Openings

It seemed very risky to dedicate an entire chapter to the childhood of the protagonist in the orphanage, but in general it was good in chapter. I finished it in just one day

The Queen's Gambit is a stunner!. It's a compelling, emotionally satisfying story that unfolds beautifully, with finely-etched characters, riveting intensity and suspense, authentically-researched sets and costumes, perfectly-selected period songs that contribute to the moods and textures of each episode, and fine cinematography. Hooks you from the beginning. I watched all seven episodes in two evenings . . . and I don't even know or play chess!

Episode 1 is simply magnetic. From second 1 till the end.

Was so shocked by this episode. I'm a big Anya Taylor-Joy fan, and had mostly tuned in to see her work, so I was (pleasantly) taken aback by this episode's focus on the younger version of the character, who's played by a different young actress. She was great! And what a great way to get everyone to focus on the character rather than the production value (which is also excellent). Also, the quietly radical diversity of the cast in this episode is a breath of fresh air for anyone who loves period pieces as much as I do. And the drugged-out ceiling chess!! Yaassss!

Wow... this episode did not fail at all in gripping me into the show. The story is just so interesting and the feel of the episode was so intimate and I was able to connect with the main character Beth. The writing and directing was superb and the pacing is perfect, keeping you interested all throughout.