William Johnstone

Monday, May 17, 1954 · Ep 552

In The Revenge of Captain Bligh, the aftermath of the mutiny on the HMS Bounty unfolds as Captain William Bligh and 17 loyal crew members find themselves adrift in a small boat. With limited supplies and a hostile environment, Bligh's resolve to survive and seek justice drives th…

Tuesday, April 20, 1954 · Ep 211

A smalltime hoodlum killed...what's the connection between Mr. Big and the Prosecutor's daughter?

Tuesday, March 2, 1954 · Ep 204

A new kind of car being tested in Detroit has crashed several times...killing the test driver.

Monday, February 22, 1954 · Ep 540

In the courtroom, Edward Mason stands accused of murdering his wife, Frieda, a crime he seemingly confessed to in a state of panic. As the trial progresses, the prosecution presents a compelling case, including testimony from the police inspector and Frieda's brother, who suggest…

Tuesday, February 16, 1954 · Ep 202

A huge yellow diamond has disappeared from a ritzy Bevery Hills jewely store.

Monday, February 15, 1954 · Ep 539

In The Outer Limit, pilot Bill prepares for a groundbreaking test flight of the RJX-1, an experimental rocket jet designed to break through the boundaries of speed and altitude. As he gears up for the mission, his colleagues express concerns about the risks involved, particularly…

Monday, December 14, 1953 · Ep 530

This episode of Suspense presents a gripping adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's tale, where the detective Dupin is called to investigate the murder of a young woman in Paris. The case mirrors the unsolved murder of Mary Cecilia Rogers in New York City, which has captivated the publi…

Monday, December 7, 1953 · Ep 529

In Trent's Last Case, Philip Trent is called to cover the murder of Sigsbee Manderson, a powerful and despised figure in the financial world. As Trent arrives at Bishop's Bridge, he learns about the complex relationships surrounding Manderson, including his troubled marriage to M…

Monday, November 23, 1953 · Ep 527

As Sergeant Cuff delves deeper into the mystery of the missing Moonstone, he interrogates the guests present at the party where the diamond disappeared. Each individual, from Rachel to the servants, holds potential clues that could unravel the case. The investigation reveals hidd…

Tuesday, October 13, 1953 · Ep 184

Movie and television star Phillip Morey has suffered a "personal breakdown," costing an insurance company money while production is held up.

Tuesday, May 12, 1953 · Ep 162

A beautiful woman, wearing an expensive fur coat is killed...the coat being a clue to the previous robbery.

Monday, January 12, 1953 · Ep 495

As the search for Edwin Drood continues, John Jasper, his uncle, is plagued by guilt and suspicion. With Edwin missing after a stormy Christmas Eve outing with Neville Landless, tensions rise as accusations fly. Jasper's frantic quest for answers leads him to confront his own dem…

Monday, January 5, 1953 · Ep 494

John Jasper, a music teacher at Cloisterham, reflects on his life and the unsettling thoughts that plague him as he awaits the return of his nephew, Edwin Drood. Edwin arrives, bringing with him the promise of a bright future and a betrothal to Rosa, a woman Jasper harbors feelin…

Sunday, December 21, 1952 · Ep 183

In the Dragnet episode titled '22 Rifle for Christmas,' a nine-year-old boy named Stanley Johnstone goes missing, prompting a homicide investigation. Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith are called to the scene, where they discover blood stains and an empty shell casing, indicat…

Monday, October 6, 1952 · Ep 481

In The Diary of Dr. Pritchard, the story unfolds around a doctor who appears devoted to his family but is entangled in a web of deceit and death. As he reflects on his life in his diary, he recounts the suspicious demise of a maid and the strain of moving to a new home. His wife,…