Searching for Bobby Fischer(1993)- User Reviews

I have to give this movie 3 stars for its unrealistic portrayal of competitive chess. The idea that you could be successful by never opening a chess book or studying important games is preposterous. Native talent will get you so far but, like any field …more»

'Searching for Bobby Fischer' is felt like more than a chess story. It served as a lens into a little bit of Josh Waitzkin's experience growing up. One of my favorites, and was definately something I could relate to even though I'm not …more»

this is great movie for the family. It has heart. I haft to admit it about playing chess. I can feel for the father in the movie being beat by third graders myself. Ben Kingsley is great as well as Laurence Fishburne and Joe Mantegna. The movie shows …more»

If you love the game of chess you will certainly enjoy this film. Others might not find it as exciting. However, it is a very good film not just about the game of chess but about the pressures parents put on thier children to perform. Certainly a very …more»

This was a very touching film that will capture your heart. The acting is good, as always, Ben Kingsley is superb.more»

Searching for Bobby Fischer may be cliched but it's an interesting story to watch. It tells the story of young Josh Waitzkin who as the film progresses becomes a protege of chess. Along the way he learns about growing up and not taking the world …more»

I have watched it probably ten different times, and am always loved every part of this movie each time. Great characters, great actors and acting, gives me a great warmth inside.more»

In so many contemporary T.V. shows and movies, it seems like producers believe they need to make protagonists darker and more edgy. To me, so many are barely likable. With that said, a feel good movie like Searching for Bobby Fischer is a breath of …more»

This movie tells the story (based on fact) of seven-year-old chess prodigy Josh Waitzkin. It follows him from the time his gift is discovered until he wins a national championship. You should not avoid this movie if you know nothing about chess - it touches …more»

This movie has been my all time favorite for a long long time. I am a chess player and enjoy the game, but this movie took the aspect of chess to a whole differnt level and...it was just amazing. Fishburne was excelent as the off the street coach and …more»