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Cast & Crew

Steven Zaillian
Director
Ben Kingsley
As Bruce Pandolfini
William H. Macy
As Tunafish Father
Joe Mantegna
As Fred Waitzkin
Dan Hedaya
As Tournament Director
Tony Shalhoub
As Chess Club Member
Austin Pendleton
As Asa Hoffman

Frequently asked questions

What is Searching for Bobby Fischer about? Toggle content

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.

Where can I stream Searching for Bobby Fischer? Toggle content

You can stream Searching for Bobby Fischer on: Apple TV

What movies are similar to Searching for Bobby Fischer? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Searching for Bobby Fischer include Radio Flyer, Rain Man, Good Will Hunting, Boogie Nights, He Got Game, An Angel at My Table.