The World Champion
Some sporting victories are about more than just claiming a title. Some of them go down in history. The film follows the most dramatic and legendary showdown in the history of chess – the match between Anatoly Karpov, then world champion, and Viktor Korchnoi, a recent emigrant from the USSR. In this battle between two outstanding chess players, a duel of personalities under immense psychological pressure, the stakes are incomprehensibly high.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Чемпион мира
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2021-12-30
- Runtime: 145 minutes
- Rating: 6.3/10 (31 votes)
- Budget: $7,535,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Studio Trite, Central Partnership, KIT Film Studio, Cinema Foundation of Russia, Russia-1
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0636
- Languages: Russian
Cast & Crew
Konstantin Khabenskiy
as Korchnoi
Ivan Yankovsky
as Karpov
Vladimir Vdovichenkov
as Gradov
Victor Dobronravov
as Sergey Maksimov
Viktor Sukhorukov
as Viktor Baturinskiy
Diana Pozharskaya
as Veronika
Anatoly Kot
as Igor Zaytsev
Mikhail Troynik
as Yuriy Balashov
Aleksandr Filippenko
as Leonid Brezhnev
Larisa Shakhvorostova
as Karpov's mother
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The World Champion?▼
The World Champion is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2021-12-30.
Who are the main actors in The World Champion?▼
The main cast includes Konstantin Khabenskiy, Ivan Yankovsky, Vladimir Vdovichenkov, Victor Dobronravov, Viktor Sukhorukov, .
Where can I watch The World Champion online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The World Champion is available.
Is The World Champion based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The World Champion?▼
The World Champion has an IMDb rating of 6.3/10 based on 31 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The World Champion?▼
The movie had a production budget of $7,535,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The World Champion?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Studio Trite, Central Partnership, KIT Film Studio, Cinema Foundation of Russia, Russia-1. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The World Champion filmed?▼
The World Champion was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The World Champion?▼
The total runtime of The World Champion is 145 minutes.
Is The World Champion suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The World Champion?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The World Champion.
Does The World Champion have a post-credit scene?▼
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