Die drei ??? LIVE - Master of Chess

2002Movie

81
GreatGoodWatch score

An intriguing, layered mystery movie about mystery and fantasy.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

It was Peter's idea to invite his friends on a joyride on Justus' birthday of all days. In pouring rain, a car breakdown forces the three detectives to seek refuge at the creepy "Blackstone" castle. When lightning knocks out the power line, the three investigators are stuck for good. It soon becomes clear to the three junior detectives that the lord of the castle, Count Gallagher, is a real chess fanatic. But not only that - the old castle makes a spooky impression and then there is Moe, the count's sinister servant. What is it about the chess pieces on the dilapidated, centuries-old chess table that seem to move by themselves, move after move, as if by magic? Is the old building really haunted? The first detective is immediately hooked and senses a new case, only Peter wants to run away. It soon becomes clear to the three investigators that this is about much more than just a game of chess...

Feels like

  • German Mystery
  • Live Stage Adaptation
  • Spooky Castle
  • Chess Game
  • Supernatural Elements
  • Detective Adventure
  • Intriguing Puzzle
  • Nostalgic Storytelling

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Music by
Frank Ertel

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Facts

November 11, 2002 · Mystery, Family, Comedy, Adventure, Crime · German

Released
November 11, 2002
Genres
Mystery, Family, Comedy, Adventure, Crime
Original language
German
Made in
Germany

Q&A

6 questions, like "Is Die drei ??? LIVE - Master of Chess worth watching?"

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Is Die drei ??? LIVE - Master of Chess worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 8.3).

Is Die drei ??? LIVE - Master of Chess okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Die drei ??? LIVE - Master of Chess make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Die drei ??? LIVE - Master of Chess plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (8 of 10) and mystery (8 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

Is Die drei ??? LIVE - Master of Chess in English?

German

No, it was made in German.