Rematch – Deep Blue vs Kasparov mini series

The TV miniseries Rematch is a six-episode psychological thriller dramatizing the historic 1997 chess match between world champion Garry Kasparov (played by Christian Cooke) and IBM’s supercomputer Deep Blue. Produced by ARTE France, Unité, and Federation Studios, it explores the intense man-versus-machine battle that marked the first time a reigning chess champion lost to a computer under tournament conditions (3.5-2.5). The series, directed by Yan England and co-created with Bruno Nahon and André Gulluni, also stars Sarah Bolger as IBM executive Helen Brock, Trine Dyrholm, Aidan Quinn, and others. Filmed in Montreal and Budapest, it won the Grand Prize at Series Mania and is praised for its gripping narrative, high production quality, and relevance to modern AI discussions.

Rematch premiered in Europe on Arte in September/October and became available on HBO Europe (Max) and Disney+ in the UK. As of May 2025, Rematch is streaming on Disney+ in the US and UK, Max in parts of Europe, and Arte in France. Check Disney+ or Max for the latest availability in your region. It’s also available for rent/purchase on platforms like Prime Video in some markets.

Deep Blue versus Garry Kasparov was a pair of six-game chess matches between the 13th World Chess Champion Garry Kasparov and an IBM supercomputer called Deep Blue. The first match was played in 1996, from 10-17 February in Philadelphia. Kasparov won the match with score of 4–2. A rematch was played in 1997, from 3-11 May.

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Episode Guide (Based on IMDb and TVmaze)

1. Episode 1: In 1996, Kasparov faces Deep Blue in Philadelphia. IBM’s Helen Brock convinces him for a 1997 rematch, hinting at Deep Blue’s upgraded capabilities.
2. Episode 2: The 1997 rematch begins in New York. Kasparov, seen as humanity’s defender, faces a machine calculating 200 million moves per second.
3. Episode 3: Kasparov loses Round 2, escalating the psychological battle. Tensions rise as Brock ignores her team’s advice.
4. Episode 4: Kasparov vanishes before Round 4, threatening the rematch. Brock must provoke his ego to bring him back.
5. Episode 5: The match intensifies as Kasparov plays unconventional moves to test Deep Blue’s limits.
6. Episode 6: The decisive sixth game determines whether Kasparov or Deep Blue prevails, reshaping perceptions of AI.

Where to Watch

• United States: Stream on Disney+ as of May 21, 2025, or check Prime Video for rental options.
• Europe: Available on Max in Spain, Portugal, Nordics, and other regions, or Arte in France/Germany.
• UK: Stream on Disney+.
• Other Regions: Availability varies; check local streaming platforms or Federation Studios’ distribution updates.