A Distant Thunder
“It begins where "A Thief In the Night" ENDED...”
Synopsis
Patty is lying awake one night in a church basement, distraught and scared. She is to be executed the next morning for refusing to take the Mark of the Beast. Patty knows what lies ahead if she takes the mark but can still not believe in Christ.When those around her try to comfort her and encourage her to accept the Lord, she lashes out at them.
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Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Patty Dunning
Patty Myers
Sally Johnson
Wenda Johnson
Thom Rachford
Jerry Bradford (as Tom Rachford)
Maryann Rachford
Diane Bradford
Heidi Vaughn
Woman with baby at hospital
Russ Doughten
Reverend Matthew Turner
Kent Wagner
Curtis Page
Jean Berg
Sandy Christen
(as Sandy Stevens )
Colleen Niday
Tim Doughten
Herb Brown
Herb Brown Jr.
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 24, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald W. Thompson
- Screenplay & Story
- Donald W. Thompson, Russ Doughten
- Original Score
- Richard A. Girvin
- Original Title
- A Distant Thunder
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Mark IV Pictures Incorporated
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald W. Thompson
Donald W. Thompson, Russ Doughten
Richard A. Girvin
James L. Berry
Wes Phillippi
Russ Doughten, Donald W. Thompson
Department Leadership Roster
Donald W. Thompson
Director
Ray Storey
Production Design
James L. Berry
Director of Photography
Wes Phillippi
Editor
Donald W. Thompson
Screenplay
Russ Doughten
Screenplay
Donald W. Thompson
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Distant Thunder
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Distant Thunder about?
Patty is lying awake one night in a church basement, distraught and scared. She is to be executed the next morning for refusing to take the Mark of the Beast. Patty knows what lies ahead if she takes the mark but can still not believe in Christ.When those around her try to comfort her and encourage her to accept the Lord, she lashes out at them.
Who directed A Distant Thunder?
A Distant Thunder was directed by Donald W. Thompson.
Who stars in A Distant Thunder?
The principal cast of A Distant Thunder includes Patty Dunning, Sally Johnson, Thom Rachford, Maryann Rachford, Heidi Vaughn.
When was A Distant Thunder released and how long is it?
A Distant Thunder was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for A Distant Thunder?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Distant Thunder was composed by Richard A. Girvin.