

39 Stripes
“STARK REALISM...ON A CHAIN GANG”
Synopsis
Former chain gang convict Ed Martin converts to Christianity in prison in 1944 and forms the HopeAglow Prison Ministries.
Top Cast
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April 15, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ron Ormond
- Screenplay & Story
- Ron Ormond, Tim Ormond
- Original Score
- Bob Holmes
- Original Title
- 39 Stripes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- The Ormond Organization
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ron Ormond
Ron Ormond, Tim Ormond
Bob Holmes
Tim Ormond, Ron Ormond
Tim Ormond, Ron Ormond
Ron Ormond
Department Leadership Roster
Tim Ormond
Director of Photography
Tim Ormond
Editor
Ron Ormond
Director of Photography
Ron Ormond
Editor
Ron Ormond
Writer
Ron Ormond
Producer
Tim Ormond
Writer
Ron Ormond
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About 39 Stripes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 39 Stripes about?
Former chain gang convict Ed Martin converts to Christianity in prison in 1944 and forms the HopeAglow Prison Ministries.
Who directed 39 Stripes?
39 Stripes was directed by Ron Ormond.
Who stars in 39 Stripes?
The principal cast of 39 Stripes includes Tim Ormond, Nancy Harper, Craig Cortney, Duane Hahn, Steve Wallace.
When was 39 Stripes released and how long is it?
39 Stripes was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for 39 Stripes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 39 Stripes was composed by Bob Holmes.




















