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Searching for Bobby Fischer, released in the United Kingdom as Innocent Moves, is a 1993 American drama film written and directed by Steven Zaillian in his directorial debut. Starring Max Pomeranc in his film debut, Joe Mantegna, Joan Allen, Ben Kingsley, and Laurence Fishburne, it is based on the life of prodigy chess player Joshua Waitzkin, played by Pomeranc, and adapted from the book of the same name by Joshua's father, Fred Waitzkin. The film was nominated for Best Cinematography in the 66th Academy Awards.

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1993 · 1h 50m · Drama

TMDB 7.1/10 (653 votes)

A seven-year-old chess prodigy refuses to harden himself in order to become a champion like the famous but unlikable Bobby Fischer.

Directed by Steven Zaillian

Box office $7M worldwide

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Steven ZaillianDirector

Max Pomerancas Josh Waitzkin

Joe Mantegnaas Fred Waitzkin

Joan Allenas Bonnie Waitzkin

Ben Kingsleyas Bruce Pandolfini

Laurence Fishburneas Vinnie MMichael Nirenbergas Jonathan Poe

Robert Stephensas Poe's Teacher

David Paymeras Kalev

Hal Scardinoas Morgan

William H. Macyas Tunafish Father

Vasek Simekas Russian Park Player

Dan Hedayaas Tournament Director

Laura Linneyas School Teacher

Anthony Healdas Fighting Parent

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Searching for Bobby Fischer, released in the United Kingdom as Innocent Moves, is a 1993 American drama film written and directed by Steven Zaillian in his directorial debut. Starring Max Pomeranc in his film debut, Joe Mantegna, Joan Allen, Ben Kingsley, and Laurence Fishburne, it is based on the life of prodigy chess player Joshua Waitzkin, played by Pomeranc, and adapted from the book of the same name by Joshua's father, Fred Waitzkin. The film was nominated for Best Cinematography in the 66th Academy Awards.

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