Based on a true story from 1998, five Latino and Black teenagers from the toughest underserved ghetto in Miami fight their way into the National Chess Championship under the guidance of their unconventional but inspirational teacher.

Top Cast

John LeguizamoMario Martinez

Rachel Bay JonesPrincipal Kestel

Michael Kenneth WilliamsMr. Roundtree

Corwin C. TugglesSedrick Roundtree

Jorge Lendeborg Jr.Ito Paniagua

Angel Bismark CurielRodelay Medina

Will HochmanGil Luna

Jeffry BatistaMarcel Martinez