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39 Stripes

A former prisoner's journey to faith and redemption, as he finds Christianity in 1944 and goes on to establish a prison ministry.

Ed Martin, a former chain gang convict, found Christianity in prison in 1944 and went on to establish HopeAglow Prison Ministries. The movie follows his journey from a life of squalor and petty crime to redemption, inspired by his future wife Alfreda and his own faith.

Info about 39 Stripes

Studio(s): The Ormond Organization

Originally Released: United States, Apr 15, 1979

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama