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Adventures in time and space told in future tense. The mansion's back! Can you predict what will come in 100 years, or in 10, or in the next minute? Some people think they can. Nuclear scientists, mathematicians, astronomers, biologists. They'll predict the shape of the future. Why? Because they make the future. Because they see beyond the known dimensions of time and space. Into the unknown. Dimension X. We go ahead now in time to 1965. We're on a vast concrete runway set i…

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Synopsis

In The Outer Limit, we are transported to the year 1965, where a test pilot named Steve is about to embark on a historic mission into space. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as he prepares to launch a revolutionary spacecraft designed for outer space travel. However, the mission is fraught with peril; Steve has only ten minutes of fuel once he cuts in the rockets, and the stakes are high not just for him, but for the future of space exploration itself.

Host

Norman Rose

Cast›

A

Albert Buhrman

Joe DeSantis

Joseph Julian

S

Sam Monroe

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Drive-Time Dial

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X Minus One

The Outer Limit

In The Outer Limit, a test pilot embarks on a groundbreaking space mission with dire stakes as he risks drifting into the void of space. With only ten minutes of fuel for the return trip, he must navigate the unknown while facing unexpected challenges.

Ep 25 · Wednesday, November 16, 1955 · 28:08

Suspense

Sorry, Wrong Number

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.

Ep 43 · Tuesday, May 25, 1943 · 29:38

Cloak and Dagger

The Kachin Story

An OSS agent is shot down in Burma and must navigate dangerous territory to meet a group of native allies. With the help of an Irish priest and the Kutchin warriors, he prepares to confront a cunning Japanese commander.

Ep 6 · Sunday, June 18, 1950 · 29:30

21st Precinct

The Neighbor

A woman reports a burglar in her apartment, prompting the 21st Precinct officers to respond quickly. They discover a complex situation involving a polite but deceptive suspect.

Ep 139 · Thursday, May 31, 1956 · 26:37

The Lone Ranger

Cold Spring Showdown (Last Original 'Live' Broadcast)

The Lone Ranger and Tonto prepare to defend Cold Spring against a band of outlaws led by Red Eagle, who are intent on stealing a chest of gold. Tensions rise as the outlaws launch their attack on the stagecoach station.

Ep 3377 · Friday, September 3, 1954 · 23:25

Planet Man

Dantro Frees Prisoners

Dantro the Planet Man races against time to free prisoners held by the Insect Men while his ally prepares to destroy a dangerous power plant. The stakes are high as they face overwhelming odds in a battle for survival.

Ep 65 · Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 11:43

More from Dimension X

Same series — shared cast and standout nights

Dimension X

Competition

A spaceship carrying immigrants to the stars faces an unexpected twist when passengers must vote on their destination planet. Anne Travis, eager to reunite with her son, finds herself caught in a web of intrigue and deception.

Ep 30 · Sunday, November 19, 1950 · 29:18

Dimension X

A Logic Named Joe

In a future where technology serves humanity, a logic named Joe begins to malfunction, leading to unexpected consequences for its owner, Frank. As chaos unfolds, Frank must confront the implications of a machine that knows too much.

Ep 13 · Saturday, July 1, 1950 · 29:23

Dimension X

The Outer Limit (Rebroadcast of 50-04-08)

In The Outer Limit, a test flight into space becomes a race against time as a pilot faces the dangers of an experimental rocket and a looming nuclear threat. With only minutes of fuel left, he must navigate the unknown and ensure his safe return.

Ep 23 · Friday, September 8, 1950 · 27:58

Dimension X

Mars Is Heaven

The first spaceship from Earth lands on Mars, and the crew is eager to discover what awaits them. As they explore, they encounter strange phenomena that challenge their perceptions of reality and safety.

Ep 33 · Sunday, January 7, 1951 · 25:20

Dimension X

The Lost Race

A spaceship, stranded on an alien planet, faces danger from a deranged mechanic while uncovering the mystery of a long-extinct race. The crew must confront their fears and the dark history of the lost civilization.

Ep 7 · Saturday, May 20, 1950 · 29:39

Dimension X

Shanghaied

In Shanghaied, young Jeff Corfin finds himself forcibly recruited into a deep space crew just before his wedding. As he grapples with his unexpected fate, he must navigate the dangers of mutiny and survival in the cosmos.

Ep 29 · Sunday, November 12, 1950 · 30:24

Tense›

Same mood, other nights on the dial

Suspense

Sorry, Wrong Number

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.

Ep 43 · Tuesday, May 25, 1943 · 29:38

The Lone Ranger

Cold Spring Showdown (Last Original 'Live' Broadcast)

The Lone Ranger and Tonto prepare to defend Cold Spring against a band of outlaws led by Red Eagle, who are intent on stealing a chest of gold. Tensions rise as the outlaws launch their attack on the stagecoach station.

Ep 3377 · Friday, September 3, 1954 · 23:25

Dangerously Yours

The Highwayman

In The Highwayman, a daring outlaw confronts a wealthy coachman while seeking romance with the landlord's daughter, Bess. The stakes rise as love and danger intertwine under the moonlit sky.

Ep 1 · Sunday, July 2, 1944 · 29:39

X Minus One

At the Post

A race track tout struggles to save his wife, who has fallen into a catatonic state, believing she is being controlled by aliens. He uses his knowledge of horse racing to uncover the truth behind her condition and the impending doom of mankind.

Ep 94 · Wednesday, March 27, 1957 · 22:03

The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe

Stamped for Murder

Nero Wolfe faces a pressing dilemma when a young woman seeks his help to recover her inheritance, which her father has squandered on a dubious treasure map. As Wolfe reluctantly takes on the case, the stakes rise with the revelation of swindlers and hidden value.

Ep 1 · Friday, October 20, 1950 · 29:48

Survival›

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Suspense

The Most Dangerous Game

Sanger Rainsford finds himself stranded on a mysterious island after a shipwreck, where he becomes the prey in a deadly game orchestrated by the enigmatic General Zaroff.

Ep 59 · Thursday, September 23, 1943 · 29:57

The Six Shooter

Jenny

The Six Shooter encounters a young man injured in a gully and helps him reach safety, only to find himself in a tense situation with a mysterious woman at a nearby cabin.

Ep 1 · Sunday, September 20, 1953 · 28:24

Escape

Sire De Maletroit's Door

In 1429 Paris, a young cavalier finds himself lost and pursued by soldiers, leading him to a mysterious house where he encounters the enigmatic Sire de Maltois and a beautiful woman named Blanche. The stakes rise as he navigates the dangers of love and honor amidst the chaos of war.

Ep 5 · Monday, August 4, 1947 · 29:33

Mystery House

A Short Life for Mary

A young woman named Mary faces a dire situation that threatens her life as she navigates the eerie atmosphere of the Mystery House.

Ep 81 · Sunday, September 2, 1945 · 26:16

Chet Chetter's Tales from the Morgue

Escape From The Mysterious Island 1

Cecil Ferris wins a cruise contest and takes his friends to Galveston, but they end up on a garbage tugboat instead. As a storm approaches, they find themselves trapped in a cave surrounded by prehistoric creatures.

Ep 1079 · Saturday, December 16, 1995 · 29:14

Gunsmoke

Chester's Rendezvous

Chester develops a crush on Em Feeney, a newcomer in Dodge City, but complications arise when her brother is a wanted deserter from the army.

Ep 476 · Sunday, May 21, 1961 · 23:23

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Credits

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  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).

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Dimension X, Episode 1

The Outer Limit

Saturday, April 8, 1950 · 30:11

Dimension X, Episode 1

The Outer Limit

Saturday, April 8, 1950 · 30:11

Summary

In The Outer Limit, a test pilot prepares for a groundbreaking space mission while grappling with personal anxieties about impending fatherhood. As he launches into the unknown, the stakes rise with the potential for disaster looming over the mission.

  • Tense
  • Survival
  • Psychological
  • Crime
  • Sci-fi
  • Thriller
  • Drama

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Tense Nights

Edge-of-seat radio.

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Twist Ending Club

Don’t peek. The last minute is the point.

24 episodes

Psychological Thrillers

The danger is inside the room.

24 episodes

Survival Stories

Against the odds until the last commercial.

24 episodes

Atomic Age Air

1948–1955: rockets, nerves, new futures.

24 episodes

Essential Thrillers

Pulse-up nights across the golden age.

24 episodes

Friday Night Thrills

Weekend starts with a twist.

24 episodes

Casey, Crime Photographer

Tough Guy

A young cab driver becomes entangled in a dangerous situation when he picks up a mysterious passenger who may be involved in a robbery and murder. As the police investigate, the stakes rise for everyone involved.

Ep 227 · Thursday, March 4, 1948 · 28:54

Chet Chetter's Tales from the Morgue

Elmer And The Book Of Absolute Truth

In Elmer And The Book Of Absolute Truth, Elmer Corn is unexpectedly summoned by a billionaire to embark on a quest for a legendary book that supposedly holds the secrets of the universe. As Elmer navigates this bizarre adventure, he discovers that nothing is as it seems.

Ep 1704 · Saturday, September 2, 1995 · 29:59

Dimension X

The Embassy

A private detective is hired by a man named Grafius to locate the hidden Martian Embassy in New York City, raising questions about extraterrestrial intentions towards Earth.

Ep 9 · Saturday, June 3, 1950 · 29:57

Dimension X

Nightmare

In Dimension X: Nightmare, machines begin to malfunction and cause deadly accidents, leading Samson Gurney to suspect a sinister plot. As he investigates, he faces accusations of murder and a descent into madness.

Ep 36 · Sunday, June 10, 1951 · 24:54

The Adventures of Superman

Superman Vs. Kryptonite - Pt 09

Batman and Robin race against time to find Superman, who is in danger after being captured by the corrupt George Latimer, who possesses kryptonite. The stakes are high as they attempt to outsmart Latimer and rescue their friend.

Ep 1557 · Monday, May 26, 1947 · 14:23

Dragnet

Red Light Bandit

A ruthless robber impersonates a police officer, preying on unsuspecting citizens at red traffic lights. Detectives Friday and Romero must track him down before he strikes again.

Ep 6 · Thursday, July 14, 1949 · 29:37

The Devil and Mr O

Rocket from Manhattan

In Rocket from Manhattan, a group of astronauts returns from the moon, but their journey takes a dark turn as they face a dire situation in space. Tensions rise as they confront the consequences of their mission and the implications of their discoveries.

Ep 22 · Friday, February 11, 1972 · 28:36

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