Storyline
Magnus Carlsen, widely regarded as the greatest chess player of all time, is challenged by Hans Niemann, a rising star who capitalizes on the meteoric growth of online chess. Niemann’s ascension culminated in an epic, controversy-shrouded victory over Carlsen at the 2022 Sinquefield Cup, which eventually led to allegations and revelations of cheating. Determined to clear his name, Niemann fights his way back to the top of the chess world, setting the stage for a high-stakes rematch with Carlsen in 2024.
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Magnus Carlsen
Self
Hans Niemann
Self
Danny Rensch
Self
Erik Allebest
Self
Hikaru Nakamura
Self
Bruce Pandolfini
Self
Henrik Carlsen
Self
Levy Rozman
Self
Piers Morgan
Self (archive footage)
Donald Trump
Self (archive footage)
Fabiano Caruana
Self (archive footage)
Joe Rogan
Self (archive footage)
Frequently Asked Questions
Untold: Chess Mates was released on April 7, 2026.
The runtime of Untold: Chess Mates is 1h 15m.
Untold: Chess Mates is a Documentary movie.
Untold: Chess Mates has a rating of 6.9 out of 10 on TMDB.
Untold: Chess Mates is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Untold: Chess Mates was directed by Thomas Tancred.
The main cast of Untold: Chess Mates includes Magnus Carlsen, Hans Niemann, Danny Rensch.
Untold: Chess Mates is originally in English.