Typical American boy Josh Waitzkin discovers a hidden talent for chess after beating his father, and soon becomes a skilled player under the guidance of a renowned coach, Bruce. However, Josh's passion for chess wavers, and he intentionally loses a match, putting his chance at a national championship at risk.

Searching for Bobby Fischer
In a cutthroat chess world, a talented but emotionally fragile player must master the brutal strategies of the legendary Bobby Fischer to stay ahead of the game.