Plot — What is The Chess King: Turning the Tide about?
Young chess prodigy Zhu Dingcai is on his way to the capital to petition the imperial court, accompanied by his protectors Gao Sheng and Wei Jingjing. When they arrive in Yulin, Shaanxi, they encounter a young man named Wen Tingjian, who is being mysteriously pursued by an assassin and urgently seeks their help. Kind-hearted and quick-witted, Zhu Dingcai uses strategic principles from Chinese chess—particularly the tactic of "resolving a kill and counterattacking"—to unravel a complex case involving a fierce dispute over business ownership rights.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2014 |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy |
| Language | Chinese |
The Chess King: Turning the Tide — FAQ
Is The Chess King: Turning the Tide worth watching? Young chess prodigy Zhu Dingcai is on his way to the capital to petition the imperial court, accompanied by his protectors Gao Sheng and Wei Jingjing. When they arrive in Yulin, Shaanxi, they encounter a young man named
Who directed The Chess King: Turning the Tide? Directed by Fengquan Han.
Who is in the cast of The Chess King: Turning the Tide? It stars Tian Min, Zhou Zhonghe, Yuyang Gao.
Where can I stream The Chess King: Turning the Tide? Streaming availability for The Chess King: Turning the Tide is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Chess King: Turning the Tide release? It released in 2014.
