Where Was The Queen's Gambit Filmed?
The Queen's Gambit, set in mid-century America, has captivated audiences with its rich visual style and intense character drama. Despite being set largely in Kentucky and New York, the series was primarily filmed in Germany and Canada.
About The Queen's Gambit
The Queen's Gambit, set in mid-century America, has captivated audiences with its rich visual style and intense character drama. Despite being set largely in Kentucky and New York, the series was primarily filmed in Germany and Canada.
Quick Facts
- •Release: 2020 - 2020
- •Creator: Scott Frank
- •Genres: Drama, Historical, Coming-of-Age
- •Primary Filming Locations: Leipzig, Germany, Berlin, Germany
Why Visit These Locations
Fans of The Queen's Gambit can experience the magic of the show by visiting these iconic filming locations. Explore the real-world settings that brought this beloved series to life, and create unforgettable memories connecting with the scenes you know and love.
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Filming Locations
Leipzig, Germany
Stood in for multiple cities in the show. The Soviet tournament scenes were filmed in the Leipzig Congress Hall.
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Berlin, Germany
Used for Parisian interiors and mid-century hotel scenes.
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Behind The Scenes
The Queen’s Gambit was praised for its stunning visual style, which was achieved through creative use of European locations and period-accurate set design.
Fun Facts
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The series was almost entirely shot in Germany and Canada, despite being set in the US and Europe.
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Leipzig was chosen because its architecture could easily stand in for Moscow, Paris, and Cincinnati.
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The chess games were choreographed by real grandmasters including Garry Kasparov.
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Beth’s iconic Paris hotel room was shot in a former Berlin museum.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
Released in 2020
Beth is introduced to chess in an orphanage basement.
Beth competes in her first tournament in Kentucky.
Beth begins to gain national recognition.
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