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The Hand of Fate

Præsten i Vejlby

DramaCrime
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1922-03-20
1h 21m
DA
Released
Nordisk Film Denmark

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The God-fearing vicar Niels Quist lives with his beloved daughter Mette in the small Jutland town of Vejlby. The newly elected county bailiff and local magistrate, Erik Sørensen, is the lucky fellow who wins Mette’s heart, but their happiness is short-lived: One day, the vicar’s farmhand mysteriously disappears, and all signs suggest that the vicar is the killer. But is Erik Sørensen willing and able to sentence his own true love's father to death?

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Stream The Hand of Fate online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed drama and crime movie originally produced in DA and released in 1922, it's earned a solid 8.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.

About The Hand of Fate

The God-fearing vicar Niels Quist lives with his beloved daughter Mette in the small Jutland town of Vejlby. The newly elected county bailiff and local magistrate, Erik Sørensen, is the lucky fellow who wins Mette’s heart, but their happiness is short-lived: One day, the vicar’s farmhand mysteriously disappears, and all signs suggest that the vicar is the killer. But is Erik Sørensen willing and able to sentence his own true love's father to death? Running 81 minutes.

The Hand of Fate Cast and Characters

The cast features Gunnar Tolnæs (as Erik Sørensen, herredsfoged), Viggo Wiehe (as Søren Quist, sognepræsten i Vejlby), Ingeborg Spangsfeldt (as Mette, præstens datter), Peter Nielsen (as Morten Bruus til Ingvorstrup), and Hans Christian Sørensen (as Niels Bruus). Their performances are a major reason The Hand of Fate has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Hand of Fate

There's a reason The Hand of Fate keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy DA storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is The Hand of Fate?

The Hand of Fate runs for 81 minutes (about 1.4 hour).

Is The Hand of Fate good? What's the rating?

The Hand of Fate holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.

Who is in the cast of The Hand of Fate?

The main cast includes Gunnar Tolnæs, Viggo Wiehe, Ingeborg Spangsfeldt, and Peter Nielsen, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Hand of Fate available in DA?

Yes — The Hand of Fate was originally produced in DA and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was The Hand of Fate released?

The Hand of Fate was released in 1922.

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What is The Hand of Fate about?

The Hand of Fate is a Drama/Crime film. The God-fearing vicar Niels Quist lives with his beloved daughter Mette in the small Jutland town of Vejlby. The newly elected county bailiff and local magistrate, Erik Sørensen, is the lucky fellow who wins Mette’s heart, but their happiness is short-lived: One day, the vicar’s farmhand mysteriously disappears, and all signs suggest that the vicar is the killer. But is Erik Sørensen willing and able to sentence his own true love's father to death?

When was The Hand of Fate released?

The Hand of Fate was released on March 20, 1922. It has a runtime of 1h 21m. The film was produced by Nordisk Film Denmark.

Who stars in The Hand of Fate?

The Hand of Fate stars Gunnar Tolnæs, Viggo Wiehe, Ingeborg Spangsfeldt and Peter Nielsen. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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