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Untold: Chess Mates (2026)

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Released April 7, 2026Runtime 1h 15mDirector Thomas Tancred

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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Cast of Untold: Chess Mates

Magnus Carlsen

Magnus Carlsen

Self
Danny Rensch

Danny Rensch

Self
Hikaru Nakamura

Hikaru Nakamura

Self
Levy Rozman

Levy Rozman

Self
Piers Morgan

Piers Morgan

Self (archive footage)
Donald Trump

Donald Trump

Self (archive footage)
Joe Rogan

Joe Rogan

Self (archive footage)
Trevor Noah

Trevor Noah

Self (archive footage)

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Where can I watch Untold: Chess Mates?

Untold: Chess Mates is currently streaming in the United States on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.

Who stars in Untold: Chess Mates?

Untold: Chess Mates stars Magnus Carlsen, Hans Niemann, Danny Rensch, Erik Allebest, Hikaru Nakamura.

Who directed Untold: Chess Mates?

Untold: Chess Mates was directed by Thomas Tancred.

How long is Untold: Chess Mates?

Untold: Chess Mates has a runtime of 1h 15m.

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. 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.