A Time of Destiny
“He was Josie's brother. And Jack's best friend. And he would stop at nothing to destroy them.”
Synopsis
World War II provides the setting for a melodramatic tale of love and revenge.
Top Cast
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William Hurt
Martin Larraneta
Timothy Hutton
Jack
Melissa Leo
Josie Larraneta
Stockard Channing
Margaret
Megan Follows
Irene
Francisco Rabal
Jorge Larraneta
Concha Hidalgo
Sebastiana
Frederick Coffin
Ed
Peter Palmer
Policeman
Kelly Pacheco
Young Josie
Allan Chambers
Gas Station Attendant
John O'Leary
Father Basil
Darin Willis
Bellboy
Charmaine Glennon
Sister at Desk
Justin Gocke
Young Martin
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 22, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory Nava
- Screenplay & Story
- Gregory Nava, Anna Thomas
- Original Score
- Ennio Morricone
- Original Title
- A Time of Destiny
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Yugoslavia
- Spoken Languages
- Basque, English
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Jadran Film, Alive Films, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory Nava
Gregory Nava, Anna Thomas
Ennio Morricone
James Glennon
Betsy Blankett Milicevic
Carolyn Pfeiffer, Shep Gordon, Anna Thomas
Department Leadership Roster
Durinda Wood
Costume Design
James Glennon
Director of Photography
Henry Bumstead
Production Design
Anna Thomas
Producer
Eddie Stacey
Stunt Coordinator
Gregory Nava
Director
Gregory Nava
Writer
Anna Thomas
Writer
Ennio Morricone
Original Music Composer
Jack Gill
Stunt Coordinator
Betsy Blankett Milicevic
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Time of Destiny.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Time of Destiny
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Time of Destiny about?
World War II provides the setting for a melodramatic tale of love and revenge.
Who directed A Time of Destiny?
A Time of Destiny was directed by Gregory Nava.
Who stars in A Time of Destiny?
The principal cast of A Time of Destiny includes William Hurt, Timothy Hutton, Melissa Leo, Stockard Channing, Megan Follows.
When was A Time of Destiny released and how long is it?
A Time of Destiny was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for A Time of Destiny?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Time of Destiny was composed by Ennio Morricone.