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Documentary

Untold: Chess Mates (2026)

1h 15m English Released

Director: Thomas Tancred

Overview

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.

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Magnus Carlsen

Magnus Carlsen

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Hans Niemann

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Danny Rensch

Danny Rensch

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Erik Allebest

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Hikaru Nakamura

Hikaru Nakamura

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Bruce Pandolfini

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Henrik Carlsen

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Levy Rozman

Levy Rozman

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Piers Morgan

Piers Morgan

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