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The Chess Game

4.819941h 50mMovieComedyDrama

In 19th century, a disillusioned priest helps a young boy drifter who's a chess wunderkind to move on up in life and social structures using his talent. Years later, he's a success, but game of life and love has higher stakes than chess.

DirectorYves Hanchar
WritersYves Hanchar·Josiane Morand
ProducersGérard Ruey·Pascal Judelewicz

Where to watch

Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country

The Chess Game isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Portugal. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Yves Hanchar

PRPierre Richard
Pierre Richard
Ambroise
CDCatherine Deneuve
Catherine Deneuve
Marquise
DLDenis Lavant
Denis Lavant
Max
JWJames Wilby
James Wilby
Lord Staunton
HHHilde Heijnen
Hilde Heijnen
Anne-Lise
DBDelphine Bibet
Delphine Bibet
Suzanne
HB
Henri Billen
Le Vieux Comté
RB
Ronald Brandenburger
Orphelin
BB
Benjamin Bricart
Orphelin
HCHarry Cleven
Harry Cleven
Le Dandy
PC
Pascal Crochet
Armand
OS
Olivier Da Silva
Orphelin

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The Chess Game — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Chess Game?

The Chess Game isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in Portugal. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Chess Game on Netflix?

No, The Chess Game is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is The Chess Game on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Chess Game isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Chess Game for free?

The Chess Game isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.