Imagine if one day, out of the blue, your wildest dreams came true! That's exactly what happens to junior executive Larry Burrows (James Belushi -- TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS) when he bumps into a mysterious stranger (Michael... more » Caine -- MISS CONGENIALITY, CIDER HOUSE RULES). Instantly, Larry's ho-hum life becomes his ultimate fantasy -- huge mansion, beautiful wife, cars galore. But before long, his new lifestyle isn't so enchanting. Ultimately, Larry discovers it's going to take a lot more than wishful thinking to get back to where he once belonged! Co-starring Linda Hamilton and comedian Jon Lovitz, MR. DESTINY is a delightful rags-to-riches comedy brimming with totally magical entertainment!« less
Sharon F. (Shar) from AVON PARK, FL Reviewed on 6/12/2021...
Great movie (with some young actors that are still in the business). Goes to show you that even if your dreams come true, there's more to life.
K. K. (GAMER) Reviewed on 1/15/2021...
Dated but alot of fun with lots of young actors that you know - James Belushi, Linda Hamilton, Rene Russo, Michael Caine and more.
Jennifer D. (jennicat) from ST AUGUSTINE, FL Reviewed on 3/29/2014...
This movie was so different from any movie I had seen that I just had to buy it. (Of course that was when I saw it in the theatre). Love it.
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Jennifer G. (JennaG) from KINGSLAND, GA Reviewed on 12/23/2011...
I watched this movie when I was younger with my parents. It teaches valuable lessons everyone should know, so hopefully they won't have to experience it themselves. It makes you think twice about always wondering what your life would have have been like if you had just...!
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Movie Reviews
Feel-good movie
09/21/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Would love to see this released again--including DVD. It is a movie you MUST have in your collection. Like "It's a Wonderful Life", it makes you realize what you have is maybe all you REALLY want."
Go forward with your life!
S. Brand | United States | 01/12/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Mr. Destiny is not only fun entertainment, it deals with the question every person asks at some time in their life: How would my life be different now if only I had....? James Belushi charmingly plays the man who lost his job, and finds himself wishing he could change his past and start over. He finds his chance to do just that after a little magical intervention by Mr. Destiny (Michael Caine). With just one change in his past...from losing the big baseball game, to winning it, Belushi's life takes a different path. Suddenly plopped into his new life, with a different wife and a different job, he encounters many troublesome adventures...humorous for the viewer, but disastrous for Belushi. Just at the point of hopelessness, Mr. Destiny intervenes again, but I won't give away anymore of the plot here. I loved Belushi's character... in spite of his troubles, he confronts all situations with grace and humor. The movie is sweet, funny, and even carries an encouraging message: Don't regret the past, but go forward and make the best of what you've got!"
An unforgetable Movie
07/26/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It's been 5 years since I last saw this movie, but it sticks in my head like yesterday. Jim Beulushi is awesome in Mr. Destiny, along with his co-stars, Linda Hamilton and Renee Russo. I have been looking everywhere for this video. I would love to see Amazon.com release this movie for viewers like myself. I'd be grateful."
Real eye opener!!!!!!!!
larry ybarra | Heart of Texas | 08/10/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"how often do you wonder if an event in your life would have had an impact on your future??? what if you would have a chance to re-live that moment once again??? would your life be differnt??? too many times we torment our present lives only to realize that we are better off the way we now live. after seeing this movie you realize that just like in "The Wizard of Oz" or "It's a Wonderful Life" happiness is always in front of you and the past is just a lesson in becoming a a better person cause you appreciate what you have and not what you might have had. :O) great family movie and it should be re-released."
This is a movie you can watch over and over
larry ybarra | 01/16/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is a real sleeper, I found it late one night on HBO or showtime, John Belushi is great and with supporting actors like Michael Cane, this is a great movie, leaves you feeling good about life!"