Destiny
"Love is Stronger Than Death"
Originally released in 1921. Destiny is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Fritz Lang.
Starring Lil Dagover, Walter Janssen, and Bernhard Goetzke
Synopsis
As a young couple stops and rests in a small village inn, the man is abducted by Death and is sequestered behind a huge doorless, windowless wall. The woman finds a mystic entrance and is met by Death, who tells her three separate stories set in exotic locales, all involving circumstances similar to hers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 6, 1921
104 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (165 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lil Dagover
as Young Woman / Zobeide / Mona Fiametta / Tiao Tsien
Walter Janssen
as Young Man / Frank / Gianfrancesco / Liang
Bernhard Goetzke
as Death / El Mot / Archer
Hans Sternberg
as Mayor
Karl Rückert
as Reverend
Max Adalbert
as Notary / Chancellor
Wilhelm Diegelmann
as Doctor
Erich Pabst
as Teacher
Karl Platen
as Pharmacist
Hermann Picha
as Taylor
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Decla-Bioscop
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Destiny about?
As a young couple stops and rests in a small village inn, the man is abducted by Death and is sequestered behind a huge doorless, windowless wall. The woman finds a mystic entrance and is met by De...
Who directed Destiny?
Destiny was directed by Fritz Lang.
How long is Destiny?
Destiny has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Destiny released?
Destiny was released on October 6, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Destiny?
The main cast of Destiny includes Lil Dagover, Walter Janssen, Bernhard Goetzke, Hans Sternberg, Karl Rückert.
Is Destiny worth watching?
Destiny has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 165 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.