Untold: Chess Mates
Synopsis
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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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-03-10
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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)
Trevor Noah
Self (archive footage)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Tancred
- Original Title
- Untold: Chess Mates
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Propagate Content, Stardust Frames
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Tancred
Jay Deuby
Jake Graham-Felsen, Carolyn Craddock
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Thomas Tancred
Director
Jake Graham-Felsen
Producer
Carolyn Craddock
Producer
Jay Deuby
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What is Untold: Chess Mates about?
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.
Who directed Untold: Chess Mates?
Untold: Chess Mates was directed by Thomas Tancred.
Who stars in Untold: Chess Mates?
The principal cast of Untold: Chess Mates includes Magnus Carlsen, Hans Niemann, Danny Rensch, Erik Allebest, Hikaru Nakamura.
When was Untold: Chess Mates released and how long is it?
Untold: Chess Mates was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.