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Destiny

1944-12-22 · 65 min · ★ 5.2

Crime · Drama

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 JeanGloria JeanJane Broderick
Alan CurtisAlan CurtisCliff Banks
Frank CravenFrank CravenClem Broderick
Grace McDonaldGrace McDonaldBetty
Vivian AustinVivian AustinPhyllis
Minna GombellMinna GombellMarie
Frank FentonFrank FentonSam Baker
Harry StrangHarry StrangPolice Sgt. Bronson (uncredited)
Robert HomansRobert HomansGrogan, Watchman (uncredited)
Billy WayneBilly WayneBartender (uncredited)
Selmer JacksonSelmer JacksonWarden (uncredited)
Dorothy VaughanDorothy VaughanMaggie, the Old Woman (uncredited)
Lane ChandlerLane ChandlerPatrolman (uncredited)
Ken TerrellKen TerrellRadio Patrolman (uncredited)

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