For a pithy summary of The Queen’s Gambit, the below Netflix video is also worth a watch. Marielle Heller also joins the cast as Alma Wheatley, Beth’s adopted mother and a vulnerable housewife ...

The Netflix series – all about chess prodigy Beth Harmon – has astounded viewers all over the world. But many won’t know that The Queen’s Gambit is largely inspired by true events.

Beth gets to travel around the world in "The Queen's Gambit," and throughout her journey, she immerses herself in the different styles of the 1960s. In an interview with Curbed, Hanisch reveals ...

The 'Queen's Gambit' star was in awe when ET introduced ... Much the same way as Beth needed chess, I needed acting,' the actress says in her cover interview for 'Elle' magazine.

The Queen's Gambit, starring Anya Taylor-Joy is the fictional story of the female chess prodigy, Beth Harmon. However, it features references to real life competitors including Gaprindashvili.

The Queen has been left heartbroken after the death of Beth, one of her beloved dogs. The terrier was adopted by Camilla from the Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, along with her other dog Bluebell.

The Queen's Gambit game is a chess simulator based on the adventures of the series' main character Beth Harmon Think of Netflix and a memorable television show or movie will likely pop into your mind.

She left the world of competitive chess in 1967. While The Queen’s Gambit author Walter Tevis said he didn’t base his lead ...