The Island Within (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2020, The Island Within is a drama film directed by Rufat Hasanov, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Seymour Tahirbekov is an international chess grandmaster from Azerbaijan. Having won the Candidates Tournament, Seymour earns the right to challenge the defending world champion Skroten Gudmonson in the World Chess Championship match. With a few weeks left before the championship match, Seymour’s psychological and emotional state deteriorates under escalating abuse and pressure to succeed by any means.
Who’s in it. The Island Within stars Orkhan Ata as Seymour Tahirbekov, Vidadi Hasanov as Khanlar, Rafig Azimov as Anwar and Gurban Ismailov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Island Within has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Island Within page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Island Within tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Island Within (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Island Within change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Island Within worth watching?
- The Island Within holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Island Within?
- The Island Within stars Orkhan Ata, Vidadi Hasanov, Rafig Azimov, Gurban Ismailov and Elvin Adigozel.
- When was The Island Within released?
- The Island Within was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.