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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 — 80 episodes · page 1 of 6

193719381939194019411942194319441945194619471948194919501951195219531954All years
  1. Ep 2176

    Jan 1, 1947 · Wild Horse Round-up

    In the Lone Ranger episode 'Wild Horse Round-up', the masked hero and his friends find themselves in a dangerous situation while attempting to corral wild horses. When they encounter Rance Taggart and his gang, tensions escalate as Taggart threatens them, believing they are after…

    29:54
  2. Ep 2177

    Jan 3, 1947 · Belle Marlow's Revenge

    In Belle Marlow's Revenge, Belle returns to Silver City with a dark agenda. After serving time in prison, she seeks to reclaim her son, Jim, who is unaware of her identity and the truth about his adoption. Belle plans to blackmail him for a share of the wealth he inherited from h…

    29:50
    • Tense
    • Revenge
    • Blackmail
    • Crime
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  3. Ep 2178

    Jan 6, 1947 · To Catch a Crook

    In To Catch a Crook, federal investigator Jim Jackson faces a setback when he breaks his leg during a nighttime ride. As he recuperates, the Lone Ranger and Tonto take on the investigation into Amos Barton's questionable cattle sales to the army. With Jackson's keen insights and…

    29:54
  4. Ep 2179

    Jan 8, 1947 · Test for a Lawman

    In the Lone Ranger episode 'Test for a Lawman', Jim Dallas, a respected deputy, is confronted by Killer Muldoon, a criminal from his past. Muldoon threatens to reveal Jim's true identity, forcing him to grapple with his hidden history and the consequences of his past actions. As…

    29:51
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  5. Ep 2180

    Jan 10, 1947 · Tough Kid from Kansas City

    In the episode Tough Kid from Kansas City, the Lone Ranger encounters Bob Ferris, a young boy with a penchant for trouble and a desire to emulate outlaws. Bob's father has brought him west in hopes of changing his ways, but the boy's tough demeanor and reckless behavior pose a ch…

    29:56
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Western
  6. Ep 2181

    Jan 13, 1947 · Law for Apache Bend

    In Law for Apache Bend, the Lone Ranger and Tonto intervene just in time to save Bob Rutledge from a lynch mob. Rutledge, accused of murdering Bill Stacey, is whisked away from certain death, but the masked hero knows that the real danger lies in the conspiracy surrounding his ca…

    29:51
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  7. Ep 2182

    Jan 15, 1947 · From Outer Space - Meteor I

    In the The Lone Ranger episode titled From Outer Space - Meteor I, the masked hero is tasked with protecting a vital shipment of meteorite samples that could unlock groundbreaking scientific discoveries. After two previous shipments mysteriously vanish, government officials fear…

    29:55
  8. Ep 2231

    May 9, 1947 · The Colorado Kid

    In The Colorado Kid, the Lone Ranger travels incognito on a train when he meets Ellen Blake, who is on her way to Modoc City to reunite with her fiancé, Marshal John Ames. Their journey takes a dangerous turn when a gang of robbers holds up the train, and Ellen's quick thinking s…

    29:52
  9. Ep 2232

    May 12, 1947 · City of the Dead

    In City of the Dead, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride to the aid of Don and Peggy Dawson, who are being terrorized by mysterious prowlers at their isolated ranch. The siblings believe the intruders are after hidden gold that their grandfather supposedly concealed before his death.…

    29:44
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  10. Ep 2233

    May 14, 1947 · Blotched Brands

    In Blotched Brands, Milt Borden plots to seize the Rafter Eye Horse Ranch by manipulating circumstances to frame Matt Price for cattle theft. With the ailing ranch owner, Sam Todd, and his daughter Nancy caught in the crossfire, Borden's ruthless ambition threatens to destroy liv…

    29:54
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  11. Ep 2234

    May 16, 1947 · The Bully

    In the episode The Bully, the Lone Ranger confronts Bart Garson, a notorious bully in Concho City known for his abusive behavior towards his family. When Bart's son Billy returns home empty-handed from town, Bart's rage escalates, leading to a violent confrontation. The Lone Rang…

    29:45
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  12. Ep 2235

    May 19, 1947 · Jail for Sale

    In the The Lone Ranger episode titled Jail for Sale, the masked hero and his companion Tonto arrive in Tabletop, a town where the sheriff is auctioning off an old jail. As they investigate, they learn that a recently released convict, Cash Harper, is desperate to find buried mone…

    29:51
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Blackmail
    • Murder
    • Western
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  13. Ep 2236

    May 21, 1947 · The Wild Horse

    In The Wild Horse, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride through the struggles of the Fay family, who are grappling with the aftermath of a horse accident that leaves young Tommy injured and facing the possibility of being crippled for life. As Jim Fay tries to make a fresh start as a f…

    29:46
    • Melancholy
    • Survival
    • Romance
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Western
  14. Ep 2237

    May 23, 1947 · Change of Hart

    In Change of Hart, Jerry Hart is an orphan living with his sister Ruth, who is concerned about their dwindling finances. Jerry's friendship with the rough Tim Jennings leads him down a troubling path, as Jennings plans to involve him in a robbery. When the Lone Ranger and Tonto l…

    29:53
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  15. Ep 2238

    May 26, 1947 · The Hooded Quartet

    In The Hooded Quartet, the Lone Ranger and Tonto ride into action when Jake Wattles, a cafe owner, is abducted by four men in hoods seeking revenge for a past injustice. They believe Wattles framed them for murder, and they plan to make him pay. As the masked hero and his compani…

    29:50
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