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Untold: Chess Mates (2026)

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Synopsis

Untold: Chess Mates Plot Summary

Untold: Chess Mates was released on April 7, 2026. 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.

Untold: Chess Mates Cast and Characters

Confirmed cast for Untold: Chess Mates includes Magnus Carlsen, Hans Niemann, Danny Rensch, Erik Allebest, and Hikaru Nakamura.

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Untold: Chess Mates Tone, Style, and Direction

As a Documentary film, Untold: Chess Mates keeps the tone focused on the conflict introduced in the premise.

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Director Thomas Tancred
Main Cast Magnus Carlsen, Hans Niemann, Danny Rensch, Erik Allebest, Hikaru Nakamura
Release Year 2026
Genre Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Untold: Chess Mates released?

Untold: Chess Mates was released on April 7, 2026.

Who directed Untold: Chess Mates?

Thomas Tancred directed Untold: Chess Mates.

What is Untold: Chess Mates about?

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.

Where can I watch Untold: Chess Mates?

Untold: Chess Mates is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.

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Cast

Magnus Carlsen

Magnus Carlsen

Himself

H

Hans Niemann

Himself

D

Danny Rensch

Self

E

Erik Allebest

Self

H

Hikaru Nakamura

Self

B

Bruce Pandolfini

Self

H

Henrik Carlsen

Self

L

Levy Rozman

Self

Piers Morgan

Piers Morgan

Self (archive footage)

Donald Trump

Donald Trump

Self (archive footage)

F

Fabiano Caruana

Self (archive footage)

Joe Rogan

Joe Rogan

Self (archive footage)

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