Endgame
Overview
After the tragic loss of his fiancée, chess prodigy Arkady Balagan retreats into the confines of his hotel, becoming agoraphobic and avoiding the outside world. Despite his self-imposed isolation, Balagan's brilliant mind remains sharp, allowing him to tackle complex criminal cases. Using his strategic thinking to unravel mysteries, he navigates the challenges of both his personal demons and the intricate puzzles of the crimes he investigates, proving that brilliance can thrive even in confinement.
Episodes
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1
Opening Moves
Danni urgently approaches Balagan, asking him to locate a missing boy. With time running out, Balagan recruits Sam and Alcina to assist him in the sea...
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2
Turkish Hold'em
During a tense poker game, a bold heist unfolds, leaving Hugo no choice but to seek Balagan's assistance. In response, the chess master devises an int...
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3
The Caffeine Hit
A sharply dressed man finds himself waking up on the sidewalk, barefoot and without a wallet, with no recollection of who he is. The sole clue in his ...
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4
The Other Side of Summer
Hugo sets aside his pride and reaches out to Balagan for assistance. Meanwhile, Walt, Hugo’s mentor in the police force, is preparing for retirement...
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5
I Killed Her
A cryptic doctor confronts Balagan, claiming that he is implicated in the murder of a woman discovered in the hotel pool amidst a Psychiatric Conferen...
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6
Fearful Symmetry
When a frightened family seeks Balagan's assistance to unravel the mystery behind the bombing of their car, his focus shifts unexpectedly as he finds ...
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7
Gorillas in our Midst
Captivated by a stunning Chinese cryptologist, Sam persuades Balagan to tackle a complex puzzle linked to a crucial secret and a charming yet deceitfu...
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8
The White Queen
The commanding heiress of the Huxley Hotel dynasty arrives for a surprise inspection and enlists Balagan's assistance in locating her son, who has van...
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9
Huxley, We Have a Problem
When Balagan's longtime friend, the charismatic Russian cosmonaut Oleg Olesky, arrives at the Huxley, he brings excitement along with him. Oleg is set...
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10
Bless This Union
During a lavish Indian wedding reception, the hotel safe is unexpectedly stolen from, leaving the heartbroken couple desperate for assistance. They tu...
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11
Mr Black
Balagan finds himself in a high-stakes chess match against a computer when his anonymous online rival discloses that the game’s outcome could determ...
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12
Polar Opposites
A famous rock star enlists Balagan's help to track down $200,000 that was taken from him. The investigation leads Balagan into a chaotic world filled ...
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13
Deadman Talking
When Balagan delves into the unexpected passing of a hotel security guard, he finds himself confronting his deepest fears.
