Melville Ruick
Elsa Brand
Erik Rolf
Gale Gordon
Kathleen Fitz
Lester Schott
Lou Merrill
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
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
Suspense
An escaped prisoner struggles to free himself from handcuffs while seeking a way to access his hidden fortune. As he navigates his precarious situation, he encounters a woman who may hold the key to his freedom.
Ep 591 · Tuesday, March 29, 1955 · 24:55
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
Escape
Two drummer boys, Jaquin and Piggy Liu, show extraordinary courage as they face the horrors of battle while serving with a British regiment in Afghanistan. Their loyalty and bravery become a testament to the spirit of the regiment amidst the chaos of war.
Ep 37 · Sunday, April 18, 1948 · 29:30
The Shadow
A thirty-year-old elkhound defends the mansion of his dead master, and the money hidden somewhere inside the house! The villain sounds like Gale Gordon.
Ep 438 · Sunday, March 7, 1948 · 29:26
Rogue's Gallery
Private investigator Richard Rogue arrives in Minden, California, only to discover that the man who hired him, Stark McVeigh, has been murdered. As Rogue delves into the case, he uncovers a web of counterfeiting and betrayal.
Ep 29 · Thursday, January 3, 1946 · 29:39
Same series — shared cast and standout nights
Lux Radio Theatre
A drama of love, jealousy, and murder. The story was produced again on The Lux Summer Theatre on August 10, 1953 (see cat. #10492).
Ep 563 · Monday, March 17, 1947 · 59:33
The adventures of "Candy," a fast man with a deck of cards, a six-gun, and the judge's daughter. AFRS program name: "Radio Theatre."
Ep 522 · Monday, April 8, 1946 · 50:53
The story of the daring Englishman with a secret identity who bedevils the French during the Revolution. The intermission guest is Madame Hilda Grenier, former royal dresser to Qu
Ep 197 · Monday, December 12, 1938 · 59:10
Ep 575 · Monday, June 9, 1947 · 59:50
A wartime melodrama about a dying soldier who falls in love on a bond drive.
Ep 509 · Monday, January 7, 1946 · 59:33
Ep 253 · Monday, March 4, 1940 · 58:10
Murder and passion in a small town near Chicago.
Ep 523 · Monday, April 15, 1946 · 52:46
The musical biography of French poet Francois Villon.
Ep 94 · Monday, August 17, 1936 · 59:53
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 322
Blood and Sand
Monday, October 20, 1941 · 59:51
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The rise and fall of a great bull fighter, the role made famous by Rudolph Valentino.
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Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.
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Lights Out
A good story about an old man who writes in the sand at night the date people are ging to die. Kate Smith makes an appeal for the Third War Loan (she's been on the air all day).
Ep 19430921 · Tuesday, September 21, 1943 · 28:02
An Evening With Groucho
Groucho Marx humorously reflects on his experience watching the film Samson and Delilah and shares his candid opinion about the casting choices.
Ep 34 · Saturday, May 6, 1972 · 0:56
Alice's adventures are based on the 1951 Disney version of the famous children's story. William Keighley is not heard in this rehearsal; his part is read by the announcer, John Mi
Ep 770 · Monday, December 24, 1951 · 56:36
The biblical story, told by drama and narration. The famous temptress brings low the mighty Sampson. Victor Mature jumps his cues three times in the first two scenes.
Ep 765 · Monday, November 19, 1951 · 59:31