The Queen's Gambit (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Series · ★ 8.5
Released in 2020, The Queen's Gambit is a drama series.
What it’s about. In a Kentucky orphanage in the 1950s, a young girl discovers an astonishing talent for chess while struggling with addiction.
Who’s in it. The Queen's Gambit stars Anya Taylor-Joy as Elizabeth 'Beth' Harmon, Bill Camp as William Shaibel, Marielle Heller as Alma Wheatley and Moses Ingram as Jolene, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Queen's Gambit sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Queen's Gambit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Queen's Gambit tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Chernobyl.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Queen's Gambit (2020)?
- In US, The Queen's Gambit is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Queen's Gambit worth watching?
- The Queen's Gambit holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Queen's Gambit?
- The Queen's Gambit stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Bill Camp, Marielle Heller, Moses Ingram and Isla Johnston.
- When was The Queen's Gambit released?
- The Queen's Gambit was released in 2020.