Where to watch The Chess Player (2017) in the UK
The Chess Player (2017) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 7 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
In 1934 Diego Padilla wins the Spanish Championship of Chess and meets a French journalist, Marianne Latour, and they fall in love. At the end of the Civil War, Marianne convinces Diego to live in France with their daughter, where shortly afterwards Diego will be accused of spying by the Nazis and imprisoned in an SS prison. In prison, Diego will try to survive in a hostile environment thanks to Colonel Maier's passion for chess.
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THE CHESS PLAYER - Trailer with English subtitles
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is The Chess Player on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Chess Player (2017) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video or buy from Amazon Video.
Amazon Prime Video
No — The Chess Player (2017) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video or buy from Amazon Video.
Disney+
No — The Chess Player (2017) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video or buy from Amazon Video.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Chess Player.
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Marc ClotetDiego Padilla -
Melina MatthewsMarianne Latour -
Alejo SaurasJavier Sánchez -
Maarten Dannenberg -
Andrés GertrúdixPablo Mérida -
Lionel AugustePierre Boileau
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Stefan WeinertColonel Maier -
Martin AngerbauerSoldier Kuhn
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The Chess Player — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Chess Player in the UK?
The Chess Player (2017) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Amazon Video and buy on Amazon Video in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent The Chess Player?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Amazon Video so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Chess Player?
Yes. The Chess Player can be bought as a digital download from Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Chess Player on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Chess Player (2017) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video or buy from Amazon Video.
Is The Chess Player on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — The Chess Player (2017) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video or buy from Amazon Video.
Is The Chess Player on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Chess Player (2017) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Amazon Video or buy from Amazon Video.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
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