The Queen's Gambit
Beth Harmon makes her move.
Created by Scott Frank, Allan Scott
On Netflix
A visually stunning, psychologically intimate portrait of a tortured genius navigating addiction and isolation against the backdrop of Cold War-era chess mastery.
In a 1950s orphanage, a young girl reveals an astonishing talent for chess and begins an unlikely journey to stardom while grappling with addiction.
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Where to watch
- StreamNetflix
Questions people ask
Is The Queen's Gambit one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 97% of series.
Is The Queen's Gambit sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of series.
Does The Queen's Gambit leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.
Is The Queen's Gambit violent? Not especially. Less violent than 65% of series.
Is The Queen's Gambit scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 59% of series.
Is The Queen's Gambit easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Distinctly its own thing.
How unlike any other series this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Everything like The Queen's Gambit, and what each one shares →
Like The Queen's Gambit
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Queen's Gambit
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Queen's Gambit, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Queen's Gambit, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Queen's Gambit, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
