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Host

W

W. S. Van Dyke

Cast›

B

Barbara Luddy

Bret Morrison

Myrna Loy

P

Porter Hall

W

Wally Maher

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Prewar Nights

Before the war changed the dial (through 1941).

24 episodes

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Suspense

The House in Cypress Canyon

A real estate agent uncovers a chilling manuscript in an unfinished house that hints at a supernatural presence. As he shares his findings with a detective friend, the stakes rise with the eerie implications of the story.

Ep 222 · Thursday, December 5, 1946 · 30:36

Cavalcade of America

Chautauqua Fable

A young boy named Dewey Craver dreams of attending the Chautauqua, a cultural event in Belleville, with his family. His father is hesitant due to the cost and their farm responsibilities, but ultimately agrees to go.

Ep 572 · Monday, June 14, 1948 · 26:45

X Minus One

Courtesy

An Earth expedition on the planet Landor faces a deadly plague, and with dwindling supplies, the crew must seek help from the mysterious native inhabitants who may hold the key to survival.

Ep 14 · Thursday, August 18, 1955 · 24:17

The Shadow

The Vengeance of Angela Nolan

Lamont is framed for murder, and has to escape from jail to prove his innocence.

Ep 737 · Sunday, June 27, 1954 · 25:07

The Adventures of Sam Spade

Hail Farewell Caper

The last show of the series. A strange little man tries to kill himself while Willie Johnson is scheduled to die at San Quentin tonight. He was framed. A well-done finale to a f

Ep 245 · Friday, April 27, 1951 · 29:49

Let George Do It

Cause for Thanksgiving

George Valentine investigates a mute ten-year-old boy who refuses to speak after a traumatic incident. As he delves into the boy's past, George uncovers dark secrets that threaten their safety.

Ep 219 · Monday, November 20, 1950 · 29:13

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Same series — shared cast and standout nights

Lux Radio Theatre

After the Thin Man

Nick and Nora Charles solve their second case.

Ep 268 · Monday, June 17, 1940 · 59:34

Lux Radio Theatre

Tovarich

A comedy about two starving Russian emigres who become servants in the home of a wealthy Parisian, and much more. The intermission guest is Grand Duchess Marie, a cousin of the Cz

Ep 219 · Monday, May 15, 1939 · 59:35

Lux Radio Theatre

Skylark

An advertising man's marriage is heading for the rocks on his fifth anniversary.

Ep 337 · Monday, February 2, 1942 · 59:49

Lux Radio Theatre

Wake Island

A good war drama about the relatively undefended Pacific Island attacked by the Japs shortly after Pearl Harbor.

Ep 367 · Monday, October 26, 1942 · 60:00

Lux Radio Theatre

The Bride Came C.O.D.

Ep 332 · Monday, December 29, 1941 · 59:26

Lux Radio Theatre

Magic Town

A pollster's dream comes true. He finds the typical American city that is statistically accurate...until the residents come to realize how valuable they are! Love complicates the

Ep 594 · Monday, December 15, 1947 · 61:04

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Lux_Radio_Theater_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).

Lux_Radio_Theatre_36-06-08_084_The_Thin_Man.mp3

Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 84

The Thin Man

Monday, June 8, 1936 · 59:26

Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 84

The Thin Man

Monday, June 8, 1936 · 59:26

William Powell

Network›

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CBS net

Network

The story of an urbane and witty New York detective who solves a missing-persons murder. Introduced by the director of the original film: W. S. Van Dyke (DeMille was attending a Paramount convention is Chicago). Theda Bara appears after the story and discusses her planned "comeback."

Drama Desk

Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.

24 episodes

Thirties Echo

1930s nights — earlier golden age glow.

24 episodes

Hour-Long Nights

When you want a full-length appointment.

24 episodes

Latest Air Dates

The newest broadcast dates in the archive.

24 episodes

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar

The Joan Sebastian Matter

Joan Sebastian has been found dead. Was it murder or suicide? The answer isn't obvious! A good show.

Ep 69 · Saturday, October 28, 1950 · 29:26

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

The Oklahoma Cowboy Murder Case

Richard Diamond investigates the suspicious death of Clay Baxter's brother in Oklahoma, believing it to be murder rather than an accident. As he delves into the case, he uncovers dark motives surrounding the inheritance of a vast ranch.

Ep 66 · Wednesday, September 27, 1950 · 29:30

Lux Radio Theatre

Hired Wife

Ep 324 · Monday, November 3, 1941 · 59:14

Lux Radio Theatre

Manhattan Melodrama

A gangster classic about two boyhood friends who take different paths, one to the Governor's office, the other to the electric chair. The first show of the season.

Ep 272 · Monday, September 9, 1940 · 58:48

That night in history

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