The first episode of the first trilogy of the animated film "CHECKMATED" opens the story of 1981. The trilogy will talk about the youth of the three main characters: Ton-Sterner Braxton, Salvador Mitchell, Eleanor Winfrey and Adara Winston

2007. London. Ton-Sterner Braxton is a great chess player and a respected person in society. Awarded the title of International Master (IM) with an established FIDE rating of 2800. In the present time, he is actively respected in society, wins the most difficult games of chess. Darren Braxton is the son of Ton, whom he dreams of drawing into the chess game and making an intellectual prodigy who will continue his father's career with dignity. But Darren is not interested in chess at all. He prefers a wild lifestyle more and does not think much about the future. Ton Braxton valiantly holds the status of one of the best chess players of his city and country. But very soon, his position in society will change.—Hailey Dwight