Chess in Concert
Originally released in 1989. Chess in Concert is a music film. directed by Anders Eljas.
Starring Björn Ulvaeus, Judy Kuhn, and Murray Head
Synopsis
The story of a romantic triangle between two top players, an American and a Russian, in a world chess championship, and a woman who manages one and falls in love with the other, all in the context of the Cold War struggle between the United States and the Soviet Union. Concert production of the musical staged during the finals of the 1989 chess World Cup tournament in in Skellefteå, Sweden and broadcast on Swedish television.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 30, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- SVT
- MCN Produktion
- Skellefteå Kommun
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chess in Concert about?
The story of a romantic triangle between two top players, an American and a Russian, in a world chess championship, and a woman who manages one and falls in love with the other, all in the context ...
Who directed Chess in Concert?
Chess in Concert was directed by Anders Eljas.
How long is Chess in Concert?
Chess in Concert has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was Chess in Concert released?
Chess in Concert was released on December 30, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Chess in Concert?
The main cast of Chess in Concert includes Björn Ulvaeus, Judy Kuhn, Murray Head, Tommy Körberg, Sissel Kyrkjebø.