Queen of Chess
7.7/10
Rating
93 min
Runtime
2026
Release Year
Rory Kennedy
Director
Cast
Judit Polgar, Garry Kasparov
Quick Synopsis
Judit Polgár, a girl from Hungary, aims to succeed in the male-dominated world of international chess. Over 15 years, she faces challenges from both the reigning world champion Garry Kasparov and her strict father, who has high expectations for her. Through determination and skill, Judit changes the traditional male-centered culture of chess and becomes one of the most talented players in history, recognized as the strongest female chess player ever.
Detailed Synopsis of Queen of Chess
A Hungarian girl dreams of conquering international men’s chess. After a 15-year battle against world champion Garry Kasparov and her domineering father, Judit Polgár revolutionizes the sport’s patriarchal culture to become one of the greatest chess prodigies in history and the greatest woman chess player of all time.
