

Meant to Be
2012, English. Directed by Bradley Dorsey.
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When 20-year old Nathan loses his career and his girlfriend, he questions his purpose in life. Compounding his struggle, Nathan grew up in a foster home and never met his birth mother. He sets out on a quest to find his mother and somehow come to terms with her rejection of him. His journey begins by flying to the city where he was born. Upon his arrival, Nathan checks into a hotel and meets Mave the hotel's housekeeper. Encouraged by Mave's wisdom and the help of hotel guest Shelly, Nathan finds the address of his mother, Linda. Linda is a social worker who agonizes over the decision she made with Nathan 20 years ago. In an effort to admonish the guilt of giving up her son, Linda is caught up in the life of a teenage mother-to-be, Tori, who is conflicted by the decision to abort her baby. When Nathan gathers the courage to meet his mother, he uncovers a terrible secret that totally redefines what was meant to be for his life.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 27 December 2012
- Country
- United States of America
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Meant to Be runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
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Meant to Be parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Meant to Be is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Meant to Be on?
Meant to Be isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Meant to Be?
If you liked Meant to Be, try The Forge, A Question of Faith, The Girl Who Believes in Miracles.
Who directed Meant to Be?
Meant to Be (2012) was directed by Bradley Dorsey and stars Bradley Dorsey, Erika Eleniak, Erin Sossamon.