# Pope Leo XIV in New Peter Tomb Documentary

> Pope Leo XIV appears in Chris Pratt's documentary exploring St. Peter's tomb.
- Title: Pope Leo XIV in New Peter Tomb Documentary · Vaticannews
- Summary: Pope Leo XIV appears in Chris Pratt's documentary exploring St. Peter's tomb. Pope Leo XIV joins Chris Pratt in a documentary about St. Peter's tomb for the…
- Keywords: pope leo xiv, st peter tomb, chris pratt, vatican basilica, rome film festival, pétros ení, vatican necropolis, pope pius xii, pope paul vi, archaeology, religion, world
- Source: Vaticannews — https://vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2026-10/pope-leo-xiv-vatican-tomb-st-peter-chris-pratt-documentary.html
- Author: Vatican News
- Published: 2026-10-12T14:24:07.74+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: pope leo xiv, st peter tomb, chris pratt, vatican basilica, rome film festival, pétros ení, vatican necropolis, pope pius xii, pope paul vi, archaeology, religion, world
## Documentary Release
A new documentary features Pope Leo XIV and Chris Pratt exploring St. Peter's tomb.
## 400th Anniversary
The documentary marks the 400th anniversary of St. Peter’s Basilica consecration on November 18, 1626.
## Production Team
Produced by AF Films with Vatican Media and the Fabric of St. Peter, directed by Paula Ortiz.
## Pope Leo XIV Role
Pope Leo XIV explains Peter’s significance in the final scenes of the documentary.
## Chris Pratt's Statement
Chris Pratt says collaborating with Pope Leo was an honor for bringing Peter’s legacy to the screen.

> It was an incredible honor to collaborate with Pope Leo and the Vatican on this project. The story of St. Peter is foundational to the Christian faith, and I am deeply grateful for the trust and access I was given to bring his legacy to the screen
## Historical Context
Peter was buried in Rome during Nero's persecution, with his tomb discovered in 1950.
## Key takeaway

Pope Leo XIV joins Chris Pratt in a documentary about St. Peter's tomb for the 400th anniversary of St. Peter's Basilica.