Queen Of Katwe

Book now

Queen Of Katwe poster

More information about

Release date: 21 October 2016

Running time: 124 minutes

An inspirational true-life drama about a girl from an African slum who dreams of becoming a chess champion. Phiona Mutesi (Madina Nalwanga) lives in impoverished rural Katwe, Uganda, where she scratches a living by selling corn on the streets. Her life changes dramatically when football player-turned-missionary Robert Katende (David Oyelowo) introduces her to chess. Phiona displays a remarkable aptitude for the game, prompting Katende to become her mentor. As she advances through local competitions, she draws on support from her mother Harriet (Lupita Nyong'o) and the wider community on the way to fulfilling her dream of becoming a champion. Based on an extraordinary true story, 'Monsoon Wedding' director Mira Nair's uplifting underdog drama is a heart-warming celebration of family, commitment and self-belief. It boasts superb performances from 'Selma' star David Oyelowo and '12 Years a Slave' Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong'o, alongside a luminous one by talented newcomer Madina Nalwanga.'

Original title: Queen Of Katwe

Cast: David Oyelowo, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Madina Nalwanga, Lupita Nyong'o

Director: Mira Nair

Production: 2016

Age restrictions: PG

Youtube video

What people are saying about Queen Of Katwe

Twitter feed

No tweets about this film yet

Tweet

Show more tweets

Unlimited Cinema Now with tastecard and a 3 Month Trial option

Family

cineseniors

Cineworld Unlimited Discounts on in-cinema snacks

Popcorn and drinks

Hot Dogs & Nachos

Cineworld Unlimited The Journey Of A Lifetime

Movies For Juniors

Action Season

Venue Hire and Events

Venue Hire and Events

Private Screenings

Private Screenings

School Bookings

School Bookings

BLOG

Deadpool and Wolverine trailer breakdown: 7 important things we spotted

Everything you need to know about Alien: Romulus

May’s must-see movie releases to watch at Cineworld

Deadpool and Wolverine trailer brings Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman into the MCU

Challengers generates a volley of rave responses from our Unlimited screening

5 important things to remember about Mad Max: Fury Road ahead of Furiosa's release this May

See all blog articles