Destiny (1977): cast, story & where to watch

1977 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 1977, Destiny is a drama, war and history film directed by Yevgeni Matveyev, running about 170 minutes.

What it’s about. A war comes to the life of the heroes of "Earthy Love" (1975).

Who’s in it. Destiny stars Yevgeni Matveyev as Zakhar Deryugin, Zinaida Kirienko as Efrosinya Deryugina, Olga Ostroumova as Manya Polivanova and Yuriy Yakovlev as Tikhon Bryukhanov, regional committee secretary, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Destiny sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Destiny tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Destiny (1977)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Destiny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Destiny worth watching?
Destiny holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Destiny?
Destiny stars Yevgeni Matveyev, Zinaida Kirienko, Olga Ostroumova, Yuriy Yakovlev and Valeriya Zaklunnaya.
When was Destiny released?
Destiny was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 170 minutes.