Checkmate (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1973, Checkmate is an action and thriller film directed by Lem Amero, running about 84 minutes. “She's a secret agent, single with a double bed and lots of undercover action.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Federation's Boss must call their best agent out of a bedroom romp with a gentleman because the USA, Russia, Britain and France, are under the menace of an atomic weapon carried by their very own super secret joint satellite.
Who’s in it. Checkmate stars Don Draper as Mercer, Caren Kaye as Alex, Anne Gaybis as Hitgirl in Central Park and Kurt Mann as Jogger in Central Park, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Checkmate has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Checkmate page.
If you liked it. Fans of Checkmate tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Checkmate (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Checkmate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Checkmate worth watching?
- Checkmate holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Checkmate?
- Checkmate stars Don Draper, Caren Kaye, Anne Gaybis, Kurt Mann and Diana Wilson.
- When was Checkmate released?
- Checkmate was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.