Queen of Chess

This documentary follows the life of Judit Polgár, a Hungarian chess prodigy who sought to compete at the highest levels of the men's game. The film depicts her fifteen-year struggle against gender barriers, sexism, and the influence of her father as she worked to establish herself among the greatest players in history, including her competitions with world champion Garry Kasparov.

The film was produced in the United States by Moxie Films and directed by Rory Kennedy. In the chronology of Kennedy's work, it follows Downfall: The Case Against Boeing and The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari, and precedes Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing and The Trial of Alec Baldwin. The production was managed by producers Mark Bailey and Keven McAlester. The cast features Judit Polgár appearing as herself, alongside Garry Kasparov, László Polgár, Sofia Polgár, Klára Polgár, and Gustáv Font.

Released on January 27, 2026, with a runtime of 93 minutes, the film has received a generally positive response from its audience. On TMDB, it holds a rating of 7.5/10 based on 77 votes.