Mr. Destiny (1990): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Mr. Destiny is a 1990 fantasy comedy directed by James Orr, starring Michael Caine, Jay O. Sanders and Maury Chaykin. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $15.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 35% on Rotten Tomatoes and 34 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 50m (110 min)
- Director
- James Orr
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Buena Vista Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mr. Destiny About?
The premise of Mr. Destiny without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
On his 35th birthday, Larry's life is falling apart. A chance encounter with a mysterious bartender, played by Michael Caine, sends him back to his high school years. Suddenly, he's reliving his baseball glory days with the opportunity to change his past. As he navigates this second chance, Larry must confront the choices he’s made and consider the true meaning of happiness and fulfillment.
Mr. Destiny Themes & Keywords
· 20 tags- birthday party
- regret
- mistress
- teenager
- baseball
- woman slaps a man
- tree
- dog
- slapped in the face
- sports team
- taxi
- servant
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- rags to riches
- mansion
- femme fatale
- drink
- bartender
- alternate history
- bar
- destiny
Mr. Destiny Cast
Michael Caine leads the cast, with Jay O. Sanders and Maury Chaykin. Directed by James Orr; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director James Orr
Also Starring in Mr. Destiny
· 6 moreMore from James Orr
More films directed by James Orr: The Night Before the Night Before Christmas, Christmas in Wonderland, Man of the House and Young Harry Houdini.
Mr. Destiny Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Mr. Destiny 35% on Rotten Tomatoes and 34 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 35% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 56%
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Metacritic 34 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 62% User score
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Mr. Destiny Plot Summary
What happens in Mr. Destiny from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As Larry Burrows reflects on his 35th birthday, the seemingly ordinary day spirals into a whirlwind of comedic and dramatic escapades. This day serves as a poignant reminder of unresolved feelings stemming from his past, particularly the haunting moment from his 15th birthday — a missed opportunity during the state high school baseball championship game that left him with an unshakeable sense of regret. Consumed by a tumultuous stream of “what ifs,” he finds himself wondering how different his life might be had he landed that pivotal home run.
Full summary
The whole story of Mr. Destiny, scene by scene
Mr. Destiny Box Office
Mr. Destiny grossed $15.4 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$15.4M
- US & Canada
- $15.4M
Mr. Destiny Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Mr. Destiny.
How Well Do You Know Mr. Destiny?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What significant event in Larry's life does he regret on his 35th birthday?
Cars in Mr. Destiny
21 cars on screen, including the Chamonix Spyder 550 and the 1974 Checker Taxicab.
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1975 Ford LTD Country Squire Important role
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Mr. Destiny FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Mr. Destiny, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mr. Destiny?
Mr. Destiny runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
When was Mr. Destiny released?
Mr. Destiny was released on October 12, 1990.
Who directed Mr. Destiny?
Mr. Destiny was directed by James Orr.
More films by James Orr Who is in the cast of Mr. Destiny?
Mr. Destiny stars Michael Caine, Jay O. Sanders and Maury Chaykin, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Mr. Destiny make at the box office?
Mr. Destiny grossed $15.4 million worldwide.
How is Mr. Destiny rated?
Mr. Destiny has 35% on Rotten Tomatoes, 34 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Does Mr. Destiny have a post-credit scene?
No. Mr. Destiny has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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