Creating The Queen's Gambit
2021 · Movie · 14 min · ★ 7.8
This behind-the-scenes special explores how a hit series about a chess prodigy was made, with the cast, creators, and crew reflecting on its distinctive look and appeal. It highlights the character work, period style, and the creative choices that shaped the show.
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Streaming on Netflix.
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Details
- Years
- 2021
- Release date
- 2021-01-10
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 14 min
- Max quality
- HD
- TMDB rating
- 7.8/10 (136 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you like making-of specials and hearing cast and crew unpack how a popular series came together; Not for you if you want a standalone drama rather than a reflective, process-focused companion piece.
Pros: behind-the-scenes access; stylish period details; engaging creative insights | Cons: little dramatic momentum; niche subject matter; best for fans
Themes
- chess
Cast & crew
Anya Taylor-Joy
as Self - Beth Harmon
Scott Frank
as Self - Creator, Director
- BP
Bruce Pandolfini
as Self - Chess Advisor
Allan Scott
as Self - Co-Creator
Thomas Brodie-Sangster
as Self - Benny Watts
- SS
Sabine Schaaf
as Self - Set Decorator
Uli Hanisch
as Self - Production Designer
- AL
Alexander Lambriev
as Self - Prop Master
Gabriele Binder
as Self - Costume Designer
Daniel Parker
as Self - Hair & Makeup Artist