Defying Destiny (1923)

Plot Summary

Set in the small town of Riverdale, Defying Destiny opens with Jack Fenton (Monte Blue) being scarred while saving the life of his sweetheart Beth Alden (Irene Rich), whose grateful father (James Gordon), president of the local bank, offers him a job. Middle-class Jack becomes head teller, joins the country club, and plans to marry Beth, but his upwardly mobile behavior stirs resentment. When he’s falsely accused of embezzlement the town’s upper crust turns its back. Jack endures self-exile until a chance encounter with a plastic surgeon enables him to return home incognito and seek vengeance.

Full Cast & Characters

Monte Blue

Jack Fenton

Irene Rich

Beth Alden

Tully Marshall

Dr. Gregory

Jackie Saunders

Mrs. Harris

Z. Wall Covington

Sam Harris

Russell Simpson

Mr. Wilkens

James Gordon

Mr. Alden

Frona Hale

Mrs. Alden

Laura Ames

Jack Fenton's Aunt

George Reehm

The Promoter

Director & Crew

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