'Leo from Chicago': Vatican to release documentary of the Pope's life as Robert Prevost in suburbs with brothers Louis and John
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CHICAGO (WLS) — Next month, America will have a closer of look at Pope Leo XIV’s life in Chicago.

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The Vatican released a trailer of “Leo in Chicago” this week. It features his brothers Louis and John.

The documentary will feature the life of then-Robert Prevost in Dolton.

Pope Leo XIV arrives in St. Peter's Square on the occasion of the weekly general audience at the Vatican, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025.

Pope Leo XIV arrives in St. Peter’s Square on the occasion of the weekly general audience at the Vatican, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025.

(AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

And the Vatican did not leave behind Pope Leo’s favorite Aurelio’s Pizza and his love for the Chicago White Sox.

SEE ALSO | Aurelio’s announces new ‘Poperoni Pizza’ after Pope Leo’s visit.

The film will also talk about the pope’s journey to serve in Peru.

“Moreover, it shows a young man who entered the path of discernment to join the Order of St. Augustine, who pursued studies in mathematics and theology, forming authentic bonds with fellow students and engaging in initiatives to protect life,” the Vatican media said on the official website.

“Leo from Chicago” follows the documentary “León de Perú,” released in June.

To watch the trailer, click here.

The documentary is expected to be released in October.

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