Chess Story
He turned resistance into a game
1938. While the Nazi troops march into Vienna, the lawyer Josef Bartok hastily tries to escape to the USA with his wife but is arrested by the Gestapo. Bartok remains steadfast and refuses to cooperate with the Gestapo that requires confidential information from him. Thrown into solitary confinement, Bartok is psychologically tormented for months and begins to weaken. However, when he steals an old book about chess it sets him on course to overcome the mental suffering inflicted upon him, until it becomes a dangerous obsession.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Schachnovelle
- Genres: History, Drama, War, Thriller
- Release Date: 2021-09-23
- Runtime: 110 minutes
- Rating: 6.918/10 (134 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Walker & Worm Film, Dor Film, BR, ORF, StudioCanal, Studio Babelsberg, ARD, ARD Degeto
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.8371
- Languages: German
Cast & Crew
Oliver Masucci
as Dr. Josef Bartok
Albrecht Schuch
as Franz-Josef Böhm
Birgit Minichmayr
as Anna Bartok
Rolf Lassgård
as Owen McConnor
Andreas Lust
as Johann Prantl
Samuel Finzi
as Alfred Koller
Lukas Miko
as Gustav Sailer
Joel Basman
as Barkeeper Willem
Clemens Berndorff
as Dr. Swoboda
Johannes Zeiler
as Dr. Fink
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Chess Story (2021) | Trailer | Philipp Stölzl
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chess Story?▼
Chess Story is a History, Drama, War, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2021-09-23.
Who are the main actors in Chess Story?▼
The main cast includes Oliver Masucci, Albrecht Schuch, Birgit Minichmayr, Rolf Lassgård, Andreas Lust, .
Where can I watch Chess Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Chess Story is available.
Is Chess Story based on a true story?▼
He turned resistance into a game
What is the IMDb rating of Chess Story?▼
Chess Story has an IMDb rating of 6.918/10 based on 134 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Chess Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Chess Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Walker & Worm Film, Dor Film, BR, ORF, StudioCanal, Studio Babelsberg, ARD, ARD Degeto. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Chess Story filmed?▼
Chess Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Chess Story?▼
The total runtime of Chess Story is 110 minutes.
Is Chess Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Chess Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Chess Story.
Does Chess Story have a post-credit scene?▼
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