Manoel’s Destinies (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1984, Manoel’s Destinies is a fantasy and drama film directed by Raúl Ruiz, running about 152 minutes.
What it’s about. When the child Manuel wanders into a garden that is off-limits to him, he meets an unidentified fisherman, and another boy -- the boy is actually himself several years down the road. Manuel experiences three different versions of his encounters in the garden, revealing that fate can have several twists and turns in one's life, depending on decisions that are made early on.
Who’s in it. Manoel’s Destinies stars Ruben de Freitas as Manuel(7 years old), Teresa Madruga as Manuel's Mother, Fernando Heitor as Manuel's Father and Marco Paulo de Freitas as Manuel(13 years old), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Manoel’s Destinies has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manoel’s Destinies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manoel’s Destinies tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manoel’s Destinies (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manoel’s Destinies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manoel’s Destinies worth watching?
- Manoel’s Destinies holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manoel’s Destinies?
- Manoel’s Destinies stars Ruben de Freitas, Teresa Madruga, Fernando Heitor, Marco Paulo de Freitas and Diogo Dória.
- When was Manoel’s Destinies released?
- Manoel’s Destinies was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 152 minutes.