The Man of Destiny (1981): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1981 · Film

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Released in 1981, The Man of Destiny is a komödie and drama film directed by Desmond Davis, running about 59 minutes.

What it’s about. One of Shaw's "pleasant plays", The Man of Destiny is a one-act lighthearted comedy of egos and social hypocrisy. Set in 1796 in northern Italy, it features a battle of wits between Napoleon Bonaparte and a mysterious, daring woman who has stolen his documents. Can she really challenge the strategic mind of a general still celebrating a famous victory?

Who’s in it. The Man of Destiny stars Delphine Seyrig as The Lady, Simon Callow as Napoleon, David Troughton as Lieutenant and Niall Tóibín as Giuseppe.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man of Destiny page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Man of Destiny tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

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Where can I watch The Man of Destiny (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man of Destiny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Man of Destiny?
The Man of Destiny stars Delphine Seyrig, Simon Callow, David Troughton and Niall Tóibín.
When was The Man of Destiny released?
The Man of Destiny was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.