Peter Straughan Wins Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay for "Conclave

Peter Straughan, a British dramatist, won the Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay at the 95th Academy Awards on Sunday night. His screenplay was based on Robert Harris's papal thriller, "Conclave."

"Conclave" follows Cardinal Lawrence, played by Ralph Fiennes, who is tasked with running the covert process of electing a new pope after the unexpected death of the beloved leader. As the Catholic Church's most powerful leaders gather from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence finds himself at the center of a conspiracy. He uncovers a secret that could shake the very foundation of the Church.

The film's cast includes Sergio Castellitto, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini, and Ralph Fiennes. Conan O'Brien hosted the ceremony, which was executive produced by Raj Kapoor, Katy Mullan, and Rob Pain. Sarah Levine Hall, Taryn Hurd, Jeff Ross, and Mike Sweeney served as producers, and Hamish Hamilton directed the event.