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Queen of Katwe

2016•2h 4m•★ 7.2•Released

Drama

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

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Overview

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

Movie details

Release date: 2016
Runtime: 2h 4m
Genres: Drama
Status: Released
Original language: EN
Country: United States of America
Director: Mira Nair
Production: Cine Mosaic, Mirabai Films
Budget: $15,000,000
Revenue: $10,367,161

Cast

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Madina Nalwanga

Phiona Mutesi

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David Oyelowo

Robert Katende

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Lupita Nyong'o

Nakku Harriet

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Martin Kabanza

Mugabi Brian

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Taryn "Kay" Kyaze

Margaret Night Nantongo

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Esther Tebandeke

Sarah Katende

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