Screen Rant

  • Beth has several different father figures in The Queen's Gambit. 1 / 7

    Anya Taylor Joy as Beth in Queen's Gambit vertical

  • But Mr. Shaibel is the true paternal presence in her life. 2 / 7

    Bill Camp as Mr. Shaibel in The Queen's Gambit vertical

  • Shaibel taught Beth chess and encouraged her abilities. 3 / 7

    The Queen's Gambit white outfit vertical

  • Despite being stoic, he was loving and respectful in his own way. 4 / 7

    Bill Camp as Shaibel in Queen's Gambit vertical

  • Whereas Beth's real and adoptive fathers were neglectful or abusive. 5 / 7

    Anya Taylor Joy as Beth in The Queen's Gambit vertical

  • Throughout her ups and downs, Beth reiterates how much Shaibel means to her. 6 / 7

    Isla Johnstone as Beth in Queen's Gambit vertical

  • And their relationship becomes clear when Beth finds his "proud dad" bulletin board. 7 / 7

    Bill Camp as Mr. Shaibel in Queen's Gambit vertical (2)