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Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin

Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2018-10-26
  • Runtime: 85 minutes
  • Rating: 8.7/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Screenbound Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3923
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Anatoli Karpov

Anatoli Karpov

as self

Viktor Korchnoi

Viktor Korchnoi

as self

Garry Kasparov

Garry Kasparov

as self

Viswanathan Anand

Viswanathan Anand

as self

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Closing Gambit (2018) Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

chessespionagespycold warsoviet unionkgbchess championchess tournamentchess match

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin?

Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2018-10-26.

Who are the main actors in Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin?

The main cast includes Anatoli Karpov, Viktor Korchnoi, Garry Kasparov, Viswanathan Anand, .

Where can I watch Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin online?

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Is Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin?

Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin has an IMDb rating of 8.7/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin?

The soundtrack was composed by Screenbound Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin filmed?

Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin?

The total runtime of Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin is 85 minutes.

Is Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin.

Does Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin have a post-credit scene?

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