Is Untold: Chess Mates on Netflix UK?

Name: Untold: Chess Mates
Director: Thomas Tancred
Genre: Documentary, Sport
Released: 2026
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Magnus Carlsen, Hans Niemann, Danny Rensch, Erik Allebest, Hikaru Nakamura

Yes, Untold: Chess Mates (2026) is currently available to stream on Netflix UK.

Film

Untold: Chess Mates(2026)

Documentary
Sport

1h 15m

Last verified: 20/04/2026 — This information may be out of date

6.3/10IMDb

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Synopsis

Magnus Carlsen, widely regarded as the greatest chess player of all time, is challenged by Hans Niemann, a rising star who capitalizes on the meteoric growth of online chess. Niemann’s ascension culminated in an epic, controversy-shrouded victory over Carlsen at the 2022 Sinquefield Cup, which eventually led to allegations and revelations of cheating. Determined to clear his name, Niemann fights his way back to the top of the chess world, setting the stage for a high-stakes rematch with Carlsen in 2024.