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Western · 1933–1957

The Lone Ranger

2,128 episodes

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About this show

The Lone Ranger is a western radio series (1933–1957). Hosted by Fred Foy.

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Famous episodes to begin with — curated from RadioGold Index and OTR canon.

The Lone Ranger

The Origin Of Tonto

Ep 915 · Wednesday, December 7, 1938 · 29:42

The Lone Ranger

Dan Reid's Return

A gang member mistakes Dan Reid for the Lone Ranger and kidnaps him. This program was rebroadcast on April 25, 1955 (see cat. #7059).

Ep 3213 · Monday, August 17, 1953 · 23:21

The Lone Ranger

The Lone Ranger's Origin (Evening)

Ep 2410 · Wednesday, June 30, 1948 · 29:37

The Lone Ranger

Return of Cavendish

A retelling of the origin story of the Ranger. A good show. Dan Reid appears in the story. The program was repeated October 8, 1954.

Ep 3128 · Friday, January 30, 1953 · 24:55

The Lone Ranger

Cold Spring Showdown (Last Original 'Live' Broadcast)

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

The Lone Ranger

The Origin Of Silver

The origin story of "Silver." How the Lone Ranger got his famous white horse (he used to ride a horse named, "Dusty"). Brace Beemer's narration is well-done, a great Lone Ranger

Ep 916 · Friday, December 9, 1938 · 29:49

The Lone Ranger

Dan Reid's Adventure

A story having nothing to do with the "California Series," but that was made a part of it by having Dan Reid tell a flashback story about Berley Meyers, a bully in the town of Rio

Ep 1699 · Friday, December 10, 1943 · 29:22

The Lone Ranger

The Osage Bank Robbery

This program has been described as a "production test recording."

Ep 763 · Friday, December 17, 1937 · 29:46

Cast & guest stars›

Voices you hear across this show

Brace Beemer

1,504 episodes

Jay Michael

94 episodes

Al Hodge

20 episodes

Fred Foy

4 episodes

Art Baker

1 episode

Art Linkletter

1 episode

J

John Todd

1,894 episodes

E

Earle Graser

425 episodes

R

Rollon Parker

155 episodes

P

Paul Hughes

138 episodes

Hosts & announcers›

Who brought the night on the air

Fred Foy

504 episodes

Brace Beemer

278 episodes

Jay Michael

3 episodes

Howard Duff

2 episodes

Hal Kemp

1 episode

Sponsors›

Commercial partners — breaks intact on Goldie

Silvercup Bread

24 episodes

Silver Cup Bread

3 episodes

General Mills

2 episodes

M

Merita Bread

2 episodes

B

Betty Crocker Cake Mixes

1 episode

Networks›

Where this series was heard

A

ABC net

30 episodes

M

Mutual net

15 episodes

Blue Network

4 episodes

N

NBC net

4 episodes

AFRS

2 episodes

Episodes

On Goldie — 124 episodes · page 1 of 9

193719381939194019411942194319441945194619471948194919501951195219531954All years
  1. Ep 777

    Jan 19, 1938 · Crooked Banker and Sheriff

    In the Lone Ranger episode titled Crooked Banker and Sheriff, the masked hero arrives in Wells City, where he uncovers a web of corruption involving the powerful banker Ben Bush and Sheriff Pete Crowley. Bush, who rules the town with an iron fist, has manipulated the law to frame…

    29:50
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  2. Ep 782

    Jan 31, 1938 · Horse Thieves Steal Silver aka Abilene Horse Thieves

    In Horse Thieves Steal Silver, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride into Abilene to help the local ranchers who are plagued by a series of horse thefts. When the masked hero is falsely accused of being involved, the stakes escalate as Silver, his trusted steed, is stolen by a gang led…

    29:51
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  3. Ep 785

    Feb 7, 1938 · Contraband Liquor

    In the Lone Ranger episode titled Contraband Liquor, the masked hero rides to confront the growing issue of liquor smuggling along the border. With the Border Patrol struggling to catch the cunning smugglers, a murder occurs that intensifies the stakes. The investigation leads to…

    29:46
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  4. Ep 786

    Feb 9, 1938 · The Kansas Kid and the Stagecoach Murders

    In The Kansas Kid and the Stagecoach Murders, the Kansas Kid arrives in Calhoun seeking work as a stagecoach driver, despite the recent deaths of previous drivers under suspicious circumstances. The district superintendent, Ben Sawtell, is skeptical of the Kid's abilities, but th…

    29:00
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  5. Ep 790

    Feb 18, 1938 · Panamint Nash

    In Panamint Nash, the Lone Ranger arrives in the town of Needlepoint, where he learns about the notorious Panamint Nash and his daughter, Lindy. The townsfolk express their disdain for Panamint, who has a reputation for being cruel and controlling, especially towards his family.…

    29:49
    • Tense
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Western
  6. Ep 792

    Feb 23, 1938 · The Missing Letter

    In The Missing Letter, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride to the rescue after a Pony Express rider is ambushed while carrying crucial documents. The rider's horse gallops riderless past them, prompting the duo to investigate the incident. As they delve deeper, they discover a conspir…

    29:50
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Blackmail
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  7. Ep 795

    Mar 2, 1938 · The Apache Kid

    In The Apache Kid, the Lone Ranger and Tonto find themselves at a critical juncture when they discover Deputy Tom Reynolds gravely wounded after an encounter with the infamous Apache Kid. As Reynolds struggles to share his last words, the Ranger learns of the deep-seated vendetta…

    29:41
    • Tense
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  8. Ep 797

    Mar 7, 1938 · Jim Murdock's Mine

    In Jim Murdock's Mine, Jim Murdock has built his fortune from a gold mine, but his partner Abe Jenkins is struggling after being cheated out of his share. As Jenkins approaches Murdock for help, the stakes rise when Murdock and his associate, Barney Holden, conspire to eliminate…

    29:50
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Noir
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  9. Ep 799

    Mar 11, 1938 · Andy Beechum, Prospector

    In this episode of The Lone Ranger, Andy Beechum finally finds success after years of searching for gold, only to face new challenges. With his claim staked and a small home built, Andy's joy is threatened by Black Mike and Mark Goldman, who aim to exploit his financial struggles…

    29:56
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Blackmail
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  10. Ep 800

    Mar 14, 1938 · Homesteader Jeb Martin

    In Homesteader Jeb Martin, the Lone Ranger rides to the aid of Jeb Martin, a homesteader struggling to secure his family's future in California amidst violent land disputes. Jeb and his wife, Martha, are caught in a conflict with Manuel Ortega, who refuses to recognize their clai…

    29:43
  11. Ep 801

    Mar 16, 1938 · Amos Franklyn, Sheepherder

    In this episode of The Lone Ranger, Amos Franklin, a sheep rancher, finds himself in a precarious situation as cattlemen conspire to drive him off the land. Scar Gordon, a notorious outlaw, seeks to exploit the tensions for his own gain, but the Lone Ranger intervenes to help Amo…

    29:14
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Western
  12. Ep 803

    Mar 21, 1938 · Pitfall Trap

    In Pitfall Trap, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride into a territory dominated by the ruthless Jim Burton, who extorts money from local ranchers through intimidation and violence. When they hear a distress signal, they rush to help, only to discover the extent of Burton's tyranny. Th…

    29:27
  13. Ep 804

    Mar 23, 1938 · Coming of Age

    In the The Lone Ranger episode titled Coming of Age, the masked hero and Tonto encounter a house ablaze, owned by Zeke Salters, who is adamant about not wanting their assistance. As they confront Zeke, tensions rise, revealing his controlling nature over his ward, Nancy Randall,…

    29:52
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Blackmail
    • Mystery
    • Drama
    • Thriller
  14. Ep 805

    Mar 25, 1938 · Revenge for Mendoza

    In Revenge for Mendoza, the Lone Ranger rides into Greenville, Texas, where a gang of hooded outlaws has been terrorizing the homes of those who convicted their leader, Manuel Mendoza. The gang, led by Mendoza's daughter Carita, has a strange code—they rob but do not kill. As the…

    29:48
  15. Ep 806

    Mar 28, 1938 · Faked Bank Robbery

    In Faked Bank Robbery, the town's money-lender, Jed Kramer, is known for his harsh lending practices, which have made him many enemies. When he is robbed of $10,000, the town quickly suspects poor Abe Tanner, who has been driven to desperation by Kramer's deceit. The Lone Ranger,…

    29:58
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
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