How long is Searching for Bobby Fischer?

Searching for Bobby Fischer is 1 hr 50 min long.

Who is Fred Waitzkin in Searching for Bobby Fischer?

Joe Mantegna plays Fred Waitzkin in the film.

Searching for Bobby Fischer

Name: Searching for Bobby Fischer
Duration: 110
Rating: 86

After he beats his dad (Joe Mantegna) in a chess match, Josh Waitzkin (Max Pomeranc), a 7-year-old, gets noticed for his talent. He becomes interested in speed chess at the park and learns the game from a hustler named Vinnie (Laurence Fishburne). However, Josh's parents invest in the services of Bruce (Ben Kingsley), a famous coach who has very different practices. Between Bruce's methods and the stress of the competitions, Josh learns that even a chess prodigy cannot make all the right moves.

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How long is Searching for Bobby Fischer?: Searching for Bobby Fischer is 1 hr 50 min long.

Who directed Searching for Bobby Fischer?: Steven Zaillian

Who is Fred Waitzkin in Searching for Bobby Fischer?: Joe Mantegna plays Fred Waitzkin in the film.

What is Searching for Bobby Fischer about?: After he beats his dad (Joe Mantegna) in a chess match, Josh Waitzkin (Max Pomeranc), a 7-year-old, gets noticed for his talent. He becomes interested in speed chess at the park and learns the game from a hustler named Vinnie (Laurence Fishburne). However, Josh's parents invest in the services of Bruce (Ben Kingsley), a famous coach who has very different practices. Between Bruce's methods and the stress of the competitions, Josh learns that even a chess prodigy cannot make all the right moves.