Checkmate!
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About
Short TV film upon the story of Ludwik Niemojski of the same title, which was a part of his "Incredible Stories". It tells about Bartolomeo, brilliant chess player, who had ruined his private life because of his passion for chess.
Cast
Andrzej Łapicki
as Bartolomeo
Jan Kreczmar
as Englishman
Kazimierz Rudzki
as Author
Mieczysław Czechowicz
as James
Bogumił Kobiela
as Artist
Mieczysław Pawlikowski
as Angelika's Father
Ewa Wiśniewska
as Angelica
Wojciech Rajewski
as Jacobo
Ryszard Barycz
as Bartolomeo's Friend
Leonard Andrzejewski
as Sailor (uncredited)
Hanna Giza
as Woman in Angelika's House (uncredited)
Tadeusz Kosudarski
as obserwujący grę Jacoba z ojcem Angeliki (uncredited)
Andrzej Krasicki
as Sir Edward (uncredited)
Konrad Morawski
as Chess Demonstration Guest (uncredited)
Czesław Mroczek
as Chess Demonstration Guest (uncredited)
Adam Pawlikowski
as Sheik's Servant (uncredited)
Sylwester Przedwojewski
as Chess Demonstration Guest (uncredited)
Tadeusz Ross
as Sheik (uncredited)
Wojciech Skibiński
as Chess Spectator (uncredited)
Danuta Wodyńska
as Angelika's Mother (uncredited)
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Stream Checkmate! online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama, fantasy, and tv movie movie originally produced in PL and released in 1967, it's earned a solid 7.0/10 from 1 viewers worldwide.
About Checkmate!
Short TV film upon the story of Ludwik Niemojski of the same title, which was a part of his "Incredible Stories". It tells about Bartolomeo, brilliant chess player, who had ruined his private life because of his passion for chess. Running 28 minutes.
Checkmate! Cast and Characters
The cast features Andrzej Łapicki (as Bartolomeo), Jan Kreczmar (as Englishman), Kazimierz Rudzki (as Author), Mieczysław Czechowicz (as James), and Bogumił Kobiela (as Artist). Their performances are a major reason Checkmate! has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Checkmate! Online
On Bowood.TV you can watch Checkmate! free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full film in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch Checkmate! NowWhy People Are Watching Checkmate!
Checkmate! flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy PL storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Checkmate!
Where can I watch Checkmate! online for free?
You can watch Checkmate! online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Checkmate!?
Checkmate! runs for 28 minutes (about 0.5 hour).
Is Checkmate! good? What's the rating?
Checkmate! holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Checkmate!?
The main cast includes Andrzej Łapicki, Jan Kreczmar, Kazimierz Rudzki, and Mieczysław Czechowicz, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Checkmate! available in PL?
Yes — Checkmate! was originally produced in PL and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Checkmate! released?
Checkmate! was released in 1967.
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Where can I watch Checkmate! for free?
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What is Checkmate! about?
Checkmate! is a Drama/Fantasy film. Short TV film upon the story of Ludwik Niemojski of the same title, which was a part of his "Incredible Stories". It tells about Bartolomeo, brilliant chess player, who had ruined his private life because of his passion for chess.
When was Checkmate! released?
Checkmate! was released on July 1, 1967. It has a runtime of 28m. The film was produced by Zespół Filmowy "Studio".
Who stars in Checkmate!?
Checkmate! stars Andrzej Łapicki, Jan Kreczmar, Kazimierz Rudzki and Mieczysław Czechowicz. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Checkmate! available in HD?
Yes, Checkmate! is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.