About The Chess Players
The Chess Players is a 1977 Drama film running 2 h 9 min. Originally in Hindi, with audio in English, produced in India. It holds a TMDB score of 7.0 from 53 viewers.
In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation. Pressure is mounting amidst intrigue and political maneuvers, but the Nawab whiles away his time in pursuit of pleasure and religious practice. The court is of no help either — noblemen Mir and Mirza ignore all duties and spend their days playing endless games of chess.
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Cast
Sanjeev KumarMirza Sajjad Ali
Saeed JaffreyMir Roshan Ali
Amjad KhanWajid Ali Shah
Shabana AzmiKhurshid
Farida JalalNafisa
VeenaQueen Mother
David Abraham CheulkarMunshi
Victor BanerjeePrime Minister
Farooq ShaikhAqueel
Tom AlterCapt. Weston
Leela MishraHirya
Barry John
Richard AttenboroughGeneral Outram- SSamarth NarainKallu
- BBhudo AdvaniAbbajani
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Chess Players about?
In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation.
When was The Chess Players released?
The Chess Players was released on October 2, 1977 (1977).
How long is The Chess Players?
The Chess Players runs for 2 h 9 min (129 minutes total).
What genre is The Chess Players?
The Chess Players falls under the Drama genre.
What language is The Chess Players in?
The Chess Players is originally in Hindi, with audio in English.
Where was The Chess Players produced?
The Chess Players was produced in India.
What is The Chess Players called in its original language?
The Chess Players is known as "शतरंज के खिलाड़ी" in Hindi.
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