Other mistake: When we see the Church Hymnary being opened, the date on the left-hand page is signed by Margaret in 1928, but the book is dated 1932.
The 39 Steps (1935)
1 other mistake - chronological order
Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock
Starring: Robert Donat, Lucie Mannheim, Godfrey Tearle, Madeleine Carroll
Continuity mistake: When Professor Jordan is speaking to Hannay, he draws out a revolver with his left hand, but when the Professor's wife leaves the room, we cut back to the Professor, and he now has the revolver in his right hand.
Richard Hannay: How far is Winnipeg from Montreal?
Mr. Memory: A gentleman from Canada. You're welcome, sir. Winnipeg, the third city of Canada and the capital of Manitoba. Distance from Montreal: 1424 miles.
Trivia: Director Alfred Hitchcock has a cameo role in this film - he is seen tossing some litter as Richard and Annabella run from the music hall.
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