Untold: Chess Mates

Name: Untold: Chess Mates
Released: 2026-04-07
Rating: 6.886

6.9/10 (35)

·2026· 75 min

Director: Thomas Tancred

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.

Where to Watch

Netflix

Netflix Standard with Ads

Trailer

Cast

Magnus Carlsen

Self

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Hans Niemann

Self

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Danny Rensch

Self

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Erik Allebest

Self

Hikaru Nakamura

Self

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Bruce Pandolfini

Self

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Henrik Carlsen

Self

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Levy Rozman

Self

Piers Morgan

Self (archive footage)

Donald Trump

Self (archive footage)

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Fabiano Caruana

Self (archive footage)

Joe Rogan

Self (archive footage)

In brief

Untold: Chess Mates (2026) is a documentary film. With an average rating of 6.9/10 from 35 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 15min. You can stream it on: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Untold: Chess Mates online?

Untold: Chess Mates is available on the following streaming services: Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is Untold: Chess Mates?

Untold: Chess Mates runs 75 minutes (1h 15min).

What rating does Untold: Chess Mates have?

Untold: Chess Mates has an average rating of 6.9/10 based on 35 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is Untold: Chess Mates from?

Untold: Chess Mates was released in 2026.