Destiny's Toy (1916)
Young Nan was rescued from a shipwreck by a man who becomes her foster father. Years later, when he dies, she moves to a nearby city and unknowingly gets involved with a criminal gang. When the gang attempts and fails to rob wealthy Thomas Carter's home, Nan finally discovers what they are and tells the police all she knows, resulting in the imprisonment of Bad Riley, the gang's leader. Grateful, the Carter family takes Nan into their home, to replace a young daughter who had drowned years before, and the young son, Rev. Robert Carter, begins a romance with her. However, the jailed Riley soon escapes and comes after Nan.
Director: John B. O'Brien
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: June 15, 1916
Cast
- Louise Huff - Nan Barton
- John Bowers - Rev. Robert Carter
- Jack W. Johnston - Thomas Carter
- Tammany Young - Tick
- Kate Lester - Mrs. Calvin
- John T. Dillon - Bad Riley
Screenplay
Production: Famous Players Film Company
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: John B. O'Brien
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Destiny's Toy about?
- Young Nan was rescued from a shipwreck by a man who becomes her foster father. Years later, when he dies, she moves to a nearby city and unknowingly gets involved with a criminal gang. When the gang attempts and fails to rob wealthy Thomas Carter's home, Nan finally discovers what they are and tells the police all she knows, resulting in the imprisonment of Bad Riley, the gang's leader. Grateful, the Carter family takes Nan into their home, to replace a young daughter who had drowned years before, and the young son, Rev. Robert Carter, begins a romance with her. However, the jailed Riley soon escapes and comes after Nan.
- Who directed Destiny's Toy?
- Destiny's Toy was directed by John B. O'Brien.
- Who stars in Destiny's Toy?
- Destiny's Toy stars Louise Huff, John Bowers, Jack W. Johnston, Tammany Young, Kate Lester, John T. Dillon.
- How long is Destiny's Toy?
- Destiny's Toy has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Destiny's Toy?
- Destiny's Toy is a Drama film.
- Where was Destiny's Toy produced?
- Destiny's Toy was produced in United States of America.