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Queen of Katwe

7.220162h 4mPGMovieDrama

A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.

DirectorMira Nair
WriterWilliam Wheeler
ProducersWill Weiske·Troy Buder

Where to watch

Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Mira Nair

MN
Madina Nalwanga
Phiona Mutesi
DODavid Oyelowo
David Oyelowo
Robert Katende
LNLupita Nyong'o
Lupita Nyong'o
Nakku Harriet
MK
Martin Kabanza
Mugabi Brian
TK
Taryn "Kay" Kyaze
Margaret Night Nantongo
ET
Esther Tebandeke
Sarah Katende
NMNtare Guma Mbaho Mwine
Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine
Tendo
EL
Ethan Nazario Lubega
Mukumbya Benjamin
NW
Nikita Waligwa
Gloria Nansubuga
RS
Ronald Ssemaganda
Ivan
PO
Peter Odeke
Enoch Barumba
PLPhilip Luswata
Philip Luswata
Minister Aloysius Kyazze

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Queen of Katwe — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Queen of Katwe?

Queen of Katwe is streaming on Disney Plus in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Queen of Katwe on Netflix?

No, Queen of Katwe is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is Queen of Katwe on Amazon Prime Video?

Queen of Katwe isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Queen of Katwe for free?

Queen of Katwe is available on Disney Plus in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Queen of Katwe based on a true story?

Yes — Queen of Katwe is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).