Pope John Paul II

Bio-drama tracing the life and career of Polish cardinal Karol Wojtyla from his days as a young activist in Poland to his rise and installation in 1978 as Pope of the Catholic world.

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Pope John Paul II: Builder of Bridges

Pope John Paul II: 1920 - 2005

This is a BBC commemoration of the life and times of one of the most beloved pontiffs in history. Narrated by Geoffrey Palmer, it is a fitting tribute to a man whose mission above all was to proclaim the joy of faith in

JOHN PAUL II: THE MILLENNIAL POPE

Karol Wojtyla, known all around the world as Pope John Paul II, has led the Catholic Church for more than two decades. This episode of the award-winning public television series "Frontline" examines the pope's pre-Vatica

Great Souls: Pope John Paul II

A documentary that shows how a young Polish Catholic boy became the first non-Italian Pope in 400 years and helped destroy communism.

Pope John Paul II: Santo Subito

Combining images, music and words, this inspiring program collects footage of Pope John Paul II sharing his thoughts on subjects such as peace, forgiveness, charity, compassion and reconciliation. Speeches from the ponti

Life & Times of Pope John Paul II

Pope John Paul II is the religious leader for a billion Roman Catholics worldwide and is one of the most recognizable faces around the globe. His leadership inspires countless followers, but his wisdom and warnings often

Panorama - The Secret Letters of Pope John Paul II

Pope John Paul II ruled the Catholic Church for 27 years and was one of the most influential figures of the 20th Century. Reporter Edward Stourton offers a new perspective on the emotional life of this very public figure

Have No Fear: The Life of Pope John Paul II

The eventful life of a humble Polish priest who once decried the pomp of the Catholic Church "a circus" and labeled the Pope a "prisoner of the Vatican" before ascending to the papal throne to usher Catholicism into the

The Life & Times of Pope John Paul II

Testimony: The Untold Story of Pope John Paul II

Michael York narrates this riveting documentary about Pope John Paul II, sharing little-known facts about the pontiff through interviews with his advisor, Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz, and never-before-seen footage from hi

Witness to Hope: The Life of Karol Wojtyla, Pope John Paul II

A documentary about the life of Pope John Paul II

ABC News Presents: Pope John Paul II: His Life and Legacy

The intriguing life of Pope John Paul II is profiled in this comprehensive documentary that paints a thorough portrait of the man so many Catholics look to for guidance, healing and strength. His courage and resolve as a

"Do not be afraid". The Life and Teachings of Pope John Paul II

May 13, 1981, afternoon. A general audience with the head of the Church is taking place in St. Mark's Square in Rome. Suddenly, the joyful buzz rising above the crowd of pilgrims is interrupted by the crack of gunshots.