Charles Lyon
Barney Phillips
Eddie Dunstedter
Hal March
James Nusser
John Lund
Virginia Gregg
Goldie Originals that include this night
Detective Desk
Private eyes, hardboiled and soft.
24 episodes
Johnny Dollar Expenses
The man with the action-packed expense account.
Shared stars, moods, and themes across the catalog
Suspense
Two reporters and a cop receive mysterious invitations to meet 'The Avenger' at midnight, amidst a series of murders linked to a killer known as 'The Thirteenth Apostle.' The stakes rise as they delve deeper into the case, each questioning the identity of the potential killer among them.
Ep 613 · Tuesday, August 30, 1955 · 24:59
Let George Do It
George Valentine investigates the suicide of a newspaperman, uncovering a loan shark racket that may have driven him to despair. He goes undercover to expose the culprits and seek justice for the victim's family.
Ep 278 · Monday, January 7, 1952 · 29:15
Richard Diamond, Private Detective
In the Christmas Show of Richard Diamond, Private Detective, Richard Diamond presents a unique rendition of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol featuring characters from his detective agency. The stakes revolve around the spirit of Christmas as Diamond aims to bring joy and laughter during the holiday season.
Ep 114 · Friday, December 21, 1951 · 29:30
Gunsmoke
Marshal Dillon faces a tense situation when he arrests Cleary Small, leading to a dangerous confrontation with his brother Nort, who kidnaps Kitty in a bid to secure his sibling's release.
Ep 434 · Sunday, July 31, 1960 · 25:54
Fort Laramie
Captain Quince investigates the slaughter of buffalo on Indian land, suspecting white hunters are responsible for the wasteful killings. The stakes rise as he realizes this could lead to conflict with the local tribes.
Ep 33 · Sunday, September 9, 1956 · 29:46
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Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar
Johnny's in Germany investigating the murder of an American engineer with an interesting barge.
Ep 206 · Tuesday, March 16, 1954 · 28:41
A beautiful woman, wearing an expensive fur coat is killed...the coat being a clue to the previous robbery.
Ep 162 · Tuesday, May 12, 1953 · 29:54
An aging beauty in Las Vegas has had her $30,000 necklace stolen. See cat. #62997 for a network, sponsored version of this broadcast, the program is not complete however, and the
Ep 169 · Tuesday, June 30, 1953 · 29:23
A huge yellow diamond has disappeared from a ritzy Bevery Hills jewely store.
Ep 202 · Tuesday, February 16, 1954 · 29:46
A package filled with explosives leads to the discovery of a labor protection racket. See cat. #62998 for a network, sponsored version of this broadcast (that is not as complete n
Ep 171 · Tuesday, July 14, 1953 · 28:18
A beautiful young girl is murdered...after she committed suicide! The script was used subsequently on "Johnny Dollar" on July 20, 1954 (see cat. #16506).
Ep 152 · Friday, March 6, 1953 · 30:03
A stolen masterpiece is finally recovered...or is it? The "Suspense" program on CBS earlier in the evening promoted this episode as "The Flowering Judas Matter."
Ep 222 · Tuesday, July 6, 1954 · 27:37
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Episode 216
The Punctilious Firebug Matter
Tuesday, May 25, 1954 · 30:03
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A firebug strikes promptly on Tuesday nights, and only at those with new fire insurance policies!
Fifties Fade
When TV took the living room (1950 and after).
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Dragnet
A seven-week-old baby is abandoned at a Los Angeles bus station, prompting detectives to search for the mother. The case raises questions about the woman's well-being and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.
Ep 148 · Thursday, April 10, 1952 · 29:28
Mr. Saxton has purchased a "supposedly priceless" painting for $200,000. It may be a forgery, and Mr. Saxton has it insured.
Ep 185 · Tuesday, October 20, 1953 · 29:31
A beautiful young girl is murdered...after she committed suicide! The script was used previously on "Johnny Dollar" on March 6, 1953 (see cat. #62993).
Ep 224 · Tuesday, July 20, 1954 · 30:00