Champions (2025)

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8-year-old Efe goes to İzmir with his family to visit his grandfather, Hakkı. While his popular sister Hira has exciting plans, Efe feels bored and out of place. At the market, he meets Ceren and her friends, skilled chess players who challenge him to a game. Determined to impress Ceren, Efe seeks his grandpa’s help, but Hakkı refuses, thinking Efe will give up like his father once did. Feeling hopeless, Efe discovers the magical White Pawn, who helps him learn chess and build a team.

Director: Mustafa Kotan
Genre: Family, Comedy
Runtime: 93 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Tolga Kutluay
Production: Poll Films
Country: Turkey
Language: Türkçe
Box Office: $3M
Original Language: tr

Keywords

chess, grandfather grandson relationship, teamwork, family comedy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Champions about?
8-year-old Efe goes to İzmir with his family to visit his grandfather, Hakkı. While his popular sister Hira has exciting plans, Efe feels bored and out of place. At the market, he meets Ceren and her friends, skilled chess players who challenge him to a game. Determined to impress Ceren, Efe seeks his grandpa’s help, but Hakkı refuses, thinking Efe will give up like his father once did. Feeling hopeless, Efe discovers the magical White Pawn, who helps him learn chess and build a team.
Who directed Champions?
Champions was directed by Mustafa Kotan.
Who stars in Champions?
Champions stars Murat Yildirim, Büşra Pekin, Erdal Özyağcılar, Ezo Sunal, Mert Ege Ak, Nazlı Yağcı.
How long is Champions?
Champions has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
What genre is Champions?
Champions is a Family, Comedy film.
How much did Champions gross?
Champions grossed $3M worldwide.
Where was Champions produced?
Champions was produced in Turkey.