'The Queen’s Gambit' is a 2020 Netflix miniseries based on Walter Tevis's novel. It chronicles the life of Beth Harmon, an orphaned chess prodigy in the 1960s, as she rises to prominence in the male-dominated world of competitive chess while grappling with personal demons. Anya Taylor-Joy delivers a captivating performance as Beth. The series received widespread acclaim for its storytelling, cinematography, and portrayal of addiction and genius.