Netflix's The Queen's Gambit Cast: Anya Taylor-Joy, Thomas Brodie-Sangster and More | THR Interview

Anya Taylor-Joy, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Marielle Heller, Moses Ingram and Harry Melling spoke to THR about their new Netflix limited series 'The Queen's Gambit,' which tells the story of a chess prodigy named Beth Harmon. The stars opened up about their level of chess knowledge before working on the series, as well as the show's profound message about family. 'The Queen's Gambit' hits Netflix on October 23.
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Netflix's The Queen's Gambit Cast: Anya Taylor-Joy, Thomas Brodie-Sangster and More | THR Interview
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[@reubenfuchs2747]

This is the "you just finished the show but couldn't get enough, so now you're watching the interviews" button

[@SuperSilverJay]

You nailed it.

[@edp8136]

TRUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@icarusz000]

Lol you totally got me.

[@raianreyes999]

bruuuh!

[@coolfer2]

Haha so true.

[@chess]

Brilliant acting. Brilliant show.

[@lucifermorningstar3709]

Oh ma gawd, it’s chess itself!

[@itiswhatitis96-x9q]

Chess and drugs are perfect together don't you agree ?

[@benoit1620]

if chess him self validate the show ! what are you whaiting for !!

[@loganbeardshaw1397]

900th like lol

[@szewei85]

Woohoo its official then

[@kathini]

Can y'all appreciate how Thomas Sangster is 30 but looks like an 18 year old?

[@AshLey-nt8nz]

I was FINDING this comment

[@joannanoveno2308]

found it!

[@user-qs6xz1bu6b]

He looks 14

[@materialgirl4896]

Couldn't agree more

[@dolokrak714]

if it wasn’t for the mustache..

[@urmama5144]

“Do you still love my hair” that line killed me so bad

[@LordLoldemort7]

i burst out laughing during that part

[@chalametmybae3557]

@@LordLoldemort7 same 😂

[@linalavarello1230]

Yes

[@katevalentine8550]

I would have killed to see them kiss, and for Benny to go after her in Kentucky

[@chihiro3377]

Lol and "i wont get pregnant" too

[@lainy8742]

Only bad thing about this series is it’s only 7 episodes.

[@M4A1Speedstar]

Yeah idk what to do with my life right now

[@thegreenreaper6660]

They did that on purpose to resemble the 7 squares from a Pawn's starting position, to the spot where they promote to Queen! a Referance to how Beth Harmon grew from a small pawn to thé White Queen.

[@delrey874]

The storyline in the second half was a little boring, so 7 episodes was enough.

[@sharingsharing1049]

@@M4A1Speedstar I'm with you😒

[@Divedown_25]

or is it the beauty of it that is is only 7 episodes and will forever be treated as a gem without flaws

[@victowss]

her face is just hypnotizing, her eyes are so big and beautiful. absolutely love her, she radiates such energy and she steals the screen in every scene.

[@kuromi5895]

she looks like a doll. absolutely stunning

[@kristinablagojevic3537]

And you're absolutely eloquent.

[@Sophie_Pea]

@@kuromi5895 yes! I thought that so many times whilst watching the show, just her face shape and especially her Cupid’s bow and eyes. Such beautiful and rare features

[@marikafasola8771]

magic of make up

[@Sophie_Pea]

@@marikafasola8771 In the beginning of the show she’s not even wearing any eyeliner, she’s barely wearing any makeup at all. And even at the end of it the only really visible makeup is a little bit of eyeliner and lipstick and probably some contouring

[@queuing_jupiter535]

Why on Earth is everyone talking about “Emily in Paris” and not this masterpiece Ps the hair department on the wigs are award worthy

[@melvinarmillo529]

Truth. My sister argue that Anya is not wearing a wig.

[@lorens6496]

for real, I am recommending everyone to skip eip and go watch this show

[@justanotherpersonxo]

Thank youuu. This show is a masterpiece in multiple ways

[@LtFrankDrebin100]

The set design is completely flawless. Not once did it feel like the decade was misplaced. Somehow Perry Mason pulled that off too despite going for a 1920s Los Angeles.

[@stefcervantes]

I feel like the hair/ wig was wonky at some times, one second her hair would be frizzy and voluminous and the other it would be nicely combed and put together. I’m not trying to drag the show but the continuity between shots would sometimes be put to doubt due to the difference in her hair haha ( especially in her younger, high school scenes).

[@LauraLegends]

Probably one of the most enjoyable shows I have ever watched on Netflix. Beautiful show. Makes me want to play a game of chess lol

[@angelacarleton9575]

I'm with you on that point too. I intend to learn just to understand the game.

[@slapmyfunkybass]

You reckon, found it boring after ep5, completely ran out of material.

[@nillythelich688]

@@slapmyfunkybass maybe just not a show for u. but its ok for me

[@muCephei_]

Absolultely agree. The only show recently that made me sad that it was over :(

[@roddymcape7697]

One town's very like another, when your head's down over your pieces, brother...

[@chloe8654]

thomas didnt drink the fountain of youth he IS the fountain of youth

[@jwt-nu3ei]

The dude’s only 30, give him a chance to age.

[@Evija3000]

@@jwt-nu3ei With make-up and lighting tricks used in filming to hide wrinkles he'll probably only seem to age when he decides to go gray xD

[@eaglej4391]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqu7cp2GnLaphJY

[@kitokato8390]

I bet they made him grow that mustache just to look older. HES 30!

[@elkinshiner5066]

It is absolutely nuts that one can look like that at age 30. I knew about his age before but it still shocks me every time lol

[@MsCorpora]

"Do you still like my hair?" is the cutest foreplay I have ever heard.

[@notlucy770]

Yess

[@johnnymartini4989]

Never would have thought that they could make chess thrilling

[@Be1smaht]

Chess is very thrilling. Youre not thinking about it the right way

[@roddymcape7697]

Yep, it's sometimes been said of chess, "I'd let you watch, I would invite you, but the queens we use would not excite you."

[@HussainAli-sb5hb]

Chess is one of the most exciting games there are, you need to learn it to get thst thrill.

[@rihannacalifornia426]

Right

[@kunxv15]

chess is boring if you dont get it

[@eden20111]

Anya Taylor Joy is on her way to the Oscar table! She’s quickly rising in ranks as an actress and she deserves it. A true gem !

[@danielvasquez8830]

Should end up winning a emmy and golden globe lets hope.

[@serwagyedu-nuako3363]

I agree her acting range is incredible

[@LEAVENTU]

From Argentina with love.

[@Fac725]

Absolutely agree. You can just tell her greatnesses the first time you watch her. It’s undeniable.

[@capo328]

She, Thomasin Mckenzie, and Angourie Rice are the best actors of the zoomer generation. For some reason there aren't really any male zoomers that can match them.

[@Sienna850]

I couldn’t stop thinking the fact that Dudley plays a guy name Harry...

[@puppielover011]

what about the fact that his name is Harry...

[@Sienna850]

@@puppielover011 exactly my point🧍🏼‍♀️

[@sunflowers2469]

if only someone told him "you're a wizard, Harry!"

[@mi-md5fj]

The fact that his name is also Harry melling LMAO

[@milenabellino7012]

HaahahhahahHHah perché non mi ero soffermata su questa cosa

[@OSKI___]

The acting in this series was literally award winning.

[@jethroclarke1650]

Agreed 100%

[@thegreenreaper6660]

Agreed! Anya Taylor-Joy as best new/female Actress in a TV series. I'm missing a very important character in this interview-video: Marcin Dorocinski: Vasily Borgov! The man was a 'beast' of an antagonist in the show, yet proved to be a very warm gentleman who didnt turn angry after 'being defeated by a little girl', he líterally embraced her! He played his role magnificently, but that 'turn of character' in the end-scene was astonishing! The sight of a true Grandmaster and Champion: Happy to meet a fellow player who's able to help him improve his game even more! she had just 'taught him a lesson'. Sportsmanship is one thing, but that was pure class from him as the character. He played the part perfectly! I'd nominate him for Best Supporting (male)character in a TV Show, i dont know who of the two deserves an award more.

[@rijooghoshal6950]

@@thegreenreaper6660 BEST CHARACTER IN THE SERIES. HE TALKED SO LESS BUT HIS PRESENCE WAS BOTH THREATENING AND MAJESTIC. WHAT AN ACTOR.

[@taduntss3832]

you mean every single thingg aaack

[@royedwards51]

literally? Why literally you twat?

[@megatronn5816]

Why is no one interviewing mr. Shaibel? I need him to soothe my emotions!

[@hwlsgrl]

SAMEEE DUDE I CRIED SO MUCH WHEN HE DIED 😭😭😭

[@hwlsgrl]

@@wangpb1432 did u rlly expect the comment section of a cast interview to not have any spoilers 😭

[@hwlsgrl]

@@wangpb1432 it truly is

[@heystobit9194]

@@wangpb1432 you were the one who clicked the replies... it wasn’t the initial comment!

[@gehutch]

Agree, the show has been out for over a year. Hasn't everyone heard of it by now and seen it two or three times? Don't they deliver mail in Kentucky?

[@deasyyn2074]

This show is just outstanding. A complete masterpiece really, they deserve more attention.

[@gregdelisle6751]

It’s the #1 show on Netflix right now

[@muCephei_]

At least to me, it's the most enjoyable show I've watched on Netflix in recent years

[@aryoceissapratama717]

A complete “grand”masterpiece surely

[@PandaPhantom]

It really is fantastic from every angle. The color choice in the filter, the angles, the characters, the highlights of emotions tied into the reoccurring reminder of trauma and the affects both mother's had on her. The family she never had, but also gained throughput the whole process to signify her collecting her own "chess pieces" in her game of life that she used, but also cherished and protected her like in a true game of Chess. The costume and set pieces, slowly evolving with every minute. I love chess and I am terrible. But seeing an intellectual side to this game through such an artistic lense was really amazing.

[@luilandi9121]

@@gregdelisle6751 still is

[@johnnymartini4989]

I was so scared that the adopted mother was evil from how she seemed kinda money hungry because I really liked her character, but then I saw that her attitude was like aye I mean money is money, get it whenever you can Homie

[@br5632]

I took it less as money hungry, and more that the adopted mother was hungry for independence from her husband. And Beth represented that to her.

[@mileslaw]

Same here. Turns out she is one of my favourite character of the show

[@taytayqueen7024]

@@br5632 Yep that’s exactly how I saw it. They helped each other. And Beth loved her for it, she wanted to help her mom. She didn’t mind sharing her money with her.

[@MissLooneyable]

@@br5632 yess! They are thriving as women together! And I also relieved that Beth doesn't mind sharing her money. However cold or selfish the character seems is. I think deep down she crave the attention and company.

[@tiberionx]

Funny thing is I was expecting one of the characters she comes across to be a bad person when in reality they were just ... people not inherently bad , just people with self motivation. this is a really well made mini series

[@HibariKyoua]

wait wait the guy who played Beltik is DUDLEY DURSLEY LIKE HARRY POTTERS COUSIN

[@intaketaffy]

yeeeeeah. i was wondering where did i saw him in a movie.

[@ME-tj4wm]

Yeah Harry melling i love the actor as well as Thomas Brodie sangster who played Benny. They were Part of the reason why i watched the show

[@goldiebelle]

Yes!!!! I couldn't not think about him jumping up and down the stairs trying to wake Harry up when his face flashed on my screen!!!

[@contextTBD]

He was also in The Old Guard

[@mitchellbooth8435]

@@ME-tj4wm Same, both outstanding support actors.

[@jenniferariesta6635]

I know the show has bigger priorities, but Beth & Benny’s chemistry is ON FIRE! I’d love to see it continue.

[@hwlsgrl]

SAME!!!

[@ishathompson8439]

I’m currently reading a fanfic about them and it’s amazing 😍

[@reubenfuchs2747]

Never played chess in my life, but this series makes me want to dedicate my whole life towards it

[@stillgrow.ing1]

Right!!

[@thasleeena9978]

Sameeeee

[@eaglej4391]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqu7cp2GnLaphJY

[@thegreenreaper6660]

I learnt it as a kid in lower school. Never played it much the last years, decades even. Never even thought to see súch a magnifent show about Chess! This show was a masterpiece!

[@kellyn103]

I seriously pulled out my chess board I haven't touched in ages after watching all episodes

[@landrigray9100]

Has to be the best show I’ve watched this year and trust me, I’ve watched alotttt of shows

[@joansutton]

Definitely.

[@muCephei_]

Yep, feel exactly same way. I was sad that I couldn't see more of Beth by the last episode :(

[@tchrr]

absolutely 🤝🏻♟

[@joyce5522]

Same

[@jenmoff]

Same

[@spiegel3269]

You know she's a very special young actress when she can carry a movie herself. What an amazing look she has. The camera just loves her. She's in every scene and she captivates the audience with her looks and charisma. I'd be under so much pressure if I was her. I'd be looking around and thinking "All these sets, all these clothes, all these people are here for a movie that revolves entirely around me and my performance." Now that's pressure.

[@tjslam26]

A movie about CHESS!

[@arenasification]

actors love being the center of attention. that's why they get into performing arts. my opinion.

[@valkyrja--]

It's not a movie

[@AML147]

@@arenasification it may be true for some but others don’t enjoy the spotlight. Take Keanu for example. He LOVES acting, not the attention from it. People are more complex than what you’re suggesting.

[@Pewpewz]

The better you are at something the less pressure there is. I think she would have been fine, maybe a little bit nervous but i think she would be extremely confident in her ability and her ability to deliver this character and would have been fine.

[@EmblaBexell]

I love that most of the actors are british and they play american 😊

[@Maiatalo]

Haha yeah!! Anya is Argentine

[@tenabros5006]

@@Maiatalo what? Anya Taylor Joy is American British 🇺🇲🇬🇧 born in Miami USA and her mother is British

[@rachelpetermann5592]

@@tenabros5006 she was born in the usa but she always lived in argentina or england as far as i know😊

[@felirein7855]

@@tenabros5006 she was born in the US raised in Argentina until she was 6, then moved to england. Her dad is argentinian and her mom is spanish and inglish

[@fieldofelation]

@@tenabros5006 she was born in USA but immediately went to Argentina and grew up there until 6, she said that english is not her first language and her home is Argentina

[@jamesxpri]

SPOILER ALERT! Anyone else super broken -hearted when mr. Shaibel died and they didn’t even get to meet after :( still crying from that scene she broke down in the car with Jolene. But anyway. What an AMAZING SHOW. wow. Anna is an amazing actress

[@shaunduquette5992]

Dude,don't spoil it so soon after for those drawn here

[@mrlionX]

Spoiler bro?

[@bookshelf829]

It’s so heartbreaking because they could have stayed in touch. But it’s like neither knew it would be ok to reach out

[@jaydenc6800]

u just spoiled it...

[@mariarahman9110]

Ohmg i was balling...he was like a dad figure she never had, and I was hurt she never visited him.

[@panini1827]

Queen's Gambit is a masterpiece. The ending scene was really heartwarming, I think it's in honor of Mr. Shaibel ❤

[@smart4980]

Completely agree. That final moment when she sits with the old man to play chess is like that first moment when she first sat down with Mr.Shaibel. For me that scene was the re-encounter of both characters

[@Caneladorada]

oh gurl im crying again so beautiful

[@kellyn103]

I cried that scene where there were pictures of her on the basement where they use to play

[@panini1827]

@@kellyn103 me too, that was really sad.

[@C-Note-to6vk]

Agreed

[@kdawgs2001]

I cried when Jolene and Beth reunited

[@lev2195]

SAME FRRR

[@eaglej4391]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqu7cp2GnLaphJY

[@harshilnayak6431]

@Edward Rutledge ikrrrrrrrrrrrrr

[@swaggybrooke5748]

i started tearing up when she was in her final match with borgov and she looked up at the ceiling and saw the chess bored without using the pills like that made me so proud of her for some reason

[@afisa_1238]

@Gregory Mason agreed. I wish they reunited sooner and worked together to help her overcome her addictions

[@svmto]

Shes a chameleon. She looks so different in her roles

[@MoreEvilThanNorman]

Which makes her a BRILLIANT actress.

[@stansb1951]

I super hated her character on Peaky Blinders but she made me love her in seconds with this series.

[@chloelopez1240]

She's multi- talented actress

[@psyrmc]

Chameleon? Check Gary Oldman.

[@aotulapongen8382]

But also...the same? I don't know but I freaking love her work!

[@sabrinanasir3049]

just finished binge watching the series and it’s amazing

[@agnetehaugaard5445]

Same!

[@WZRDr]

Solid 8.5/10

[@raindropsonroses3919]

Beyond amazing 😊

[@ionfallout7790]

@@WZRDr Solid 10/10, the best 2020 show for me

[@smart4980]

I just did! Not sure how to fill the void now...

[@lolaventura7104]

jolene and beth’s relationship was one of the most beautiful and wholesome parts of this show. probably my favourite two characters.

[@EricaRichter28]

Things happened very differently in the book

[@rinn1324]

The fact that they are both British, but somehow killed the show with American accents-

[@mohammedfahad3564]

All three. Dudley (Harry) too

[@sasha-hp9zm]

anyas actually argentine !

[@rinn1324]

@@sasha-hp9zm she was born in Argentina, lived in the US for a few years, and then lived in London

[@knguyennguyen5559]

@@sasha-hp9zm Pretty sure she is Argentinian, American and British, 3 nationalities

[@wzz225]

@@rinn1324 she was born in Miami

[@PAUPERGANDA]

This series was a straight-up MASTERPIECE.

[@muCephei_]

Yeah, loved every moment

[@DeanithForeverYoung]

This series was chef's kiss. Highly recommend it. 👌

[@kodakflaps8267]

Aren’t you in the trailer? Same comment. I might just watch, seeing to how you are so committed.

[@DeanithForeverYoung]

@@kodakflaps8267 Yes haha , I loved the series.

[@chamexx4797]

The series is not "chef's kiss" Its Queens Gambit 🙄

[@ardenaudreyarji]

I JUST BINGED THIS ITS AMAZING!!

[@elmeryu3194]

me too

[@imtheleadsheepinchina6448]

Ikr.. its so worth it. I loved it soo much

[@agnetehaugaard5445]

Me too!

[@VivaLaDnDLogs]

Saw the preview clip of her walking up to Mike & Matt at her first tournament and was HOOKED.

[@chengkuanchang1978]

I finished the seven episodes in a day 😂

[@xzvincentm2462]

Who else was mad that she didn’t pay her first trainer back or visit him? I kept wondering when she would visit!!

[@cazadoo339]

Or visit Jolene!

[@andreeamuhulic9961]

She didn’t kept her promise to return him 10 dollars 😔

[@treeinafield5022]

Didn't even give him the 10 dollars!

[@covingtonhalltown3730]

I wasn't upset. From Shaibel's perspective, she visited him everytime she played her tournaments and paid him back way more than ten bucks everytime she won.

[@bradywhite520]

@@covingtonhalltown3730 I totally agree

[@irelandwalks3376]

I cried a lot during this series. I am adopted and did live in an Romanian orphanage until I was 5 (which was old then). Really connected to this series because I made a friend who is 68 his name is Tito he lives 4 doors next door. I am now 26 and was moved by this film. Also I am currently playing a guy at chess online from the Czech Republic :)

[@TheHunterGracchus]

Thank you so much for your post! My wife and I adopted two sisters from a Ukrainian orphanage in Bessarabia just across the Dunai (Danube) River from Romania. They are originally Moldovan and Ukrainian. We spent may days at the internat getting to know our daughters and their classmates. Memories of that time make the orphanage scenes in The Queen's Gambit extremely emotional for me. Even the jumper that young Beth wears is almost exactly like what our girls were dressed in. On screen, orphanages usually are just a cheap plot device, but Beth Harmon is the first three-dimensional institutionalized or post-institutionalized child character I've ever seen. Best of luck to you in your life! I know you have been through a lot, and I'm sure your parents have as well.

[@irelandwalks3376]

@@TheHunterGracchus Thank you so much for yourr heart felt comment. My birth mother was Hungarian and birth father Turkish. I was born in Romania but was adopted by Irish parents. I hope your family is doing well and best of luck in the future 🙂

[@C-Note-to6vk]

Great perspective

[@swaggybrooke5748]

y’all are talking about all these cool places you know about , and i’m stuck in the boring USA. maybe it just feels boring cause i have lived there my whole life..

[@swaggybrooke5748]

but this is a really beautiful story i hope you all are well and stay safe

[@m_jsrt7832]

Despite the cliche storyline, i fell in love with it because the cast has portrayed their roles mesmerizingly. Anya is iconic. Plus, the lady who plays her mom plays it so well and deep. I love Beth’s relationship with her mom. It says a lot about the character’s goal and life

[@lorens6496]

Yesss the story is not that deep but the characters are well-rounded ♥️

[@tonylove4800]

Completely agree but the little girl was also brilliant.

[@nad0862]

A storyline about a disturbed orphan playing chess is far from cliche, the fact that the show can captivate an audience that know nothing about the game is just amazing. The characters, the story, the directing, this show is really unique.

[@froshtea]

This shows that story writing can be captivating even without the typical 3 point structure or the use of plot twist. Im honestly in awe because of how well developed characters are in this despite only spanning 7 hour long episodes. Definitely a highlight series for me and wish Netflix will pick more of these contents instead of controversial story telling.

[@kuddlecat]

@@nad0862 actually the themes are quite common if you put it this way: Person with childhood trauma and their journey to self improvement/healing Or Person with childhood trauma finding love in the people they meet This way it’s easier to find certain stories similar to this, maybe doesn’t count as cliche but falls into common trope category.

[@EffingtonCouldBe]

Moses Ingram has the sweetest / most gentle voice.

[@saaraguhar1234]

YESSSSSSSSSS I love her parts for that her voice is just so soothing

[@DJSaez-ll8or]

I never actually considered that she had to memorize the moves she was going to make

[@winson0000]

Especially the speed chess scene where it was impossible to cut and edit! The way they moved the pieces and slammed the clock was so close to how it actually looks like in real life

[@user-sb6jk2fu7t]

@@winson0000 could you remind ne what scene that is?

[@winson0000]

@@user-sb6jk2fu7t there's 2 such scenes in the show. First one was right before her match with Benny where she lost to him multiple times. The next was the speed chess simultaneous at Benny's house.

[@kuro1803]

@@user-sb6jk2fu7t ep 6 i believe, if not its ep. 5 (Simultanous speed chest at Benny's apartment)

[@purplebrownie5175]

I would fail that

[@clawdsss]

This show is a TRUE gem. All the characters, ESPECIALLY Beth- chef's kiss.

[@shesus1986]

she has a strange accent, sometimes she sounds british, but talks so american

[@turtlefeesh]

She was born in Miami, but raised in Argentina and England.

[@victorias1716]

i was just going to comment that..! She has an american accent but certain words are very british in their pronunciation.

[@kmdv]

She actually goes through a couple accents! She’s multilingual and has mentioned that she adapts the accents of the people she’s with/talking to “fit in”. I speak a couple of languages too and it’s true that sometimes you adapt the accent of whoever you’re talking to, much like how you get an accent from living in a certain area!

[@madeofcastiron]

honestly, i love her accent because i have the same mixed american/british accent as well. it feels nice to hear another person with a similar accent.

[@iaravelazquez7722]

Yes,I'm myself an Argentinian ,and I have sort of the same problems with the accents. I do have certain words and times where I do sound British but at the same time I do sound way too American with certain words.So that kind of leads you to mirror the accent that other people are talking when in a conversation.

[@Lucia-uk4jq]

I binged this in a day. Could. Not. Stop. Watching.

[@waynemiller6070]

took me a couple days... both times... Thinking I'll watch it again soon.

[@jalj206]

same it took me two days 😭

[@marcleblanc5970]

Is it me, or is Anya Taylor-Joy looking a lot like Elsa from "Frozen"?

[@frankd9945]

I got a Sanderson sister vibe

[@fallenavatar09]

well she can be whoever she wanna be cuz she can

[@ItsBritneyBitch1]

I was thinking Ciri from Witcher

[@Stephensouraski]

I thought she was from Euphoria, jules vaughn.

[@gertiegert3910]

So creepy looking

[@arunkumarchandrasekaran2653]

i hated her mother but with time she grew on me. their relationship is so damn weird but works so well at the same time.

[@C-Note-to6vk]

The adoptive mother?

[@해바라기-n4s7m]

It’s not weird. It’s natural. How would the mother love her immediately ?

[@해바라기-n4s7m]

They grew affection as they spend time together.

[@해바라기-n4s7m]

The mother didn’t know that chess is something that important for her

[@해바라기-n4s7m]

They weren’t rich either. She did care for her. She told her to get some friends and social clubs instead of being alone playing chess.

[@davecrawley4634]

This tv show was so utterly perfect that they will be really desperate to make a sequel and they absolutely should not. It was perfect and it should remain perfect.

[@AliciaPinkyDollsYTx]

Period.

[@Razberry52]

Yes! It's so tempting to think you want more, but it's perfect to be left exactly as it is.

[@hwlsgrl]

Yes!! I agree lol I just want like a 2minute clip uploaded by netflix to confirm beth and benny got together then I’ll be okay

[@Liaakulasa911]

It’s 3 am, I just finished the show and my head is literally throbbing of crying the entire time while watching the last episode. Definitely perfect casting, cinematography, writing, ... everything! I love this show!

[@marinamuller2385]

I love how you can‘t quite place Anya‘s accent. It one moment she sounds british and the next she sounds american. It’s a really strange mix, it‘s so deliciously confusing

[@maryjanemcinally356]

I think I remember hearing she learned English at 8/9? Could b wrong but if not that could explain her accent.

[@brucel400]

Born in US raised in Argentina and UK, spoke Spanish until 8/9 when she moved to UK. Mostly been playing American characters. That explain it?

[@ricardosoto5770]

Her spanish accent ia 100% argentinian..

[@Luna-os5jf]

she said that her accent changes bc english is not her first language so she tends to mimic people who are around her

[@nikcodiene]

@@Luna-os5jf yeah that would make a lot of sense, I watched another interview of hers that took place in 2016 where she spoke English and had a full American accent, no English or Australian at all.

[@muCephei_]

This is one of the best shows I've watched in recent years. I actually can't think of any limited shows that I enjoyed more. Anya's acting was literally hypnotizing

[@haniealemania5829]

Oh the chemistry between Beth and Benny! I have a crazy wish that they make another movie together, I can't get enough of them

[@ilivedbeforethefall2330]

Anya did such a fantastic job as Beth. Can't imagine anyone else in the role.

[@maybefuture]

No hate for Emily In Paris but this here, is a complete Masterpiece. The true art of storytelling.

[@jalj206]

emily in paris is trash 😭

[@hwlsgrl]

@@jalj206 this compared to emily in paris is like comparing learning how to walk with learning 3 languages yourself

[@whaz4056]

Just watch the 7 series non stop & thinking who is this talented young actress.. then, wait she's the girl from split?

[@chengkuanchang1978]

I finished the seven episodes in a day 😂 she is so amazing and attractive in this series

[@karlamfh835]

Watch The Witch she is amazing there too

[@merloaf0332]

she's becoming Meryl Streep status where I watch her in anything

[@ionfallout7790]

I hated her so much in Split, I didn't finished the movie because of her. But in this show, damn, she is perfect.

[@rachelwhite6494]

Loved her in Split. But try Emma 2020 she's great there too and a completely different genre altogether

[@trippanchi6664]

Like literally I need Ana Taylor Joy to win the emmy because this serie was masterpiece and she just made it great as Harmon

[@ayukaaru]

I know right, her acting performance as Beth is so amazing. She better win awards, or at the very least, I hope she won't be snubbed from nominations

[@bayswae]

Facts!!!!!

[@cherryleung9236]

she carried an entire show. I believe that requires exceptional talent

[@submarinecobpait3855]

I could not believe how this movie literally pulled me into the moment if that makes sense. I do not a thing about the game of chess, yet, I was enamored with the entire movie. I was so thankful I was able to almost binge watch it. If I had to wait a week to week for each new show, I would have been tied into knots. The numbers of moves each actor had to learn, especially Beth Harmon, were phenomenal. I highly recommend viewing even if do not know anything about chess.

[@monsterhigh1975]

i love how Beth and Alma 's relationship grew in the series.....

[@mattiasantangelo9421]

She's one of the most beautiful human beings I've ever seen.

[@aanyatripathi1255]

I NEED ANOTHER SEASON! THE QUEEN'S GAMBIT IS BEAUTIFUL AND I NEED BETH AND BENNY TOGETHER IN THE NEXT SEASON !!!!

[@arielmckenzee]

yessss i shipped them so hard

[@leweylunio6257]

Yesss

[@kellitaczi104]

beth and benny are 🥰🥰

[@심은비-k9c]

sorry to break it to ya but this was a limited/miniseries

[@22AbsolutelyNaomi55]

I totally agree with you. The second the series was over, i checked (harhar) places to see of there was more storyline between the two. I even checked fanfiction because i liked them so much that I was not going to be picky...

[@thynysan]

One of the best mini series shows I've ever watched.

[@sususim76]

I loved this series. I loved Jolene and Beth. Honestly all the characters were amazing.

[@lovelee1688]

I love Beth & Benny’s chemistry! Cast was superb! and Anya’s always been so elegant, i love her!

[@ent701]

you're not telling me that she was wearing a wig for the entire show

[@waynemiller6070]

yup

[@emmahlz7895]

I watched it in one go and it’s amazing.....I really want more of this story

[@marilynndiller2377]

Loved the series based on the characters! It is worth every minute....Thank You Netflix for putting out such a worthy piece of theater.....

[@hinagilani7454]

I loved this show and I especially loved her hair. Idk what it was about the hairstyles but they really added so much to her character for me. The acting was impeccable and I just wish I could rewatch it for the first time again

[@rubinsteve1]

i also think more credit should be given to the young girl who plays Beth as an orphan, in the first episodes, shes hardly mentioned really.

[@salhimeriem1183]

Anya Taylor joy was breath taking in this serie...the role was made for her.

[@mly21]

She's so gorgeous :'( binge watched the series, so amazing

[@rujason79]

She reminded me of Emma stone in the series but Is totally different in this interview... amazing!

[@MarlaRiveraA]

I wonder what the actor Dudley felt like when they "fixed" his teeth as a part of the story

[@santiagoferrari1973]

he probably likes money.

[@Evija3000]

Were the bad teeth actually his? I assumed there's some trick behind it, because actors usually work on their looks.

[@hollywoodshopaholic]

It's pretty well-known that Americans care a lot more about teeth than Brits, so I'm sure he understood why his character did that

[@gabrielvilla6274]

@@hollywoodshopaholic but in the Infographics Show, brits rank higher in teeth hygiene than Americans???

[@user-vu2yb1gy4l]

@@gabrielvilla6274 dental health is different than dental aesthetics. Health is more important than looks.

[@reynaldkurniawan9424]

Let's take a moment to appreciate Marielle Heller, on-screen, she is fantastic, and off-screen, she is visionary

[@brandonbitsilli1232]

She’s freaking gorgeous and an amazing actress. She knows how to choose her work, I’m excited to see her in New Mutants

[@django07000]

I heard that movie bad, though. Shame.

[@georgiacrossley2274]

Personally I think her acting was amazing, same with other actors too but I think the storyline was just so jumbled, not a great movie in my opinion

[@martinaboggia1938]

anya is an amazing actress!!! very emotional

[@anguswalsh2387]

One of the greatest Netflix exclusives I’ve seen! Anya Taylor-Joy definitely the right for the role and also great for 60s drama! 10/10

[@sashaclassy7982]

I just binged watched this entire show, it is honestly amazing, the acting was outstanding

[@onlyangel2433]

I swear that Thomas Brodie Sangster is the 21 century vampire he does not age

[@ThatanOmega]

Thomas is stuck as a 13 year old. Can't believe he's 30

[@gjk540]

Thomas Brodie-Sangster looks like he's about 14 years old.

[@MarySilva-id1xe]

Rewatched it twice. And my sister started it when I started it but I finished it on my own and somehow managed to re-watch and almost finish it before her. GREAT ACTING and the outfits were so perfectly picked.

[@joeygzusfreak]

Anya’s acting skills are amazing. Can’t wait to see how she takes on the role of illyana rasputin aka Magik. Great movie.

[@CherryLipstick6x3]

In my opinion Illyana was the best thing about New Mutants!

[@delrey874]

In my opinion her performance was average.

[@parrisprice5892]

Recently watched this for the 2nd time. Love Anya she was great in Split,the witch, thoroughbreds. Thanks for all the great entertainment, many awards in your future

[@aryadeepdas6010]

Man I cried when Beth revisited that basement and saw Shaibal looked out for her even when Beth forgot about him.That scene when she grabs the old picture is one of the saddest scenes. It is one gem of a show it definitely deserves much more attention.Much watchh!

[@nastyhulkbuster286]

The way Benny trashed Beth in speed chess was insane

[@lumitic774]

this girl is a star, the series are a complete hit, she steals the screen

[@TheSweetestCocoa]

This show wow. Just came out from thin air and swept me away. I watched it in two sittings and definitely will rewatch in the near future. The visuals, the acting, the dialogue, the wardrobe all just amazing. I am so impressed. I hope Netflix can bring this quality level to more of their projects.

[@_angry_chair_]

I really liked how all the men that she played against were so mature about losing. Truly wholesome! I loved the relationship between Beth and her step-mom too!!

[@ChocolateApricots]

I just finished Queen’s Gambit (thank you Netflix!). Immediately won over!! Fascinating that there wasn’t one bad guy or evil villain and yet the series is compelling and hypnotic. The entire cast gave spot on performances, and this interview gives us a peek at the actors who gave the series humanity. Anya Taylor-Joy, you are incredible! Thank you for posting!🌹

[@Mawesome111]

Thank you for making my weekend fun. Absolutely loved the show.

[@theYokoHiguchi]

Anya Taylor-Joy ❤️❤️❤️

[@jamesrearden1979]

Looks like Sid from Ice Age 😒😒😒😒😒😒😒😒😒

[@WZRDr]

@@jamesrearden1979 well everybody has their own taste. But shes definitely gorgeous and mesmerizing.

[@raindropsonroses3919]

Are you blind???

[@Lukas-ow7ow]

@@jamesrearden1979 shut up

[@danielvasquez8830]

She tranform herself throughout the series. In my opinion what makes a great actress.

[@Ireniicus]

This Netflix show was up there with the first series of Stranger Things. Exceptional.

[@honoryourself2098]

Oh I just this so much! All the actresses and actors, the characters, the costumes the music. and Marielle Heller Stole my heart

[@violettaszabo4366]

i literally knew nothing about chess before i started watching this, and then my friend recommended it, and now we’re both learning chess and playing each other. i most definitely want to keep up with chess even if it’s just a hobby since i suck at it but still. it amazes me that a single show can suck you up into a world and make you want to be a part of it to the extent that this show did. I JUST LOVE IT SO MUCH UGH.

[@ashleydunham6957]

I found that she equated her life to chess, and watching the show was like watching a chess match in its own way. It was a very beautiful, cerebral and sometimes haunting story. I loved it!

[@DiihMota97]

just wanna say that Jolene is an absolute queen and i adore her

[@randharma]

Taylor-Joy's thespian zeal to this role is beautiful, so glad that she got this role, absolutely loved the characters and art.

[@amalia-dh9ik]

My favourite part was when Benny called Beth just before the last game, her voice when she exclaimed, "Benny?" was so... idk how to explain it. Immaculate

[@popvinnik]

"Chess can also be beautiful." That line brought to mind the 6th game of the world championship match between Boris Spassky and Bobby Fischer back in 1972. Fischer had played an opening he had NEVER played before and won the game. Spassky, being the great gentleman he was, applauded along with the audience in admiration of the beautiful and masterful way Fischer had conducted the game.

[@robinsuj]

Well, something similar also happens on the last match. Beth always played 1. e4 on tournaments, but against Borgov on that last match she played the Queen's Gambit (1. d4)

[@popvinnik]

@@robinsuj careful man...announce spoiler alert! I haven't gotten that far.

[@hippogriff4793]

Anya Taylor-Joy is so articulate in her interviews.

[@rmrfboy]

love this show, haven't seen anything like it in a long time. then also, there's the cinematography and costume design. my goodness, nobody's talking about those.

[@boogiedownbronx73]

Harry Melling is such a great actor. He would play a great Penguin in Batman.

[@standoughope]

I was happy to see the actress who played Daisy in Downton Abbey as a teacher at the orphanage. This is a much watch mini-series, possibly a new high for Netflix imo. Not a single throwaway scene, they all had importance making the rollercoaster so delish. Anya is amazing and the rest of the cast were excellent as well.

[@Vylkeer]

Binge-watched it starting yesterday and I completed it about 30 mins ago or so. So well produced. She was terrific at the role. Btw I had a feeling Anya didn’t know a thing about Chess in real life, prior to film this :P I knew very little, the basics, and it was fascinating all the same. Thanks to Netflix for this production level, I hope we’ll be getting more and more content of this quality in the future.