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Queen of Katwe
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Directed by Mira Nair. With Madina Nalwanga, David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o.
7.2/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.
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7.2/10
MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTA young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.
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Release snapshot for Queen of Katwe.
MoviHero lists September 23, 2016 as the release date for Queen of Katwe. Mira Nair is the listed director. The listed cast includes Madina Nalwanga as Phiona Mutesi, David Oyelowo as Robert Katende, Lupita Nyong'o as Nakku Harriet, Martin Kabanza as Mugabi Brian. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateSeptember 23, 2016
GenresDrama
Runtime2h 4m
DirectorMira Nair
CastMadina Nalwanga as Phiona Mutesi, David Oyelowo as Robert Katende, Lupita Nyong'o as Nakku Harriet, Martin Kabanza as Mugabi Brian
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
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Is Queen of Katwe right for tonight?
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How much time should I set aside?
Queen of Katwe runs 2h 4m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 4/10: a more patient pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 5/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 5/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MoviHero Rating: 7.2/10 from 484 votes. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
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Pacing4/10
Emotional Impact5/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence2/10
Rewatchability5/10
Attention Required5/10
VIEWER REVIEWS
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“A life changing game. I am not a big fan of Mira Nair. But I like some of her films, particularly 'Amelia'. Because she usually…”
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“From a technical point of view, Queen of Katwe is not a resounding success.”
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“Excellent. 'Queen of Katwe' is another Disney sports biopic, but one made with a difference - it doesn't hit the exact same notes as the…”
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WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU
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“If you do not keep your promise, you will never see my children again.”
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CAST & CREW
The people who make it land.
Mira NairDirector
William WheelerWriter
John CarlsProducer
Lydia Dean PilcherProducer
Madina NalwangaPhiona Mutesi
David OyelowoRobert Katende
Lupita Nyong'oNakku Harriet
Martin KabanzaMugabi Brian
Taryn "Kay" KyazeMargaret Night Nantongo
Esther TebandekeSarah Katende
Ntare Guma Mbaho MwineTendo
Ethan Nazario LubegaMukumbya Benjamin
CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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otherMargaret Night NantongoMargaret Night Nantongo appears in Queen of Katwe (2016).Open character guide otherPhiona MutesiPhiona Mutesi appears in Queen of Katwe (2016).Open character guide otherNakku HarrietNakku Harriet appears in Queen of Katwe (2016).Open character guide otherRobert KatendeRobert Katende appears in Queen of Katwe (2016).Open character guide otherMugabi BrianMugabi Brian appears in Queen of Katwe (2016).Open character guide
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