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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 — 146 episodes · page 1 of 10

193719381939194019411942194319441945194619471948194919501951195219531954All years

  1. Ep 1552

    Jan 1, 1943 · Mountain Trap

    In the Mountain Trap episode of The Lone Ranger, the masked hero and his companion Tonto discover that stolen military carbines have been traded to the Blackfeet, inciting them to wage war against their rivals, the Crow. With the stakes high, the duo disguises themselves as buffa…

    29:14
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • War
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller

  2. Ep 1553

    Jan 4, 1943 · Betty in Trouble

    In the episode Betty in Trouble, a case of mistaken identity leads to chaos when Betty shoots the Lone Ranger, thinking he is Hooper, a nefarious figure trying to take over her father's copper mine. The Lone Ranger, only wounded, must now deal with the fallout of the incident whi…

    29:23
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller

  3. Ep 1554

    Jan 6, 1943 · Skull Mountain

    In the episode Skull Mountain, the Lone Ranger, Tonto, and Dan venture into the treacherous terrain of Skull Mountain, where they uncover a plot involving a hidden gold mine. Sam Conway, a prospector, has discovered gold but is targeted by a gang of ruthless outlaws who want his…

    28:20
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama

  4. Ep 1557

    Jan 13, 1943 · Wagons Westward

    In Wagons Westward, Steve Lacey's aggressive tactics in the freight business raise suspicions among local workers who are left without pay. As tensions mount, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride to the scene to uncover the truth behind Lacey's actions and protect Ma Wiggens' livelihoo…

    28:19
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller

  5. Ep 1558

    Jan 15, 1943 · The Beaded Holster

    In The Beaded Holster, Dan Reid discovers a beautiful beaded belt at the Rainbow Cafe, which he purchases despite its hefty price. Unbeknownst to him, the belt conceals a map to stolen gold from a notorious robbery. When the Lone Ranger receives a letter from a dying convict clai…

    29:16

  6. Ep 1559

    Jan 18, 1943 · Live Wire

    In the Lone Ranger episode 'Live Wire', young Dan Reid is left at a telegraph station while the Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate potential trouble nearby. When a group of Indians attacks, Dan realizes he must send an SOS signal to alert his uncle and the construction crew. As th…

    29:17
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama

  7. Ep 1560

    Jan 20, 1943 · Masquerade

    In the Lone Ranger episode titled Masquerade, Tonto shares a gripping story with Dan Reid about a time when both he and the Lone Ranger were impersonated by criminals. As the outlaws commit a series of robberies, they cleverly disguise themselves as the iconic duo, causing chaos…

    28:00
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Mistaken identity
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama

  8. Ep 1561

    Jan 22, 1943 · Sheriff by Proxy

    In Sheriff by Proxy, the Lone Ranger and Tonto arrive in Kingsville to find the town in turmoil under the control of a corrupt sheriff, Bart Hegan. After a deputy is killed while seeking help, the Lone Ranger takes on the role of temporary sheriff to confront the criminals and re…

    29:22
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama

  9. Ep 1562

    Jan 25, 1943 · Trail's End

    In Trail's End, the Lone Ranger and Tonto respond to a deadly ambush on a stagecoach, where both the driver and guard have been murdered. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they discover that a government agent, Joel Eakin, has been kidnapped by outlaws who aim to steal a sig…

    29:12
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Blackmail
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama

  10. Ep 1563

    Jan 27, 1943 · Honor Parole

    In Honor Parole, a man named Shorty Smith is released from prison after serving twenty years for a crime he didn't commit. The Warden believes in the honor parole system and hopes Shorty can start anew, but he fears Shorty may seek revenge against the son of the man he was wrongf…

    28:08
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Survival
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama

  11. Ep 1564

    Jan 29, 1943 · Red Uprising

    In Red Uprising, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride into Sutter's Gulch to address the growing anger of the Native Americans, led by Chief Spotted Deer. Accused of deceit, the Lone Ranger must prove his intentions are peaceful as he navigates the delicate situation between the settle…

    29:19
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama

  12. Ep 1565

    Feb 1, 1943 · The Gang in Forbidden Plain

    In The Gang in Forbidden Plain, the Lone Ranger, along with Tonto and his nephew Dan Reed, navigates the treacherous terrain of the Forbidden Plain, a lawless area rife with outlaws. A rancher named Sneed seems eager to help them, but his true intentions remain unclear as they un…

    29:17

  13. Ep 1566

    Feb 3, 1943 · Six-Guns Smoke

    In Six-Guns Smoke, the Lone Ranger and his companions, Tonto and Dan, ride to Powder Creek to uncover the truth behind the murder of Windy Walters. Windy has information about the notorious outlaw Speed Lawson, but he fears the sheriff may be in league with the criminals. As the…

    28:06
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller

  14. Ep 1567

    Feb 5, 1943 · Self Defense

    In the Lone Ranger episode titled Self Defense, young rancher Jeff Atkins shoots Mark Bennett in what he claims is self-defense. However, when the sheriff arrives, he discovers that Bennett is unarmed, leading to Jeff's arrest for murder. As the trial unfolds, Jeff's sister Kitty…

    29:20

  15. Ep 1568

    Feb 8, 1943 · Bandits at Bay

    In Bandits at Bay, the Lone Ranger and Tonto must confront two dangerous convicts who have escaped from prison and taken hostages. As the outlaws hide in a cave, the Lone Ranger devises a clever plan to rescue the captives before it's too late. With the clock ticking, the masked…

    29:19
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Survival
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
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