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The Best Episodes of The New Pope Season 1

Every episode of The New Pope Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The New Pope Season 1!

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As Pope Pius XIII hangs between life and death in a coma, charming and sophisticated moderate English aristocrat Sir John Brannox is placed on the papal throne and adopts the name John Paul III. A

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The New Pope Season 1 Episode 1 - First Episode
    8.1/10(1197 votes)

    #1 - First Episode

    S1:E1

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

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  2. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 2 - Second Episode
    7.7/10(1080 votes)

    #2 - Second Episode

    S1:E2

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

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  3. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 3 - Third Episode
    7.4/10(910 votes)

    #3 - Third Episode

    S1:E3

    As Sir John leaves for the Vatican, everything appears to be going to plan. But the secretary of state could never have predicted Cardinal Spalletta's next move.

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  4. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 4 - Fourth Episode
    7.6/10(892 votes)

    #4 - Fourth Episode

    S1:E4

    John Paul III travels to Venice to visit Pius XIII. Meanwhile, a tragedy in Lourdes calls for the presence of the new Pope.

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  5. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 5 - Fifth Episode
    7.6/10(865 votes)

    #5 - Fifth Episode

    S1:E5

    John Paul III meets Sharon Stone, who gives him new ideas. Meanwhile, the connection between the Pope and Sofia deepens.

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  6. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 6 - Sixth Episode
    7.6/10(869 votes)

    #6 - Sixth Episode

    S1:E6

    Priest Leopold Essence tips off Sofia Dubois to her husband's dark secrets which leads her to a shocking discovery. Meanwhile, Pope John Paul III speaks with Cardinal Spalletta about a financial scandal that could crush the Vatican.

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  7. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 7 - Seventh Episode
    8.5/10(989 votes)

    #7 - Seventh Episode

    S1:E7

    Lenny wakes up and seeks to help a wounded family, while a new threat to the Church draws closer.

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  8. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 8 - Eighth Episode
    8.5/10(878 votes)

    #8 - Eighth Episode

    S1:E8

    Having uncovered John Paul III's secrets, Voiello begins his plan to regain power. Meanwhile, Lenny Belardo secretly returns to the Vatican.

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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  9. The New Pope Season 1 Episode 9 - Ninth Episode
    8.6/10(1002 votes)

    #9 - Ninth Episode

    S1:E9

    Pius XIII and John Paul III are forced to confront one another, as terrorists take a priest and six students hostage in Ventotene.

    Director:Paolo Sorrentino
    Writers:Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"First Episode" is the best rated episode of "The New Pope" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 1197 votes. Directed by Paolo Sorrentino and written by Umberto Contarello, Paolo Sorrentino, Stefano Bises, it aired on 1/10/2020. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Second Episode".