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The 39 Steps

1935·Movie·NR·86 min·7.3(1,051)

Handcuffed to the girl who double-crossed him

Richard Hanney has a rude awakening when a glamorous female spy falls into his bed - with a knife in her back. Having a bit of trouble explaining it all to Scotland Yard, he heads for the hills of Scotland to try to clear his name by locating the spy ring known as The 39 Steps.

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Where to watch The 39 Steps in United States

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Where is The 39 Steps streaming around the world?

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United StatesAmazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
IndiaJustWatch TV, Artiflix, Plex
United KingdomAmazon Prime Video, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JustWatch TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Criterion Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JustWatch TVApple TV Store
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GermanyJustWatch TV, Artiflix, Popcorntimes, Plex
FranceJustWatch TV, Artiflix, PlexApple TV Store
SpainAmazon Prime Video, Filmin, FlixOlé, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
BrazilLooke, Belas Artes à La Carte, JustWatch TV, Artiflix
JapanAmazon Prime Video, FOD Channel Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, FODAmazon Video

About The 39 Steps

The 39 Steps is a 1935 English-language mystery and thriller film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The cast is led by Robert Donat, Madeleine Carroll, Lucie Mannheim. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 1100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV.

The 39 Steps was produced by Gaumont-British Picture Corporation and made in United Kingdom. It was released on June 6, 1935, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Alfred Hitchcock
Release date
June 6, 1935
OTT release
December 25, 2015
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom
Budget
$0 million
Production
Gaumont-British Picture Corporation
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The 39 Steps cast & crew

The 39 Steps was directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

The cast features Robert Donat as Richard Hannay, Madeleine Carroll as Pamela, Lucie Mannheim as Annabella Smith, Godfrey Tearle as Professor Jordan, Peggy Ashcroft as The Crofter's Wife Margaret, and John Laurie as John the Crofter.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jack Beaver, cinematography is by Bernard Knowles, and it was produced by Michael Balcon.

Is The 39 Steps worth watching?

The 39 Steps holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 1,051 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed mystery films.

At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy mystery and thriller, The 39 Steps is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The 39 Steps

In United States, you can stream The 39 Steps on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, and Philo, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.

It first became available to stream digitally on December 25, 2015.

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Cast of The 39 Steps

Robert Donat

Robert Donat

Richard Hannay

Madeleine Carroll

Madeleine Carroll

Pamela

Lucie Mannheim

Lucie Mannheim

Annabella Smith

Godfrey Tearle

Godfrey Tearle

Professor Jordan

Peggy Ashcroft

Peggy Ashcroft

The Crofter's Wife Margaret

John Laurie

John Laurie

John the Crofter

Helen Haye

Helen Haye

Louisa Jordan

Frank Cellier

Frank Cellier

Sheriff Watson

Wylie Watson

Wylie Watson

Mr. Memory

Gus McNaughton

Gus McNaughton

Salesman on the Flying Scotsman

Jerry Verno

Jerry Verno

Salesman on the Flying Scotsman

Peggy Simpson

Peggy Simpson

The Jordans' Maid

The 39 Steps — FAQs

Where can I watch The 39 Steps in United States?

The 39 Steps is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel in United States.

Is The 39 Steps on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The 39 Steps is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is The 39 Steps in?

The 39 Steps is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The 39 Steps?

The 39 Steps runs 1 hours 26 minutes (86 minutes).

What is The 39 Steps rated?

The 39 Steps is rated NR. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 1,051 ratings.

When did The 39 Steps release on OTT?

The 39 Steps became available digitally on December 25, 2015.

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