His Destiny (1928)
Wrongfully convicted rancher Jack Bowen (Neal Hart), imprisoned through the machinations of Dick Thompson (William Quinn), escapes from prison just as the warden (Charles Wellesley) is about to pardon him. Caught after rescuing the warden’s daughter, Betty (Barbara Kent) from her runaway carriage, Bowen is released despite the escape attempt and moves to Calgary to compete in the Stampede. Thompson tries to have Bowen killed during the competition but failing that takes Betty as a hostage and flees. Bowen, Betty’s father and others give chase.
Director: Neal Hart
Genre: Western
Runtime: 73 min
Release Date: December 10, 1928
Cast
- Neal Hart - Jack Bowen, convict 3411
- Barbara Kent - Betty Baker
- Frank Newton - Clarence Whitmore
- Charles Wellesley - Ben Baker
- Joe Quinn - Dick Thompson (as Joseph Quinn)
- Guy Weadick - Andy Moore
- Mary Cross - Peggy Whitmore
Screenplay
Editing: Fred Burnworth
Production: British Canadian Pictures
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Neal Hart
More Films in Genre: Western
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is His Destiny about?
- Wrongfully convicted rancher Jack Bowen (Neal Hart), imprisoned through the machinations of Dick Thompson (William Quinn), escapes from prison just as the warden (Charles Wellesley) is about to pardon him. Caught after rescuing the warden’s daughter, Betty (Barbara Kent) from her runaway carriage, Bowen is released despite the escape attempt and moves to Calgary to compete in the Stampede. Thompson tries to have Bowen killed during the competition but failing that takes Betty as a hostage and flees. Bowen, Betty’s father and others give chase.
- Who directed His Destiny?
- His Destiny was directed by Neal Hart.
- Who stars in His Destiny?
- His Destiny stars Neal Hart, Barbara Kent, Frank Newton, Charles Wellesley, Joe Quinn, Guy Weadick.
- How long is His Destiny?
- His Destiny has a runtime of 1h 13m (73 minutes).
- What genre is His Destiny?
- His Destiny is a Western film.
- Where was His Destiny produced?
- His Destiny was produced in Canada.