Kings versus Queens

Checkmate

Poster for British reality show, Checkmate.
Green terraced hills, with a light house in the distance.

Synopsis

Ten of the world’s top chess champions come together in Gozo to face off in intense matches, while hosts Anna and Simon provide sharp and entertaining commentary, keeping viewers engaged throughout the high-level competition.

Production Info

Released


2015

Creator


Monika Gergelova

Starring

Anna Richardson
Simon Williams

More Info

Checkmate Scenes on Gozo

  • A man and woman play chess on an outdoor table, while a man and woman look on.
    Outdoor chess in a lively setting brings energy to the intro to Checkmate, as players compete under the watchful eyes of the show’s hosts.
  • A woman stands over a man lying on a sun lounger on a sandy beach, her shadow is falling over his face.
    Anna interrupts Simon’s sunbathing
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    Simon and Anna in front of the Azure Window
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    Simon and Anna enjoy an ice-cream at the Calypso Cave viewing point.
  • Anna Richardson visits Gozo's Craft Village.
    Anna Richardson visits Gozo’s Craft Village
  • A man and woman walk up the steps outside a large church.
    Simon and Anna visit San Lawrenz Church
  • Couple stand in front of the Azure Window.
    Anna and Simon visit Dwerja and the much missed Azure Window
  • A large room, with limestone walls and a tiled floor. There are small tables down each side with green table clothes. Two people sit at each table with a chess board between them.
    Competition in full swing

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Did you Know

Filming took place at Hotel Cornucopia in Xagħra.

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