Mr. Destiny
Mr. Destiny

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Mr. Destiny

1990
Movie
110 min
English

Larry Burrows is unhappy and feels powerless over his life. He believes his entire life could have turned out differently had he not missed that shot in a baseball game when was a kid. One night he meets this mysterious man, who could change his fate by offering him that alternative life he always dreamed of. But as Burrows embarks on this journey of self discovery he realises that even this new life has its problems and drawbacks..

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users64%
Director: James OrrGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

Larry Burrows, a despondent hardware store manager, blames his unhappiness on a single moment from his past when he struck out with the bases loaded in a crucial baseball game. When an angel appears and grants him a glimpse of what his life would have been like had he been a star player, Larry finds himself in a drastically different, yet equally unfulfilling, reality. He must then navigate this new existence to rediscover what truly matters and make amends for his past regrets.

Critical Reception

Mr. Destiny was met with mixed reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. While some praised its heartwarming premise and comedic performances, many found the storyline predictable and lacking depth. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with its sentimental themes and by-the-numbers execution failing to resonate widely.

What Reviewers Say

  • A well-intentioned but ultimately forgettable fantasy comedy.

  • James Belushi delivers a likable performance, but the film's premise feels underdeveloped.

  • Lacks the charm and wit to make its life-lesson message truly impactful.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some found the film to be a charming and lighthearted comedy with a good message about appreciating what you have, many felt it was predictable and did not live up to its potential. The performances of James Belushi and Michael Caine were often cited as highlights.

Fun Fact

Michael Caine, who plays the angel, also starred in the similar 1970 film 'The Man Who Haunted Himself,' which explored the theme of a man experiencing an alternate reality of his life.

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John Chard

John Chard

A guy walks into a bar... Larry Burrows has the distinct feeling he's missing out on something. Ever since he missed a crucial baseball shot at school that cost the championship, he's been convinced his life would have turned out better ...

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