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The Man of Destiny

198159mMovieDramaComedy

One of Shaw's "pleasant plays", The Man of Destiny is a one-act lighthearted comedy of egos and social hypocrisy. Set in 1796 in northern Italy, it features a battle of wits between Napoleon Bonaparte and a mysterious, daring woman who has…

DirectorDesmond Davis
WriterGeorge Bernard Shaw

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Cast · Directed by Desmond Davis

DSDelphine Seyrig
Delphine Seyrig
The Lady
SCSimon Callow
Simon Callow
Napoleon
DTDavid Troughton
David Troughton
Lieutenant
NTNiall Tóibín
Niall Tóibín
Giuseppe

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The Man of Destiny — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Man of Destiny?

The Man of Destiny isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Man of Destiny on Netflix?

No, The Man of Destiny is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Man of Destiny on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Man of Destiny isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Man of Destiny for free?

The Man of Destiny isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Man of Destiny?

The Man of Destiny hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 23, 1981. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.