---
title: "The Thirty Nine Steps"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-thirty-nine-steps-1978"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 60287
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Thirty Nine Steps (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-thirty-nine-steps-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Thirty Nine Steps is a 1978 mystery and thriller film directed by Don Sharp, serving as the third film version of the 1915 novel. Set in 1914, it follows mining engineer Richard Hannay, who is framed for murder by Prussian sleeper agents and flees to Scotland with the aid of Alex Mackenzie to clear his name.

Running for 1 hour and 42 minutes, the film combines historical setting with suspense as the protagonist evades Chief Supt Lomas while trying to stop the agents from pre-starting World War I.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An innocent engineer flees across Scotland in 1914 to stop Prussian sleeper agents."

### Why Watch
- It is the third film version of the 1915 novel.
- It features a tense plot involving a framed mining engineer fleeing to Scotland.
- It belongs to the mystery and thriller genres.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Information regarding where to stream the film is not provided in the sources.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone and pacing reflect a mystery and thriller film with a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1914-setting, #fugitive-thriller, #wrongfully-accused, #british-mystery, #historical-suspense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Thirty Nine Steps (1978)?
Streaming availability is not specified in the provided sources.

### Q: Is The Thirty Nine Steps (1978) worth watching?
It is the third film version of the 1915 novel and features a mystery and thriller plot with a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes.

### Q: What is the binge duration for The Thirty Nine Steps (1978)?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of The Thirty Nine Steps (1978)?
The Thirty Nine Steps is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Thirty Nine Steps — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/60287)
- [The Thirty Nine Steps (1978 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Thirty_Nine_Steps_(1978_film))
- [The Thirty-Nine Steps (1978) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/75795-the-thirty-nine-steps/prehled/)
- [The Thirty Nine Steps (1978)](https://www.sms.cz/film/the-thirty-nine-steps)
- [The Thirty-Nine Steps - Vikipedio](https://eo.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Thirty-Nine_Steps)

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