The New Pope | Season 1 | Episode 3

Third Episode

TV-MA | 59 MIN

Still considering the offer of Supreme Pontiff, Brannox reflects on his past, while Voiello makes clear his commitment to his mission’s success. After being elected pope and taking the name “John Paul III,” Brannox preaches the importance of family, truth and love in his first public homily and to the cardinals.

Season 1
Episodes

Season 1 Episodes

1.First Episode

Series premiere. With Pope Pius XIII in a coma, Cardinal Voiello makes an unpredictable move during the deadlocked papal conclave.

2.Second Episode

Voiello, Guiterrez, Assente, Aguirre and Sofia make a trip to the UK to appeal to the alluring but fragile Sir John Brannox.

3.Third Episode

Brannox reflects on his past before taking on the role of Supreme Pontiff; Ester meets a widower who offers a financial solution.

4.Fourth Episode

Following an audience with Marilyn Manson, Brannox decides to pay a visit to Pius XIII.

5.Fifth Episode

A terrorist act prompts an unconventional response from the pope; a sudden change in Pius XIII's condition transfixes the public.

6.Sixth Episode

Brannox agrees to a live televised interview; Voiello ties up loose ends; Sofia learns about her husband's activities.

7.Seventh Episode

A miracle occurs in Venice; Brannox admits a hard truth; Sofia seeks Voiello's council.

8.Eighth Episode

Brannox and Sofia share an intimate moment; Voiello is called upon for help and mourns a loss.

9.Ninth Episode

Season finale. A historic meeting of the minds occurs in the wake of a hostage situation as the future of the Church hangs in the balance.