Perfery

Searching for Bobby Fischer

(1993)Directed by Steven Zaillian110 min · PGDrama
“Every journey begins with a single move.”

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

Max Pomerancas Josh Waitzkin
Joe Mantegnaas Fred Waitzkin
Joan Allenas Bonnie Waitzkin
Ben Kingsleyas Bruce Pandolfini
Laurence Fishburneas Vinnie
MNMichael 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
Steven Randazzoas Man of Many Signals
Chelsea Mooreas Katya Waitzkin
Josh Mostelas Chess Club Regular
Josh Kornbluthas Chess Club Regular
Tony Shalhoubas Chess Club Member
Austin Pendletonas Asa Hoffman
Tom McGowanas Reporter
Ona Fletcheras Reporter
Kamran Shirazias Self
Roman Dzindzichashvilias Self