Cecil B. DeMille
Franchot Tone
Frank Nelson
Gilbert Emery
Joan Crawford
Lou Merrill
Wally Maher
Goldie Originals that include this night
Prewar Nights
Before the war changed the dial (through 1941).
24 episodes
Shared stars, moods, and themes across the catalog
Suspense
A desperate hoodlum, Georgie, finds himself in a precarious situation after murdering his rival and needs a solid alibi before the authorities catch on.
Ep 410 · Thursday, January 4, 1951 · 29:43
Lights Out
A "gentle man" imprisons two women. One must marry him, the other must die! This story is definitely not for the squeamish!
Ep 19421229 · Tuesday, December 29, 1942 · 28:56
Fibber McGee and Molly
This is part of an AFRTS Christmas show with a studio audience. "Fibber" has a chat with "Myrt," the telephone operator. Jim Jordan was 85-years old at the time of this broadcast
Ep 19811225 · Friday, December 25, 1981 · 13:48
Our Miss Brooks
Mrs. Davis hasn't enough money to make a payment of her mortgage. Greedy Mr. Travis also refuses to sell an empty lot next to Madison High.
Ep 274 · Sunday, January 30, 1955 · 25:33
The Jack Benny Program
George and Gracie are the program's guests, but Gracie hasn't arrived at the studio. Jack gets into a dress to appear as Gracie. He and George do a "Burns and Allen" routine. A
Ep 799 · Sunday, March 9, 1952 · 29:30
Cavalcade of America
In The Enlightened Professor, Benjamin Silliman embarks on a groundbreaking journey to introduce chemistry as a vital subject at Yale College in the early 1800s. His passion for science faces skepticism from traditionalists, but he is determined to make a difference in American education.
Ep 569 · Monday, May 24, 1948 · 25:26
Same series — shared cast and standout nights
Lux Radio Theatre
The musical biography of French poet Francois Villon.
Ep 94 · Monday, August 17, 1936 · 59:53
The first Lux broadcast from Hollywood. The first show hosted by Cecil B. DeMille. A love story between a Legionnaire in the desert and a night club singer. C. B. interviews Jes
Ep 83 · Monday, June 1, 1936 · 59:07
A well-done story of backstage love and heartbreak. Eighty-five year old Daniel Frohman (a famous theatrical producer) is interviewed. Al Jolson and Ruby Keeler are interviewed a
Ep 85 · Monday, June 15, 1936 · 59:43
A submissive wife finally decides that she's had enough.
Ep 179 · Monday, June 6, 1938 · 59:36
A lawyer gets good and drunk when his fiancee marries someone else. Recovering the next morning, he finds himself married to a total stranger.
Ep 176 · Monday, May 16, 1938 · 59:43
A comedy-romance about an impoverished Duchess and a bumbling waiter. Vince Barnett is interviewed (a character actor who bills himself as "Public Pest #1")
Ep 110 · Monday, December 7, 1936 · 61:23
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 91
Chained
Monday, July 27, 1936 · 59:52
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The story is based on the 1934 MGM film.
Drama Desk
Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.
Thirties Echo
1930s nights — earlier golden age glow.
Hour-Long Nights
When you want a full-length appointment.
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Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar
J. Ransom Wendell, a very important client, wants to see Johnny right away...but for what purpose? The story title was subsequently used on, "Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar" on Decemb
Ep 687 · Sunday, May 8, 1960 · 24:03
Broadway Is My Beat
Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of George Lane, a wealthy man found stabbed in a cheap hotel. As he delves into Lane's life, he uncovers a web of resentment and betrayal among those closest to him.
Ep 169 · Saturday, June 13, 1953 · 29:26
The story of the queen who was betrayed into giving up her love and who then lost her throne, freedom, and life.
Ep 132 · Monday, May 10, 1937 · 59:50
During the intermission interview, Glora Swanson and Cecil B. DeMille recall the silent films they made together.
Ep 96 · Monday, August 31, 1936 · 60:00