The 39 Steps (2008) (original) (raw)
BBC's new adaptation of John Buchan's thriller is the most faithful to the book of all the screen versions. Richard Hannay finds himself framed for a murder he didn't commit. Now he has to break a ruthless German espionage network to prove his innocence and, more importantly and patriotically, warn the admiralty that its plans have fallen to the enemy. Full of excitement, danger, fun and romance, The 39 Steps is a remarkable tale of an ordinary man who puts his country's interests before his own safety.
BBC's new adaptation of John Buchan's thriller is the most faithful to the book of all the screen versions. Richard Hannay finds himself framed for a murder he didn't commit. Now he has to break a ruthless German espionage network to prove his innocence and, more importantly and patriotically, warn the admiralty that its plans have fallen to the enemy. Full of excitement, danger, fun and romance, The 39 Steps is a remarkable tale of an ordinary man who puts his country's interests before his own safety. (less)
Director: James Hawes
Writers: John Buchan, Lizzie Mickery
Starring: Rupert Penry-Jones, Lydia Leonard, David Haig, Patrick Malahide, Patrick Kennedy, Eddie Marsan
Producers: Lynn Horsford, Hilary Salmon
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