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Searching for Bobby Fischer

Searching for Bobby Fischer

Every journey begins with a single move.

A seven-year-old chess prodigy refuses to harden himself in order to become a champion like the famous but unlikable Bobby Fischer.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Searching for Bobby Fischer
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1993-08-13
  • Runtime: 110 minutes
  • Rating: 7.071/10 (611 votes)
  • Budget: $12,000,000
  • Revenue: $7,266,383
  • Production Companies: Mirage Enterprises, Scott Rudin Productions, Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.8968
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Max Pomeranc

Max Pomeranc

as Josh Waitzkin

Joe Mantegna

Joe Mantegna

as Fred Waitzkin

Joan Allen

Joan Allen

as Bonnie Waitzkin

Ben Kingsley

Ben Kingsley

as Bruce Pandolfini

Laurence Fishburne

Laurence Fishburne

as Vinnie

Michael Nirenberg

Michael Nirenberg

as Jonathan Poe

Robert Stephens

Robert Stephens

as Poe's Teacher

David Paymer

David Paymer

as Kalev

Hal Scardino

Hal Scardino

as Morgan

William H. Macy

William H. Macy

as Tunafish Father

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Trailers & Clips

Searching for Bobby Fischer - Trailer (Paramount Movies)

Searching for Bobby Fischer - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

new york citychesshustlerchild prodigychess championchess tournamentplaying chesschess matchpressure to perform

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Searching for Bobby Fischer?

Searching for Bobby Fischer is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1993-08-13.

Who are the main actors in Searching for Bobby Fischer?

The main cast includes Max Pomeranc, Joe Mantegna, Joan Allen, Ben Kingsley, Laurence Fishburne, .

Where can I watch Searching for Bobby Fischer online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Searching for Bobby Fischer is available.

Is Searching for Bobby Fischer based on a true story?

Every journey begins with a single move.

What is the IMDb rating of Searching for Bobby Fischer?

Searching for Bobby Fischer has an IMDb rating of 7.071/10 based on 611 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Searching for Bobby Fischer?

The movie had a production budget of $12,000,000 and earned $7,266,383 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Searching for Bobby Fischer?

The soundtrack was composed by Mirage Enterprises, Scott Rudin Productions, Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Searching for Bobby Fischer filmed?

Searching for Bobby Fischer was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Searching for Bobby Fischer?

The total runtime of Searching for Bobby Fischer is 110 minutes.

Is Searching for Bobby Fischer suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Searching for Bobby Fischer?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Searching for Bobby Fischer.

Does Searching for Bobby Fischer have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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