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Sitcom, Episodic Drama · 1952–1953

Bright Star

31 episodes · NBC

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Bright Star is a sitcom, episodic drama radio series (1952–1953) on NBC. Hosted by Harry Von Zell.

Episodes

On Goldie — 31 episodes · page 2 of 3

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  • Ep 23

    Mar 26, 1953 · Hotel Room Shortage

    In this episode of Bright Star, George finds himself in a predicament when his old flame, Sonia, comes to town for a convention and can't find a hotel room. As he tries to help her, chaos ensues at the Hillsdale Morning Star, particularly when Sammy, the copy boy, gets locked in…

    26:55
    • Cozy
    • Romance
    • Mistaken identity
    • Comedy
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  • Ep 24

    Apr 2, 1953 · Aunt Sophia Plays Matchmaker

    In this episode of Bright Star, Aunt Sophie comes to visit Susan and quickly takes it upon herself to play matchmaker between Susan and George, her ace reporter. As the two engage in playful banter, Aunt Sophie is convinced that there is more to their relationship than meets the…

    26:55
  • Ep 25

    Apr 9, 1953 · The Talking Parrot

    In The Talking Parrot, George and Susan find themselves embroiled in a whimsical competition over a parrot that claims to hold the secret to hidden treasure. As George tries to convince Susan of the parrot's worth, their banter reveals their close relationship and the humorous ch…

    26:58
    • Cozy
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Romance
    • Comedy
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  • Ep 26

    Apr 16, 1953 · The Patient's Aid

    In this episode of Bright Star, George and Susan decide to shake things up for Patience, Susan's housekeeper, by inviting her to a night out filled with dinner and dancing. They hope to bring a spark of romance into her life, but things get complicated when Patience reveals that…

    26:57
  • Ep 27

    Apr 23, 1953 · Sammy and Shirley

    In this episode of Bright Star, George and Susan find themselves at the movies, where George's tendency to doze off leads to humorous banter about their relationship. Their evening takes a turn when Sammy, a young man with a crush, asks George for advice on winning over his girlf…

    26:58
    • Comic
    • Romance
    • Mistaken identity
    • Psychological
    • Comedy
    • Drama
  • Ep 28

    Apr 30, 1953 · Beaver Park

    In the episode Beaver Park from Bright Star, the town's philanthropist, Mr. Wilbur R. Briggs, aims to replace the cherished Beaver Park with a sunken Japanese garden, inciting controversy among the townspeople. Editor Susan Armstrong and her ace reporter George Harvey attend a ci…

    26:58
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Comedy
  • Ep 29

    May 7, 1953 · Cousin Emily

    In this episode of Bright Star, Susan eagerly anticipates the visit of her cousin Emily, whom she has never met. As she rushes through town with George, her ace reporter, they engage in a frantic shopping spree to prepare for Emily's arrival. George, skeptical of the need for suc…

    26:58
    • Cozy
    • Romance
    • Mistaken identity
    • Comedy
    • Drama
  • Ep 30

    May 12, 1953 · Susan's Poetry

    In this episode of Bright Star, Susan Armstrong, played by Irene Dunn, faces the harsh reality of her poetry being rejected by a magazine. As the owner and editor of the Hillsdale Morning Star, she is determined to pursue her passion for writing, despite the criticism from her co…

    27:00
    • Comic
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Comedy
  • Ep 31

    May 19, 1953 · A Flower for Susan

    In A Flower for Susan, the latest episode of Bright Star, Susan Armstrong, played by Irene Dunn, finds herself enchanted by a mysterious admirer who sends her single roses. As she daydreams about the identity of this romantic figure, her colleague George Harvey, portrayed by Fred…

    30:00
    • Comic
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Comedy
    • Drama
  • Ep 32

    May 26, 1953 · Box Supper

    In this episode of Bright Star, Susan Armstrong is excitedly preparing for a box supper auction, a charming event where girls pack meals for young men to bid on and share a meal with. George, her ace reporter, is both amused and anxious about the auction, especially when he reali…

    27:27
    • Comic
    • Romance
    • Survival
    • Comedy
    • Drama
  • Ep 33

    Jun 4, 1953 · The Chorus Girl

    In The Chorus Girl, Susan welcomes her childhood sweetheart, Elwood Bray, into her home, much to the chagrin of her current partner, George. As Elwood reminisces about their past, George's insecurities surface, especially when Elwood mentions a former girlfriend, Sunny Knight, wh…

    26:57
    • Tense
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Mistaken identity
    • Comedy
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  • Ep 34

    Jun 11, 1953 · The Society Burglar

    In The Society Burglar, George Harvey is on high alert as Hillsdale grapples with a series of burglaries attributed to the mysterious Society Burglar. His girlfriend, Susan Armstrong, teases him about his suspicions, leading to a comedic misunderstanding that puts their relations…

    26:59
    • Comic
    • Crime
    • Mistaken identity
    • Romance
    • Comedy
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  • Ep 35

    Jun 18, 1953 · One Word Cablegram

    In this episode of Bright Star, a telegram from Scotland containing the single word 'cuinusamon' baffles the characters, particularly Susan and George. As they attempt to unravel the mystery behind the message, they find themselves caught in a web of confusion and humor. The tele…

    30:38
    • Cozy
    • Mistaken identity
    • Romance
    • Comedy
    • Drama
  • Ep 36

    Jun 25, 1953 · Missing Childhood Sweetheart

    In the episode Missing Childhood Sweetheart from Bright Star, Virgil Toogood is on a quest to find his childhood sweetheart, Adelaide. He places an ad in the local newspaper, which sparks interest and excitement, leading to a flurry of responses from people claiming to be her. As…

    30:02
  • Ep 51

    Oct 8, 1953 · George's Old Girlfriend, Betty Lou, Comes for a Visit

    In this episode of Bright Star, George is caught in a web of deception when his old classmate Betty Lou arrives, mistakenly believing he is the editor of the Hillsdale Morning Star. As George navigates the awkward situation, his boss Susan and the copy boy Sammy offer their opini…

    27:32
    • Comic
    • Romance
    • Mistaken identity
    • Comedy
    • Drama
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    How many Bright Star episodes are on Goldie?
    Goldie has 31 playable Bright Star episodes available to stream, with show art and metadata (and transcripts where available). That count is surviving recordings in the catalog, not every historical broadcast.
    When did Bright Star originally air?
    Bright Star originally aired 1952–1953 on NBC. Stream free episodes on Goldie.
    Does Goldie include transcripts for Bright Star?
    Where timed text exists, Goldie shows a searchable transcript alongside the player so you can find dialogue, plot points, and sponsor mentions.