Destiny
Synopsis
Framed for two crimes he didn't commit, and betrayed by his girl, Cliff Banks finds himself on the run from the police. Now distrustful of everyone, he finds a safe haven hiding out at a quaint country cottage under the care of a kindly old farmer and his daughter, a Cinderella-like blind woman who seems to be able to communicate with nature. There he is forced by their love to question his misanthropy.
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Top Cast
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Gloria Jean
Jane Broderick
Alan Curtis
Cliff Banks
Frank Craven
Clem Broderick
Grace McDonald
Betty
Vivian Austin
Phyllis
Minna Gombell
Marie
Frank Fenton
Sam Baker
Harry Strang
Police Sgt. Bronson (uncredited)
Robert Homans
Grogan, Watchman (uncredited)
Billy Wayne
Bartender (uncredited)
Selmer Jackson
Warden (uncredited)
Dorothy Vaughan
Maggie, the Old Woman (uncredited)
Lane Chandler
Patrolman (uncredited)
Ken Terrell
Radio Patrolman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 22, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reginald Le Borg, Julien Duvivier
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Chanslor, Ernest Pascal
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner, Alexander Tansman
- Original Title
- Destiny
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reginald Le Borg, Julien Duvivier
Roy Chanslor, Ernest Pascal
Frank Skinner, Alexander Tansman
George Robinson, Paul Ivano
Paul Landres
Charles Boyer, Julien Duvivier, Howard Benedict
Department Leadership Roster
Roy Chanslor
Screenplay
Reginald Le Borg
Director
Ernest Pascal
Screenplay
George Robinson
Director of Photography
Paul Ivano
Director of Photography
Frank Skinner
Original Music Composer
Paul Landres
Editor
Julien Duvivier
Director
Alexander Tansman
Original Music Composer
Charles Boyer
Producer
Julien Duvivier
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Destiny
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What is Destiny about?
Framed for two crimes he didn't commit, and betrayed by his girl, Cliff Banks finds himself on the run from the police. Now distrustful of everyone, he finds a safe haven hiding out at a quaint country cottage under the care of a kindly old farmer and his daughter, a Cinderella-like blind woman who seems to be able to communicate with nature. There he is forced by their love to question his misanthropy.
Who directed Destiny?
Destiny was directed by Reginald Le Borg, Julien Duvivier.
Who stars in Destiny?
The principal cast of Destiny includes Gloria Jean, Alan Curtis, Frank Craven, Grace McDonald, Vivian Austin.
When was Destiny released and how long is it?
Destiny was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Destiny?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Destiny was composed by Frank Skinner, Alexander Tansman.