This is one of the absolute best series I've watched in years. It just has everything - a wonderful story, superbly acted, laughs, tears, anger, suspense. It's just fabulous. After I finished it, I posted a recommendation on FB, and all of my friends and family have been loving it too. First time ever that I have watched a whole series twice. Also, nothing is lost at all if you are not familiar with the game of Chess. I do not know a thing about Chess. They do an excellent job giving you the information you need to follow along. But I have a feeling that the "how to play chess" Googles are skyrocketing just because they make it look so fun! haha!