Movies like Monsignor

In this final installment of the iconic Godfather trilogy, the themes of power, betrayal, and redemption once again play out in the criminal underworld, but with the added dimension of the Vatican’s involvement. Fans of Monsignor will appreciate The Godfather Part III for its exploration of the complex relationship between organized crime and the Catholic hierarchy.

Doubt features intense performances and a gripping storyline about a nun who suspects a priest of inappropriate behavior. While it takes place in a different setting than Monsignor, it similarly examines the complexities and conflicts within the Catholic institution.

While more modern and based on true events, The Two Popes delves into the intimate conversations and ideological clashes between Pope Benedict XVI and the future Pope Francis. Someone who likes Monsignor may appreciate the religious context and the relationship between faith and personal conviction shown in The Two Popes.

Tom Hanks stars in this thriller as a symbologist who unravels a plot against the Vatican. Though more action-oriented, Angels & Demons will appeal to those who enjoyed Monsignor for its suspenseful storyline involving the Catholic Church.

In this medieval mystery, a Franciscan monk uses his intellect to solve a series of murders in a monastery. Lovers of period pieces with ecclesiastical intrigue, like Monsignor, will likely be captivated by the atmosphere and intellectual challenges in The Name of the Rose.