The Shoes of the Fisherman
1968, English. Directed by Michael Anderson.
From political prisoner to Pope.
Ukrainian bishop Kiril Lakota, a political prisoner in a Soviet gulag for twenty years, is unexpectedly released and sent to the Vatican, where, upon the sudden death of the Pope, leader of the Catholic Church, he must face a challenging destiny that will put the future of the entire world in his hands.
- Runtime
- 2h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Shoes of the Fisherman
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Cast & crew
- Michael AndersonDirector
- Anthony QuinnKiril Lakota
- Oskar WernerFr. David Telemond
- David JanssenGeorge Faber
- Vittorio De SicaCardinal Rinaldi
- Laurence OlivierPiotr Ilyich Kamenev
- Leo McKernCardinal Leone
- John GielgudThe Elder Pope
- Barbara JeffordDr. Ruth Faber
- Rosemary DexterChiara
- Frank FinlayIgor Bounin
- Burt KwoukPeng
- Arnoldo FoàGelasio
Details
- Released
- 14 November 1968
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Kennaway, John Patrick
- Budget
- $6.7M
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What The Shoes of the Fisherman is based on
The Shoes of the Fisherman is based on The Shoes of the Fisherman, a 1963 novel by Morris West, published by William Morrow.
Novel · 1963
The Shoes of the Fisherman
By Morris West
Published by William Morrow
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The Shoes of the Fisherman: quick answers
Is The Shoes of the Fisherman worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Shoes of the Fisherman?
The Shoes of the Fisherman runs 162 minutes (2h 42m).
Does The Shoes of the Fisherman have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Shoes of the Fisherman. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Shoes of the Fisherman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Shoes of the Fisherman is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Shoes of the Fisherman on?
The Shoes of the Fisherman isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Shoes of the Fisherman?
If you liked The Shoes of the Fisherman, try Conclave, The Two Popes, Fatima.
Who directed The Shoes of the Fisherman?
The Shoes of the Fisherman (1968) was directed by Michael Anderson and stars Anthony Quinn, Oskar Werner, David Janssen.
What is The Shoes of the Fisherman based on?
The Shoes of the Fisherman is based on The Shoes of the Fisherman, a 1963 novel by Morris West, published by William Morrow.