Flight from Destiny (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1941, Flight from Destiny is a drama and crime film directed by Vincent Sherman, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. After his doctor informs him he will die in six months, Professor Henry Todhunter decides to spend his last days killing someone who contributes nothing but harm to society. When Henry learns that his friend Betty's husband, Michael, has been painting forgeries of ancient paintings for gallery owner Ketti Moret, he investigates the fraudulent dealer's life. Judging that Ketti is truly evil, Henry prepares to murder her.
Who’s in it. Flight from Destiny stars Geraldine Fitzgerald as Betty Farroway, Thomas Mitchell as Prof. Henry Todhunter, Jeffrey Lynn as Michael Farroway and James Stephenson as Dr. Lawrence 'Larry' Stevens, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Flight from Destiny 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 Flight from Destiny page.
If you liked it. Fans of Flight from Destiny tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Flight from Destiny (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flight from Destiny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Flight from Destiny worth watching?
- Flight from Destiny holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Flight from Destiny?
- Flight from Destiny stars Geraldine Fitzgerald, Thomas Mitchell, Jeffrey Lynn, James Stephenson and Mona Maris.
- When was Flight from Destiny released?
- Flight from Destiny was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.