The Call of Destiny (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1953, The Call of Destiny is a comedy and drama film directed by Georges Lacombe, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Young conductor Roberto Lombardini has never known his father who is actually a former musician, a failed piano player who has sunk into alcoholism.
Who’s in it. The Call of Destiny stars Jean Marais as Lorenzo Lombardi, Jacqueline Porel as Lucienne Lombardi, Roberto Benzi as Roberto Lombardi and Édouard Delmont as M. Galibert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Call of Destiny has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Call of Destiny page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Call of Destiny tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Call of Destiny (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Call of Destiny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Call of Destiny worth watching?
- The Call of Destiny holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Call of Destiny?
- The Call of Destiny stars Jean Marais, Jacqueline Porel, Roberto Benzi, Édouard Delmont and Charles Dechamps.
- When was The Call of Destiny released?
- The Call of Destiny was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.