In 1978, young ambitious Soviet chess champion Anatoly Karpov must defend his title against a former mentor and defector to the West Viktor Korchnoi. Their face-off becomes the most dramatic championship match in chess history.
What was the budget for The World Champion?
550 million
How much did The World Champion earn at the worldwide box office?
$6.24 million
What is The World Champion rated?
6+
What genre is The World Champion?
Drama, Historical Drama, Historical, and Sports
How many awards has The World Champion won?
5 awards
How many awards has The World Champion been nominated for?
