Cecil B. DeMille
George Brent
Jack Lewis
Jean Parker
Jim Ameche
Kay Francis
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Prewar Nights
Before the war changed the dial (through 1941).
24 episodes
Shared stars, moods, and themes across the catalog
Cavalcade of America
In Waters of the Wilderness, Colonel George Rogers Clark arrives at a Spanish trading post in St. Louis during the American Revolution, stirring curiosity and tension among the locals, particularly with the governor's beautiful sister, Teresa.
Ep 248 · Monday, October 13, 1941 · 29:50
Suspense
A woman’s ex-husband threatens her new husband, creating a tense situation as they navigate the dangers of his obsession.
Ep 769 · Sunday, September 21, 1958 · 24:00
An Evening With Groucho
Groucho Marx performs a humorous song about roses and love, blending wit and nostalgia in his signature style.
Ep 38 · Saturday, May 6, 1972 · 2:54
Victor Borge Collection
Victor Borge entertains the audience with humor and music while reflecting on his time in America and the joy of performing.
Ep 5831 · Wednesday, December 23, 1953 · 10:07
Bright Star
Susan's cousin Emily arrives in Hillsdale, determined to maintain her romance with Peter Andrews, despite her family's wishes. As tensions rise, Susan and George scramble to keep the couple apart.
Ep 52 · Thursday, October 15, 1953 · 27:28
The Big Show
Tallulah Bankhead hosts a star-studded episode of The Big Show, featuring a mix of comedy, music, and anecdotes from notable guests. The cast shares their unique journeys in show business, blending humor with heartfelt moments.
Ep 51 · Sunday, March 9, 1952 · 86:25
Same series — shared cast and standout nights
Lux Radio Theatre
A strange drama about a scatterbrained widow whose young son Bill stays with her (and calls her "Sweetheart") and with his three brothers and sisters. He finally leaves to live wi
Ep 297 · Monday, March 3, 1941 · 59:53
The marriage-go-round among Connecticut society folk. One of the commercials is set in "The Brown Derby."
Ep 241 · Monday, December 11, 1939 · 59:42
A well-written story about a woman who never grows old, and her relations with her family over the years. Good radio! The intermission guest is Professor Walter Pitkin, author of
Ep 225 · Monday, June 26, 1939 · 59:50
An excellent romance about a woman who waits for her soldier to come home and see his son. When he arrives, he doesn't even remember her! A well-done melodrama that tugs at the h
Ep 236 · Monday, November 6, 1939 · 59:54
Two navy pilots are in love with the same girl. A competition for the glory of the service follows.
Ep 276 · Monday, October 7, 1940 · 59:55
A romantic comedy about a department store magnate who thinks of nothing but business, and his new wife with nothing but romance on her mind.
Ep 230 · Monday, September 25, 1939 · 59:38
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 255
The Rains Came
Monday, March 18, 1940 · 59:53
A romance/adventure set in colonial India. A good portrait of the period.
Drama Desk
Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.
Early Forties
1940–1942: the hinge years.
The Forties
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Hour-Long Nights
When you want a full-length appointment.
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Dr. Kildare
Dr. Kildare and Dr. Gillespie treat a young woman suffering from amnesia after a mysterious incident. As they work to uncover her identity, they face pressure from hospital administration and the potential influence of her wealthy family.
Ep 80 · Friday, August 3, 1951 · 27:17
Incredible but True
A mysterious naked man appears near Lord Carnivon's estate shortly after the opening of King Tut's tomb, coinciding with strange events and the lord's illness. The connection between these occurrences raises unsettling questions.
Ep 80 · Sunday, July 8, 1951 · 3:47
An actress marries a baby doctor so she can adopt a baby.
Ep 385 · Monday, March 1, 1943 · 58:11
When a man's wife decides to resume her operatic career, she flops badly, but her husband succeeds in a big way!
Ep 305 · Monday, April 28, 1941 · 59:38