Melville Ruick
Cecil B. DeMille
Donald Curtis
Doris Davenport
Forrest Tucker
Gary Cooper
Walter Brennan
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
The Big Show
The episode features a star-studded lineup including Ray Bolger and Gary Cooper, showcasing their talents through song and performance. Tallulah Bankhead hosts the lively variety show filled with humor and music.
Ep 13 · Sunday, January 28, 1951 · 86:08
Cavalcade of America
In Cavalcade of America, the story of the Merritt brothers unfolds as they venture into the wilderness of northern Minnesota in search of a new life. Their journey leads to a significant discovery that shapes the future of America.
Ep 426 · Monday, March 12, 1945 · 5:12
Fibber McGee and Molly
Ep 19820529 · Saturday, May 29, 1982 · 26:08
An Evening With Groucho
Ep 29 · Saturday, May 6, 1972 · 0:59
Our Miss Brooks
The story of Stretch Snodgrass' secret love and Miss Brooks' bath. The script was previously used on "Our Miss Brooks" on February 27, 1949 (see cat. #46328) and on February 14, 1
Ep 357 · Sunday, February 24, 1957 · 28:05
Lux Radio Theatre
A comedy about marriages and babies, not necessarily in that order!
Ep 461 · Monday, December 11, 1944 · 59:35
Same series — shared cast and standout nights
The classic western about a strong, silent type, who's fast on the draw when he has to be. Guest Sidney Skolsky does a funny "cowboy column."
Ep 105 · Monday, November 2, 1936 · 57:40
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
A well-done dramatization of the story of love and death in Italy during the first war.
Ep 127 · Monday, April 5, 1937 · 60:55
A turbulent family drama about an overbearing mother and a son trying to find himself. Sarah Delano Roosevelt (mother of the president) is interviewed after the story.
Ep 133 · Monday, May 17, 1937 · 59:43
A beautiful pearl thief takes advantage of a British auto engineer on holiday....and then falls in love with him.
Ep 124 · Monday, March 15, 1937 · 59:59
The third anniversary show of the series. A tearful story of mother love and sacrifice, "soon to be made into a radio serial."
Ep 145 · Monday, October 11, 1937 · 58:59
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 274
The Westerner
Monday, September 23, 1940 · 59:55
CBS net
Network
The "cattlemen," led by Judge Roy Bean, take on the "homesteaders," down in Texas.
Drama Desk
Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.
Early Forties
1940–1942: the hinge years.
The Forties
A whole decade on the dial.
Hour-Long Nights
When you want a full-length appointment.
Latest Air Dates
The newest broadcast dates in the archive.
A boy, a girl, a horse, and the big race. See cat. #93162 for a rehearsal recording of this program.
Ep 451 · Monday, October 2, 1944 · 59:39