A Time of Destiny (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1988, A Time of Destiny is a drama and war film directed by Gregory Nava, running about 118 minutes. “He was Josie's brother. And Jack's best friend. And he would stop at nothing to destroy them.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. World War II provides the setting for a melodramatic tale of love and revenge.
Who’s in it. A Time of Destiny stars William Hurt as Martin Larraneta, Timothy Hutton as Jack, Melissa Leo as Josie Larraneta and Stockard Channing as Margaret, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, A Time of Destiny has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Time of Destiny page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Time of Destiny tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Time of Destiny (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Time of Destiny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Time of Destiny worth watching?
- A Time of Destiny holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Time of Destiny?
- A Time of Destiny stars William Hurt, Timothy Hutton, Melissa Leo, Stockard Channing and Megan Follows.
- When was A Time of Destiny released?
- A Time of Destiny was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.