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Untold: Chess Mates.

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.

Directed by Thomas Tancred

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE STORY

Cast.

Magnus Carlsen

Magnus Carlsen

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Hans Niemann

Hans Niemann

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Danny Rensch

Danny Rensch

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Erik Allebest

Erik Allebest

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Hikaru Nakamura

Hikaru Nakamura

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Bruce Pandolfini

Bruce Pandolfini

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Henrik Carlsen

Henrik Carlsen

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Levy Rozman

Levy Rozman

Self

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