The Chess Player
Originally released in 1927. The Chess Player is a fantasy/drama film. directed by Raymond Bernard. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Pierre Blanchar, Charles Dullin, and Édith Jéhanne
Synopsis
In 1776, an inventor conceals a Polish nobleman in his chess-playing automaton, a machine whose fame leads it to the court of the Russian empress.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 17, 1927
98 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Pierre Blanchar
as Boleslas Vorowski
Charles Dullin
as Baron von Kempelen
Édith Jéhanne
as Sophie Novinska
Camille Bert
as Maj. Nicolaieff
Pierre Batcheff
as Prince Serge Oblomoff
Marcelle Charles Dullin
as Wanda
Armand Bernard
as Roubenko
Alexiane
as Olga
Pierre Hot
as King Stanislas
Jaime Devesa
as Prince Orloff
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Société des Films Historiques
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Chess Player about?
In 1776, an inventor conceals a Polish nobleman in his chess-playing automaton, a machine whose fame leads it to the court of the Russian empress.
Who directed The Chess Player?
The Chess Player was directed by Raymond Bernard.
How long is The Chess Player?
The Chess Player has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was The Chess Player released?
The Chess Player was released on May 17, 1927 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Chess Player?
The main cast of The Chess Player includes Pierre Blanchar, Charles Dullin, Édith Jéhanne, Camille Bert, Pierre Batcheff.