Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this film delves into the intense and tumultuous life of American chess prodigy Bobby Fischer, portrayed by Tobey Maguire. The narrative follows Fischer’s rise to fame and his legendary 1972 World Chess Championship match against Soviet champion Boris Spassky, played by Liev Schreiber. Directed by Edward Zwick, the movie explores themes of genius, obsession, and the psychological toll of competition. While it did not receive major awards, it offers a gripping portrayal of a historical moment in sports history. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.