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What is Searching for Bobby Fischer about? 
Searching for Bobby Fischer follows the journey of a young chess prodigy named Josh Waitzkin as he rises to fame in the competitive chess world. Discovered by his father and mentored by a strict coach, Josh's natural talent and passion for the game lead him to triumph in numerous tournaments. However, his father's obsession with his son's success threatens to ruin their relationship, and Josh must find a way to balance his love for chess with his own personal happiness. Based on a true story, this film features cameos from famous chess players and highlights the challenges of parenting a child prodigy.
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What movies are similar to Searching for Bobby Fischer? 
Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Searching for Bobby Fischer include The Shawshank Redemption, Good Will Hunting, American History X, Dead Poets Society, Rain Man, Awakenings.
When was Searching for Bobby Fischer released in theaters? 
Searching for Bobby Fischer was released in theaters on August 13, 1993.