

Destiny
1944-12-22 · 65 min · ★ 5.2
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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- Directors
- Reginald Le Borg, Julien Duvivier
- Production companies
- Universal Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Gloria JeanJane Broderick
Alan CurtisCliff Banks
Frank CravenClem Broderick
Grace McDonaldBetty
Vivian AustinPhyllis
Minna GombellMarie
Frank FentonSam Baker
Harry StrangPolice Sgt. Bronson (uncredited)
Robert HomansGrogan, Watchman (uncredited)
Billy WayneBartender (uncredited)
Selmer JacksonWarden (uncredited)
Dorothy VaughanMaggie, the Old Woman (uncredited)
Lane ChandlerPatrolman (uncredited)
Ken TerrellRadio Patrolman (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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