Anatoli Karpov - Actor Profile

Anatoli Karpov

Acting
Freshness: Feb 04, 2026
9Total Films
8.5 Highest Rated
Born: May 23, 1951
Birth Place: Zlatoust, USSR [now Russia]

About Anatoli Karpov

Anatoli Karpov is a top-ranked Russian chess player, world champion 1975-85.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Anatoli Karpov reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Anatoli Karpov's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Anatoli Karpov remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Anatoli Karpov Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Anatoli Karpov's career based on audience ratings.

★8.5
Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin (2018) movie poster
★8.5

Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin: The story of the 1978 World Chess Championship between the Soviet Communist Party's protege, Anatoly Karpov and the trai

Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin

2018•Documentary
★8.3
Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown (2014) movie poster
★8.3

Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown: Interwoven portraits of Anatoli Karpov and Garry Kasparov, whose 25-year bitter rivalry accompanied the fall of the USSR

Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown

2014•Documentary
★7.3
Red Army (2014) movie poster
★7.3

Red Army: A documentary highlighting the Soviet Union's legendary and enigmatic hockey training culture and world-dominating team

Red Army

2014•Documentary
★7.0
The Great Chess Movie (1982) movie poster
★7.0

The Great Chess Movie: In this Gilles Carle feature documentary on the game of chess, the international chess match is cast as a classic Wester

The Great Chess Movie

1982•Documentary
★6.4
Game Over: Kasparov and the Machine (2003) movie poster
★6.4

Game Over: Kasparov and the Machine: Garry Kasparov is possibly the greatest chess player who has ever lived. In 1997, he played a match against the greatest

Game Over: Kasparov and the Machine

2003•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Anatoli Karpov.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin self Super Hit Similar →
2014 Red Army Himself Hit Similar →
2014 Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown Himself Super Hit Similar →
2006 Park of the Soviet Period - Flop Similar →
2003 Game Over: Kasparov and the Machine Anatoly Karpov Average Similar →
1989 Fool's Mate Chess player Flop Similar →
1985 Computer & Co Self Flop Similar →
1982 The Great Chess Movie Self Hit Similar →
1980 Karpov Plays with Karpov Self Flop Similar →

Anatoli Karpov - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Anatoli Karpov?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Anatoli Karpov is "Closing Gambit: 1978 Korchnoi versus Karpov and the Kremlin" with a rating of 8.5/10.

How many movies has Anatoli Karpov acted in?

Anatoli Karpov has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Anatoli Karpov?

Other notable films include "Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown", "Red Army", and "The Great Chess Movie".