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In 1972, young American chess champion Bobby Fischer traveled to Reykjavík, Iceland, for a match with Boris Spassky. Fred Waitzkin was smitten by the game as he was swept up in the temporary nationwide excitement, and inspired by Fischer's charisma, began to study the strategy of chess.
A biographical drama about a chess prodigy who resists becoming a champion like Bobby Fischer. IMDb provides cast and crew information, user and critic reviews, trivia, goofs, quotes, and more.
- (43K)
- Biography, Drama, Sport
- Steven Zaillian
- 1993-08-11
A film about a chess prodigy and his struggles with family, coach and competition. Read critics' reviews, watch clips and buy or rent the movie online.
- (45)
- Steven Zaillian
- PG
- Joe Mantegna
Searching for Bobby Fischer streaming: where to watch online? You can buy "Searching for Bobby Fischer" on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Microsoft Store as download or rent it on Microsoft Store, Apple TV, Amazon Video online.
- Steven Zaillian
- PG
- 21
Aug 11, 1993 · A film about a young chess prodigy and his parents, teachers and mentors, based on a true story. Roger Ebert praises the film's sensitivity and insight into the meaning and challenges of chess and life.
Oct 9, 2014 · Description. Searching for Bobby Fischer - Trailer. N/A Likes. 186,120 Views. 2014 Oct 9. A father discovers that his seven-year-old son is a chess prodigy. Paramount Movies...
- 2 min
- 186.5K
- Paramount Movies Digital
Searching for Bobby Fischer. Based on a true story! A young chess prodigy, with the help of his parents and two coaches, advances to the national championship - but is this competitive world best for the boy? The price before discount is the median price for the last 90 days.
