday’s Academy Awards have thrust the arcane rules, ...

In 2001 Pope John Paul II made him a cardinal. If and when Pope Francis is unable to continue or fulfill his papal duties, a ...

COMMENTARY: The film’s prescription for a future pope coincides with the current Pope’s autobiographical reflections. Why ...

Concerns over Pope Francis’ health have mounted in recent years, as have questions about his succession. Here’s what to know.

The cast of "Conclave" made sure to send Pope Francis well wishes at the Screen Actors Guild Awards Sunday night.

If Pope Francis can no longer fulfill his duties, a conclave will be held to elect a new pope. The College of Cardinals, comprising members under 80 years old, will vote in secret until a two ...

And that is certainly true as Pope Francis battles double pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli hospital. But the surprising success of “Conclave” the film and its momentum going into Sunday’s ...

If and when Pope Francis is unable to continue or fulfill his papal duties, a new pontiff will be selected through the traditional conclave process. After a pope dies or, in rare cases ...