Movies and TvShows featuring "chess-match" theme.

Mistaken for someone else, Slevin finds himself in the middle of a war between two crime bosses. With constant surveillance and threats of assassination, Slevin must devise a plan to survive and outsmart his enemies.

In a dystopian future, a group of prisoners are subjected to a sadistic game where they are hunted down by powerful individuals for sport. The prisoners must fight for their survival and attempt to escape the deadly game.

Searching for Bobby Fischer tells the story of a young chess prodigy named Josh Waitzkin, who becomes a national chess champion and faces the pressures and challenges of the competitive chess world. Along the way, he searches for his own identity and grapples with the expectations placed upon him.

In this modern-day adaptation, a wealthy mystery novelist tricks his wife's lover into thinking he committed murder. The two engage in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, filled with twists and turns, where nothing is as it seems.

During the tense days of the Cuban Missile Crisis in the 1960s, a brilliant mathematician gets entangled in a dangerous game of chess. As the fate of the world hangs in the balance, he must use his intellect and strategic thinking to outmaneuver his opponents and navigate the treacherous political landscape.

In the year 1938, a German lawyer and world chess champion find themselves locked in a hotel room, playing a high-stakes chess match. As the tension rises, secrets are revealed and alliances are tested, all against the backdrop of Nazi annexation of Austria. With a nervous breakdown looming, the lawyer must navigate the intricate game of chess while trying to outwit a Gestapo officer and maintain his sanity.

In Knight Moves, a chess champion finds himself at the center of a murder investigation when a psychopathic killer begins targeting his opponents. As the body count rises, the champion must use his strategic skills to prove his innocence and catch the real killer. With suspense and tension building, the final showdown will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Sue Perkins hosts this high-stakes chess contest, following 12 rising stars of the UK’s booming chess community as they battle it out to be crowned champion.

Glory to the Queen is a captivating documentary that delves into the thrilling world of chess. Set in Georgia, it follows the inspiring journey of a chess champion as they navigate through high-stakes tournaments and encounters with grandmasters. The film offers an intimate and insightful look into the competitive and strategic nature of the game, and the determination and skill required to become a champion.

When a journalist and a screenwriter find themselves on the same Christmas train, they must navigate romance, rekindled love, and unexpected surprises. With an ensemble cast, this heartwarming tale captures the magic of the holiday season.

In 'I'll Follow You Down,' a son embarks on a quest to unravel the mystery behind his father's disappearance. The story delves into themes of quantum physics, time travel, and the profound impact of loss and grief. As the son delves deeper into his investigation, he uncovers secrets that lead him to question everything he thought he knew. With the help of a brilliant scientist, he explores the boundaries of science and the very fabric of reality.

A safecracker named Webster orchestrates an elaborate heist to steal valuable jewelry from a high-society masquerade party, facing challenges such as car chases, surveillance, and corrupt officials.

In a dimly lit room, two boys engage in an intense chess match. As tension rises and strategies unfold, the game becomes a battleground of wits and wills, leading to an unexpected climax that goes beyond the boundaries of the board.

In Miami, an inner-city high school teacher forms a chess team made up of disadvantaged students. They battle their way through the chess tournament, facing personal challenges and societal obstacles. Based on a true story.

The story of the 1978 World Chess Championship between the Soviet Communist Party's protege, Anatoly Karpov and the traitor and Soviet defector, Viktor Korchnoi. One of those instances in life where truth is stranger than fiction.

When a murder is disguised as a suicide, a gourmet detective teams up with a police detective to solve the case. As they uncover clues and investigate suspects, they discover a web of deception and a deadly secret that hits close to home.

At a local chess tournament, estranged brothers Edward and Oliver Abbott reunite after many years apart, harbouring ill will and eagerness to win.