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Sitcom, Episodic Drama · 1952–1953

Bright Star

31 episodes · NBC

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About this show

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

Cast & guest stars›

Voices you hear across this show

Elvia Allman

25 episodes

Fred MacMurray

25 episodes

Irene Dunne

25 episodes

Betty Lou Gerson

1 episode

Howard McNear

1 episode

Sheldon Leonard

1 episode

Hosts & announcers›

Who brought the night on the air

Harry Von Zell

17 episodes

Sponsors

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B

Beneficial Finance

2 episodes

Networks›

Where this series was heard

NBC

31 episodes

Z

ZIV Syndication

26 episodes

Episodes

On Goldie — 24 episodes · page 1 of 2

19521953All years
  1. Ep 11

    Jan 1, 1953 · Dramatic Lessons

    In this episode of Bright Star, Susan Armstrong is drawn into the world of acting when Jay Palmer Herrick, a retired actor, opens a drama school in Hillsdale. Despite George Harvey's skepticism, Susan decides to take a few classes, believing it could be a fun diversion. However,…

    26:54
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Comedy
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  2. Ep 12

    Jan 8, 1953 · The French Dress Designer

    In this episode of Bright Star, a renowned French dress designer, Monsieur Dubriac, comes to Hillsdale, igniting George's jealousy as he vies for Susan's attention. The designer proposes a contest to find the perfect American woman, which excites the local women but leaves George…

    26:57
  3. Ep 17

    Feb 12, 1953 · George Covers the Hillsdale Fire

    In this episode of Bright Star, Susan decides to elevate an unidentified man, Pendleton Martin, who rescued an elderly lady from a fire, into a local hero. George, her ace reporter, is skeptical of Susan's plan and believes it could backfire, especially when he learns that Martin…

    27:55
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  4. Ep 18

    Feb 19, 1953 · George Coaches the Hillsdale High Football Team

    In this episode of Bright Star, George unexpectedly becomes the coach of the Hillsdale High football team after the previous coach resigns. With the team struggling to win games, George faces the daunting task of motivating the players and proving himself to the community. As he…

    27:58
    • Comic
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Comedy
    • Drama
  5. Ep 19

    Feb 26, 1953 · The Haunted House

    In this episode of Bright Star, George and Susan take on the challenge of spending a night in the old Collins house, rumored to be haunted. As they explore the dilapidated structure, they uncover a hidden operation that reveals the house's dark secret: a counterfeiting ring. The…

    26:58
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Supernatural
    • Murder
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  6. Ep 20

    Mar 5, 1953 · Rodeo Star

    In the episode Rodeo Star from Bright Star, Susan and George, the dynamic duo of the Hillsdale Morningstar, find themselves embroiled in a rodeo-related scandal. Their attempt to cover the story of Bobby Brundage, a charming rodeo star, turns into a comedic disaster when George's…

    26:55
    • Comic
    • Romance
    • Crime
    • Mistaken identity
    • Comedy
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  7. Ep 21

    Feb 18, 1953 · Scientific Living

    In this episode of Bright Star, Susan Armstrong is excited to welcome Dr. Lionel Hocker, a famous author known for his advice on scientific living, to her office. Meanwhile, her reporter George Harvey feels neglected and is assigned to interview Dean Abernathy about her new book.…

    26:52
    • Comic
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Mistaken identity
    • Comedy
    • Drama
  8. Ep 22

    Mar 19, 1953 · New Homemaker Page Editor

    In this episode of Bright Star, Susan Armstrong, the publisher of the Morning Star, grapples with the arrival of Marie Carroll, a new homemaker page editor who claims to be an expert in cooking and housekeeping. As George, the paper's top reporter, prepares to launch a Saturday m…

    26:55
    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Romance
    • Crime
    • Comedy
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
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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.