Endgame

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  • 2011
  • 1 Season
  • 7.5  (3,791)

Endgame from Showcase is a Canadian television show that aired back in 2011. It features a star-studded cast that includes Torrance Coombs, Patrick Gallagher, and Katharine Isabelle. The show revolves around Arkady Balagan, a chess master and former world champion who has turned into a detective after losing his ability to play the game he loves.

Arkady is a charismatic and eccentric character, who is also a world-class problem solver. He uses his chess skills to solve crimes and mysteries while constantly battling his own demons. The show is set in the luxurious hotel 'The Huxley' in Vancouver, where Arkady resides after falling from grace following a family tragedy.

Despite being confined to the hotel, he uses his wit and intellect to solve complicated cases, with the help of his assistant Sam Besht and security officer Hugo Lum. The character of Arkady is portrayed as an intellectual superhero who uses chess to solve seemingly unsolvable problems.

Each episode of the show features different cases that require Arkady's unique talents. These cases range from kidnappings to murders, and Arkady's clients range from rich socialites to underworld criminals. The show's unique selling point is the role that chess plays in each episode. Arkady uses the game as a metaphor for life and uses it to solve complex problems that seem impossible to others.

Patrick Gallagher plays the role of Arkady's friend and confidant Hugo Lum, the hotel's formidable head of security. Hugo is protective of Arkady and always has his back in the dangerous situations they often find themselves in. Katharine Isabelle plays the role of Sam Besht, a hotel maid turned Arkady's assistant. She becomes an integral part of Arkady's team and helps him navigate the outside world.

Torrance Coombs plays the role of Arkady with a sense of charm and eccentricity. His portrayal of the character is nothing short of outstanding, and his ability to imbue the character with a sense of childlike wonder and intelligence is a testament to his acting skills.

The show's focus on chess is evident in every episode, with chess metaphors and analogies that are woven throughout the story. The show's writing is excellent, with strong character development and engaging dialogue that keeps the viewers on the edge of their seats.

The production value of the show is top-notch, with stunning cinematography and set designs that showcase the luxurious Huxley hotel. The show's soundtrack is also noteworthy, with a mix of classical and contemporary music that sets the mood for each scene.

Overall, Endgame is a unique and engaging show that is sure to captivate chess enthusiasts and mystery lovers alike. It is an intelligent and well-written show that features stellar performances from its cast, particularly Torrance Coombs, who steals the show with his portrayal of Arkady Balagan. The show's use of chess metaphors and analogies adds a layer of depth and complexity to each episode that keeps the viewers hooked till the very end.

Endgame is a series that ran for 1 seasons (13 episodes) between March 14, 2011 and on Showcase

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Seasons
Deadman Talking
13. Deadman Talking
June 13, 2011
After Balagan investigates the sudden death of a hotel security guard, he is forced to face his worst nightmare.
Polar Opposites
12. Polar Opposites
June 6, 2011
A rock star hires Balagan to find $200,000 stolen from him - a mystery that also involves colourful groupies, a missing polar bear, and the kidnapped grandmother of Danni's estranged husband.
Mr. Black
11. Mr. Black
May 30, 2011
Balagan is forced to match his chess skills against a computer when his anonymous online opponent reveals that he is playing for lethally high stakes - the lives of a group of innocent hostages.
Bless This Union
10. Bless This Union
May 16, 2011
When the hotel safe is robbed during an extravagant Indian wedding celebration, the distraught couple asks Balagan to help recover their stolen gifts- but is it an inside job or the work of professionals?
Huxley, We Have a Problem
9. Huxley, We Have a Problem
May 9, 2011
A boisterous reunion between Balagan and his longtime buddy, a Russian cosmonaut, is interrupted when an aerospace engineer plunges to his death and Balagan's friend is accused of the murder.
The White Queen
8. The White Queen
May 2, 2011
When the imperious heiress of the Huxley Hotel Empire descends for an inspection, she coerces Balagan into helping her find her son, who has mysteriously disappeared.
Gorillas in Our Midst
7. Gorillas in Our Midst
April 25, 2011
Smitten by a beautiful Chinese cryptologist, Sam convinces Balagan to try to solve an intricate puzzle involving a vital secret and an attractive, conniving female journalist.
Fearful Symmetry
6. Fearful Symmetry
April 18, 2011
Enlisted by a terrified family to help solve the inexplicable bombing of their car, Balagan is sidetracked by an unexpected match with a 16-year-old world chess champion.
I Killed Her
5. I Killed Her
April 11, 2011
A mysterious doctor tells Balagan that he is responsible for the murder of a woman found in the hotel pool during a Psychiatric Conference, drawing Balagan into a complex and dangerous game.
The Other Side of Summer
4. The Other Side of Summer
April 1, 2011
In order to help his former mentor on the police force, Hugo is forced to ask Balagan for help in solving a baffling decades-old cold case about a missing teenage girl.
The Caffeine Hit
3. The Caffeine Hit
March 28, 2011
Hired by a desperate amnesiac, Balagan begins to unravel the man's complicated identity while battling with Pippa over the investigation into his fiancée's murder.
Turkish Hold Em
2. Turkish Hold Em
March 21, 2011
A daring robbery during a high-stakes poker game forces Hugo to ask Balagan for help, prompting the chess master to create his own complex plot to trap the culprit.
Opening Moves
1. Opening Moves
March 14, 2011
Balagan's first case is launched when Danni pleads with him to find a missing boy and, in a race against time, he enlists Sam and Alcina to help.
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Where to Watch Endgame
Endgame is available for streaming on the Showcase website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Endgame on demand at Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    March 14, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (3,791)