The Queen's Gambit

S01E01 Openings 2020-10-23

Sent to an orphanage at age 9, Beth develops an uncanny knack for chess — and a growing dependence on the green tranquilizers given to the children.

Pilot note — From the desk: The Queen's Gambit opens its catalog run with “Openings” (2020-10-23). Proved a niche subject could become a global phenomenon and fashion reset. Anya Taylor-Joy supernova, chess set sellouts, and Beth Harmon cosplay everywhere.

S01E02 Exchanges 2020-10-23

Suddenly plunged into a confusing new life in suburbia, teenage Beth studies her high school classmates and hatches a plan to enter a chess tournament.

S01E03 Doubled Pawns 2020-10-23

The trip to Cincinnati launches Beth and her mother into a whirlwind of travel and press coverage. Beth sets her sights on the U.S. Open in Las Vegas.

S01E04 Middle Game 2020-10-23

Russian class opens the door to a new social scene. In Mexico City, Beth meets the intimidating Borgov, while her mother cozies up to a pen pal.

S01E05 Fork 2020-10-23

Back home in Kentucky, a shaken Beth reconnects with a former opponent who offers to help sharpen her game ahead of the U.S. Championship.

S01E06 Adjournment 2020-10-23

After training with Benny in New York, Beth heads to Paris for her rematch with Borgov. But a wild night sends her into a self-destructive spiral.

S01E07 End Game 2020-10-23

A visit from an old friend forces Beth to reckon with her past and rethink her priorities — just in time for the biggest match of her life.

Finale note — From the desk: The guide closes on “End Game” (2020-10-23) — a series bookend worth the package context. Anya Taylor-Joy supernova, chess set sellouts, and Beth Harmon cosplay everywhere.