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Suspense · Episode 840

Sunday, February 14, 1960

An invalid woman struggles with the telephone system while overhearing a chilling plot to murder someone. As she fights to alert the authorities, the stakes rise with each passing moment. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone. The classic horror tale done for the eighth (and last) time on the show, seventeen years after the first performance. The story was previously produced On "Suspense" on May 25, 1943 (see cat. #3681), August 21, 1943 (see cat. #46408), February 24, 1944 (see cat. #52776), September 6, 1945 (see cat. #46406), November 18, 1948 (see cat. #46416), September 15, 1952 and October 20, 1957 (see cat. #93441). Agnes Moorehead, Byron Kane, Ellen Morgan, Jeanette Nolan, Joe DeSantis, Virginia Gregg Show intro, Opening credits murder, psychological, crime tense George Walsh CBS Next, a modern mystery classic, Agnes Moore has eight suspense performance of Sorry Wrong Number on the CBS radio network. Radio 59 WROW, first on the dial, serving Albany, Troy, and Schenectady. Radio 59, time 6530. Suspense. On May 25th, 1943, a great radio play was performed on suspense and carried on CBS radio. That now famous radio play has been transferred to other media as well. Television, motion pictures, recordings, and the stage. The title was Sorry Wrong Number, and it was written by…

Suspense · Episode 44

Tuesday, June 1, 1943

A detective invites a friend to a dinner filled with mystery and tension, where he plans to confront a murderer using unconventional methods. As the evening unfolds, the stakes rise when a ghostly presence complicates their investigation. A detective, tracking down an elusive murderer, uses ghosts and the victim to get his man. The story was produced on "Suspense" subsequently on August 3, 1944 (see cat. #9281) and March 9, 1950 (see cat. #24187). Donald Crisp, Hans Conried, Ian Wolfe, John Loder Sponsor break, Show intro, Closing credits murder, supernatural, psychological tense Joseph Kearns CBS In just a moment, CBS will present its weekly program of the world's outstanding thrillers, Suspense. Before we begin, the producer feels it incumbent upon him to reply herewith to the many inquiries concerning the solution of last week's story of the woman on the telephone called Sorry Wrong Number. Due to a momentary confusion in the studio, an important line cue was delivered at the wrong time, and some of our listeners were uncertain as to the outcome of the story. For them, be it known that…

Suspense · Episode 43

Tuesday, May 25, 1943

An invalid woman overhears a chilling conversation about a planned murder while struggling with a malfunctioning telephone. As she fights to alert the authorities, the stakes rise with each passing moment. The first broadcast of this thriller classic. Possibly the best remembered program of the series. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone! The story was subsequently produced on "Suspense" on August 21, 1943 (see cat. #46408), February 24, 1944 (see cat. #52776), September 6, 1945 (see cat. #46406), November 18, 1948 (see cat. #46416), September 15, 1952, October 20, 1957 (see cat. #93441) and February 14, 1960 (see cat. #16468). Agnes Moorehead Show intro, Opening credits, woman feels nervous and alone, overhears a murder plot, calls the police for help, desperately seeks assistance, realizes danger is near, frantic call to the police, Closing credits, Columbia Broadcasting System murder, psychological, crime tense Joseph Kearns CBS Suspense. This is the Man in Black, here again to introduce Columbia's program, Suspense. Our star tonight is one of the most compelling actresses in America today, Miss Agnes Moorhead. Miss Moorhead returns to our stage to appear in a new study in terror by Lucille Fletcher called Sorry, Wrong Number. This story of a woman who accidentally overheard a conversation with death, and who strove frantically to prevent murder from claiming an innocent victim, is tonight's tale of suspense. If you hav…

Suspense · Episode 54

Saturday, August 21, 1943

An invalid woman overhears a chilling plot to murder someone while struggling with a faulty telephone connection. She races against time to prevent the crime from occurring. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone. The program is hosted by "The Man In Black." The story was previously produced on "Suspense" on May 25, 1943 (see cat. #3681). The story was subsequently produced on "Suspense" on February 24, 1944 (see cat. #52776), September 6, 1945 (see cat. #46406), November 18, 1948 (see cat. #46416), September 15, 1952, October 20, 1957 (see cat. #93441) and February 14, 1960 (see cat. #16468). Agnes Moorehead, Cathy Lewis, Hans Conried Show intro, Closing credits murder, crime, psychological tense Ted Osborne CBS Suspense. This is the Man in Black, here to introduce Columbia's program, Suspense. Tonight as we premiere our new Saturday evening series on the air, Ms. Agnes Moorhead returns to our stage to appear in the study in terror by Lucille Fletcher called Sorry, Wrong Number. The story of a woman who accidentally overheard a conversation with death and who strove frantically to prevent murder from claiming an innocent victim is being repeated by popular request as tonight's tale of Suspense. If you'v…

Suspense · Episode 80

Thursday, February 24, 1944

An invalid woman struggles to connect with her husband over the phone and inadvertently overhears a chilling murder plot. As the clock ticks, her isolation and fear escalate. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone. Part of the program opening may have been added from another show. The story was previously produced on Suspense on May 25, 1943 (see cat. #3681) and August 21, 1943 (see cat. #46409). The story was subsequently produced on "Suspense" on September 6, 1945 (see cat. #46406), November 18, 1948 (see cat. #46416), September 15, 1952, October 20, 1957 (see cat. #93441) and February 14, 1960 (see cat. #16468). Agnes Moorehead, Cathy Lewis, Hans Conried, Harry Lang, John McIntire Roma Wine Roma Wine, Show intro, Closing credits murder, psychological, survival tense Joseph Kearns CBS Roma wines presents Suspense. Roma wines made in California for enjoyment throughout the world. Salud! Your health, senor. Roma wines toast the world. The wine for your table is Roma wine made in California for enjoyment throughout the world. This is the Man in Black, here to introduce this weekly half hour of Suspense. Tonight from Hollywood we bring you in response to requests from many thousands of listeners, Miss Agnes Moorhead. And one of the most famous Suspense plays this series has ever …

Suspense · Episode 315

Thursday, November 18, 1948

An invalid woman struggles with the telephone system as she overhears a chilling plot to murder her. Alone and anxious, she must unravel the truth before it's too late. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone. The story was previously produced on "Suspense" on May 25, 1943 (see cat. #3681), August 21, 1943 (see cat. #46408), February 24, 1944 (see cat. #52776) and September 6, 1945 (see cat. #46406). The story was subsequently produced on "Suspense" on September 15, 1952, October 20, 1957 (see cat. #93441) and February 14, 1960 (see cat. #16468). Agnes Moorehead, Ann Morrison, Eleanor Audley Opening credits, Sponsor break, Show intro murder, psychological, crime tense Paul Frees CBS In just a moment, Auto Light presents Suspense, starring Miss Agnes Moorhead in radio's most famous play, Sorry, Wrong Number. Say, Harlow, have you seen State's football team? They're terrific. Speaking of terrific teams, Hap, my friend, the one that ignition engineered those Auto Light resistor spark plugs is Tops. You know, the Auto Light people got together with many of the nation's leading car and truck manufacturers, and they ignition engineered a 10,000 ohm resistor right into the Auto Li…

The Jack Benny Program · Episode 665

Sunday, October 17, 1948

Suspense · Episode 416

Thursday, February 15, 1951

A woman discovers a letter warning her of an impending murder and races against time to prevent it. With only three hours to act, the stakes are high as she navigates a web of suspicion and danger. A story almost identical to "Sorry, Wrong Number," but this time Agnes finds a letter warning of an impending murder. Agnes Moorehead, Byron Kane, Jack Kruschen, Jerry Hausner, Lou Krugman, Shimon Ruskin Autolite, Opening credits murder, psychological, crime tense Joseph Kearns CBS Autolite and its 96,000 dealers present Suspense. Tonight, Autolite brings you the story of a woman who finds a letter warning of death and has only three hours to deliver it. A transcribed tale we call The Death Parade, starring Miss Agnes Moorhead. Before our play begins, here is a word about Autolite from our good friend, Harlow Wilcox. Hi Harlow, you got the time? Always have the time to discuss those great ignition engineered Autolite spark plugs, half an hour. No, the time of day. Day or n…

Suspense · Episode 382

Thursday, April 27, 1950

A woman sends a cursed chain letter to her husband's wife, believing it to be harmless, but soon finds herself entangled in a web of fear and consequences. A nagging woman vindictively sends a cursed chain letter to the wife of an ignorant foreigner...with disastrous results. A showcase performance for Agnes Moorehead, in the tradition of "Sorry, Wrong Number." The story was produced on "Suspense" again on March 9, 1958 (see cat. #11323). Agnes Moorehead, Alan Reed, William Conrad Show intro, Sponsor break supernatural, psychological, crime tense John McIntire CBS Suspense. Auto Light and its 96,000 dealers present Miss Agnes Moorehead in The Chain, a suspense play produced and edited by William Spear. Say Harlow, whom do you go to when you have a baby? I, a baby? Why, to a doctor? I mean... Oh, when you go to jail, I mean, or I rather I should say when you have a lawsuit, whom do you go to? A lawyer. Baby, lawsuit. What are you driving at, Hap? The best spark plugs for your car, my good man. Oh, well now you're on my ground. Who knows more about the best…

Suspense · Episode 699

Sunday, May 19, 1957

Rachel Turner struggles with her identity and sanity as she navigates memories of her past while in a hospital. An excellent performance by Agnes Moorehead as an insane woman who is slowly brought back to reality by the staff of the hospital. Agnes Moorehead still had a fine radio presence, but the script was no, "Sorry, Wrong Number." Agnes Moorehead, Irene Tedrow, John White, Raymond Lawrence, Richard Peel psychological, murder, survival tense George Walsh CBS And now, Miss Agnes Morvid in Death and Miss Turner, a tale well calculated to keep you in suspense. We went out for a walk this morning. I was dead and I went out for a walk. Miss Briggs went with me. It was her idea. I wouldn't have particularly thought of it. She brought the new picture in this morning. She took my chair and stood on it and took off one shoe and hammered the nail in the wall and hung the picture up. She asked me if it was hanging straight and I said I thought so. Then she sai…

Cavalcade of America · Episode 376

Monday, March 27, 1944

In So Sorry, No Mercy, Royal Arch Gunnison, an American foreign correspondent, faces the brutal realities of war as he broadcasts warnings about Japan's impending aggression. Despite being imprisoned, he remains determined to share the truth of his experiences with his countrymen. DuPont, maker of better things DuPont, maker of better things, Gunnison prepares to report, Opening credits, Japanese forces invade Manila, Prisoners face brutal conditions, Sancho delivers food daily, Gunnison endures torture sessions, Prisoners celebrate Independence Day The Cabalcade of America, sponsored by DuPont, maker of better things for better living through chemistry presents Pat O'Brien as Royal Arch Gunnison in So Sorry, No Mercy. Before we begin our play, here's a word about Speed Easy, one of DuPont's better things for better living. Speed Easy is the remarkable new wall finish that covers dingy wallpaper with one quick coat. It thins with water and dries in an hour. Speed Easy comes in eight beautiful pastel tints and one gallon does the average roo…

Broadway Is My Beat · Episode 93

Saturday, December 29, 1951

Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of shoe salesman Ted Eberly, found beaten to death in an alley. A former boxer, Ross Locke, becomes the prime suspect as secrets unravel. A shoe salesman named Ted Eberly has been beaten to death in an alley behind a bar. A former professional boxer is accused on the crime. The boxer's ex-manager goes the bail. Charles Calvert, Clayton Post, Herb Butterfield, Jack Kruschen, Larry Thor, Roy Glenn Detective Clover investigates a murder, Clover questions a key witness, Clover uncovers a hidden truth, A witness reveals critical evidence, Clover confronts the real killer, Clover pieces together the motive Bill Anders CBS I'm sorry. Can you tell me where the police are? Yes, sir. I'm going to the police. I'll be right back. Yes? You, Ross Locke? That's right. And you? Police. You got a reason to come around this time of night? My wife and I were just going to sleep. You were in a place earlier tonight, a bar on 139th off 7th. There's lots of bars on that street. There's an alley behind this one where a man was beaten to death. Ross, Ross, who is it? Nobody at all, honey. You just go back to sleep. You said a man …

Claudia · Episode 276

Monday, October 18, 1948

Claudia and her husband David face a comedic challenge while trying to find a parking spot for their car in a busy town. Their humorous misadventures highlight the everyday frustrations of urban life and the complexities of making decisions together. Claudia looks for a parking place. Kathryn Bard, Paul Crabtree, Rose Franken search for a parking spot, bargain for a used car, negotiate the sale price, make a surprising deal, discover the true value crime, psychological, romance comic Joe King your coca-cola bottler presents based on the famous play a novel by rose franken brought to you transcribed monday through friday by your friendly neighbor who bottles coca-cola relax and while you're listening refresh yourself have a call and now body i did i've got to pick up a few things pocket car need to find a drug store right now some job parking this car how did during shopping sorry i watch where you're driving i'm watching not you're looking out the side i'm looking for a place to park…

Danger, Dr. Danfield · Episode 23

Sunday, January 19, 1947

Dr. Daniel Danfield faces a dire situation when he is accused of murdering a patient at a mental hospital. As he investigates, he uncovers dark secrets surrounding the institution and its practices. Miss Emmett arrives unexpectedly, Dan confronts a shocking death, Dan faces confinement and danger, Gus reveals the hospital's secrets, Mrs. Danfield demands to see Dan, A violent confrontation erupts murder, crime, psychological tense Danger, Dr. Danfield. Your brother is there on the cot, Miss Emmett. But why is he covered with that sheet? I'm sorry. I tried to explain. Clint? Clint! He's dead. You killed him! You murdered him! Dr. Daniel Danfield, authority on crime psychology has been suspended. Dr. Daniel Danfield, authority on crime psychology has an unhappy faculty for getting himself mixed up in hazardous predicaments because of his astonishing revelations regarding the workings of the criminal mind. Today's story open…

Dark Fantasy · Episode 3

Friday, November 28, 1941

A group aboard a yacht encounters mysterious forces as they find themselves stranded at sea. Tensions rise as they face supernatural threats and the unknown fate of their missing companions. Discussing the strange occurrences, Encountering a mysterious figure, Discovering land from the sea, Confronting the Emperor of Eban, Attempting to break the vacuum, Escaping the sinking land supernatural, murder, psychological ominous NBC dark fantasy b13 Now I'm youriten I have everything b14 I see b17 I really have all other kinds from the sea. Sorry, Mr. Hedges, this is all we can dig up on that story about the missing Hollywood people. Well, we can't wait any longer. We got to go to press. Let's see what you got. Story from the film Camp of the More than a week ago, November 20th of the exact, Philip Hayward, young cinema star of yesterday's brand, and the popular actress Judith Johnson set sail for New Zealand aboard Hayward…

An Evening With Groucho · Episode 33

Saturday, May 6, 1972

I was in the building called the Thalberg building. It was a building that was built to honor Havings Thalberg, who was our producer at MGM. And a woman backed into the elevator, and this woman was wearing a hat. I have nothing to do, I'm bored. So I take the back of the hat and I push it up. And I turn around and it's Greta Garbo, the biggest star in all of show business. I didn't know what to say. And finally I said, I'm terribly sorry, but I thought you were a fellow I knew from Kansas City.

Frontier Fighters · Episode 30

Tuesday, July 23, 1935

In Oregon and the Pacific Republic, tensions rise in Oregon as conspirators plot to establish a separate republic amidst the looming Civil War. Governor Whitaker must act decisively to maintain order and loyalty to the Union. Governor faces political turmoil, Conspirators plot a new republic, War between states begins, Governor prepares to take action, Governor addresses the crowd, Martial law is declared war, crime, psychological tense Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters Frontier Fighters The President of Oregon has just lost a governor, but that's just between us. Lincoln, I'm genuinely sorry. Well, maybe I'll never get another presidential appointment. It wouldn't do to get Mary riled up now, would it? Besides, my friend J.P. Gaines is a good man, and I think he'd like to go to Oregon. J.P. Gaines did become governor o…

Jerry of the Circus · Episode 9

Thursday, July 8, 1937

Jerry and his friend Jason investigate suspicious activity around the circus elephants, leading to the discovery of a missing item linked to a robbery. Investigate the elephant escape, Discover the missing elephants, Sneak into the elephant tent, Find suspicious items in pants, Uncover the truth about Lorenz crime, murder, psychological tense Jerry of the circus. Jerry of the circus. Now for Jerry of the circus. Quiet, Jerry. I'm sorry. Can you see anything, Jason? Not yet. You sure you saw those shadows around the horse tent? Sure I did. All right. Cut across this open space and get behind that tent. There where they keep the zebras. Careful or they might get excited and start moving about. There, see? A flap to the horse tent. Move then. Yeah, I saw it too. There, get in there. I'm going to get the horse tent. I'm going to get the …