Film · 1977 · Drama
Satyajit Ray's First Hindi feature Film
In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation. Pressure is mounting amidst intrigue and political maneuvers, but the Nawab whiles away his time in pursuit of pleasure and religious practice. The court is of no help either — noblemen Mir and Mirza ignore all duties and spend their days playing endless games of chess.
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In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation. Pressure is mounting amidst intrigue and political maneuvers, but the Nawab whiles away his time in pursuit of pleasure and religious practice. The court is of no help either — noblemen Mir and Mirza ignore all duties and spend their days playing endless games of chess.
8 principal cast
The Chess Players (1977) is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The 2h 9m drama directed by Satyajit Ray is rated 7.1/10 by 59 viewers.
The Chess Players was released on October 2, 1977.
The Chess Players was directed by Satyajit Ray.
The Chess Players has a runtime of 129 minutes (2h 9m).
The Chess Players is categorized as Drama.
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