In a 1950s orphanage, a young girl reveals an astonishing talent for chess and begins an unlikely journey to stardom while grappling with addiction.
Cast: Anya Taylor-Joy, Chloe Pirrie
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Limited Series
7 episodes
1. OpeningsSent to an orphanage at age 9, Beth develops an uncanny knack for chess — and a growing dependence on the green tranquilizers given to the children.TV-MACC59minOct 23, 2020
2. ExchangesSuddenly plunged into a confusing new life in suburbia, teenage Beth studies her high school classmates and hatches a plan to enter a chess tournament.TV-MACC1 h 5 minOct 23, 2020
3. Doubled PawnsThe trip to Cincinnati launches Beth and her mother into a whirlwind of travel and press coverage. Beth sets her sights on the U.S. Open in Las Vegas.TV-MACC46minOct 23, 2020
4. Middle GameRussian class opens the door to a new social scene. In Mexico City, Beth meets the intimidating Borgov, while her mother cozies up to a pen pal.TV-MACC49minOct 23, 2020
5. ForkBack home in Kentucky, a shaken Beth reconnects with a former opponent who offers to help sharpen her game ahead of the U.S. Championship.TV-MACC48minOct 23, 2020
6. AdjournmentAfter training with Benny in New York, Beth heads to Paris for her rematch with Borgov. But a wild night sends her into a self-destructive spiral.TV-MACC1 h 0 minOct 23, 2020
7. End GameA visit from an old friend forces Beth to reckon with her past and rethink her priorities — just in time for the biggest match of her life.TV-MACC1 h 8 minOct 23, 2020
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In a 1950s orphanage, a young girl reveals an astonishing talent for chess and begins an unlikely journey to stardom while grappling with addiction.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Scott Frank, Allan Scott
- Studio
- Flitcraft, Wonderful Films
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English, French, Russian, Spanish
Where to watch
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