Checkmate (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2015, Checkmate is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Timothy Woodward Jr., running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Six people are thrown together during an elaborate bank heist where any move can alter the outcome. Is it coincidence, or are they merely pawns in a much bigger game.
Who’s in it. Checkmate stars Danny Glover as Elohim, Sean Astin as Dyson, Vinnie Jones as Lu and Mischa Barton as Lauren Campbell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Checkmate has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Peacock Premium Plus and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Checkmate page.
If you liked it. Fans of Checkmate tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Checkmate (2015)?
- In US, Checkmate is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Checkmate worth watching?
- Checkmate holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Checkmate?
- Checkmate stars Danny Glover, Sean Astin, Vinnie Jones, Mischa Barton and Michael Paré.
- When was Checkmate released?
- Checkmate was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.