Catholic Cardinals Watching ‘Conclave’ Movie Before Real Conclave to Pick Pope

Pope Francis‘ death means the church needs to hold a conclave … and, ’cause it’s been more than a decade since the last one, some are looking to an Oscar-winning movie for a refresher.

According to Politico, a few Cardinals in the church are sitting down and watching “Conclave” starring Ralph Fiennes, Isabella Rossellini and Stanley Tucci … just to pick up a few pointers before the real thing kicks off.

The last conclave was held in 2013, when Pope Francis was chosen after two days and multiple ballots … and, many clerics in the church now were appointed by Francis — and took no part in that event.

All 133 voting cardinals gather for a special mass before the start of the conclave Wednesday, praying for guidance as they choose the next head of the church.

Pope Francis passed away last month from a stroke and irreversible heart failure … just hours after he met United States Vice President J.D. Vance.