Limited Series

01 Openings Episode 123rd October 2020 Sent to an orphanage at age 9, Beth develops an uncanny knack for chess — and a growing dependence on the green tranquilizers given to the children. 02 Exchanges Episode 223rd October 2020 Suddenly plunged into a confusing new life in suburbia, teenage Beth studies her high school classmates and hatches a plan to enter a chess tournament. 03 Doubled Pawns Episode 323rd October 2020 The trip to Cincinnati launches Beth and her mother into a whirlwind of travel and press coverage. Beth sets her sights on the U.S. Open in Las Vegas. 04 Middle Game Episode 423rd October 2020 Russian class opens the door to a new social scene. In Mexico City, Beth meets the intimidating Borgov, while her mother cozies up to a pen pal. 05 Fork Episode 523rd October 2020 Back home in Kentucky, a shaken Beth reconnects with a former opponent who offers to help sharpen her game ahead of the U.S. Championship. 06 Adjournment Episode 623rd October 2020 After training with Benny in New York, Beth heads to Paris for her rematch with Borgov. But a wild night sends her into a self-destructive spiral. 07 End Game Episode 723rd October 2020 A visit from an old friend forces Beth to reckon with her past and rethink her priorities — just in time for the biggest match of her life.