Movie

Queen of Katwe

“In chess, the small one can become the big one.”

★ 7.2(473)20162h 4m

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Good to know

Director: Mira Nair
Release date: 2016-09-23
Runtime: 2h 4m
Language: English
Box office: $10,367,161
Budget: $15,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Cine Mosaic

Queen of Katwe — trailer

About Queen of Katwe

Queen of Katwe is a 2016 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Mira Nair, starring Madina Nalwanga, David Oyelowo and Lupita Nyong'o. It has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 473 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Queen of Katwe in Israel — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.

Cast

Madina Nalwanga

Phiona Mutesi

David Oyelowo

Robert Katende

Lupita Nyong'o

Nakku Harriet

Martin Kabanza

Mugabi Brian

Taryn "Kay" Kyaze

Margaret Night Nantongo

Esther Tebandeke

Sarah Katende

Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine

Tendo

Ethan Nazario Lubega

Mukumbya Benjamin

Nikita Waligwa

Gloria Nansubuga

Ronald Ssemaganda

Ivan

Peter Odeke

Enoch Barumba

Philip Luswata

Minister Aloysius Kyazze

Themes & keywords

chessbased on novel or booksportsbiographybased on true storywoman directorlife in the slumsbased on magazine, newspaper or article

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Queen of Katwe in Israel?+

Queen of Katwe is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Israel. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Queen of Katwe on Netflix?+

Queen of Katwe is not on Netflix in Israel right now.

How long is Queen of Katwe?+

Queen of Katwe has a runtime of 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

Who stars in Queen of Katwe?+

Queen of Katwe stars Madina Nalwanga, David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o, Martin Kabanza and Taryn "Kay" Kyaze.

When did Queen of Katwe come out?+

Queen of Katwe is a 2016 movie directed by Mira Nair.

What genre is Queen of Katwe?+

Queen of Katwe is Drama film.

Who directed Queen of Katwe?+

Queen of Katwe was directed by Mira Nair.