William Keighley
Cliff Clark
Edwin Maxwell
Janet Scott
Leo Cleary
Noreen Gammill
Norma Jean Nilsson
Goldie Originals that include this night
Drama Desk
Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.
24 episodes
Shared stars, moods, and themes across the catalog
Suspense
A Hungarian doctor is coerced by Communist officials to assassinate a woman who knows too much about the regime. He grapples with his moral obligations as a healer against the threat to his family and life.
Ep 696 · Sunday, April 28, 1957 · 28:29
Broadway Is My Beat
Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of John Perry, a pet shop owner despised by many. As he delves into Perry's life, he uncovers a web of resentment and potential motives among the people around him.
Ep 154 · Saturday, February 28, 1953 · 28:24
Let George Do It
George Valentine investigates the suspicious circumstances surrounding the murder of a pawn shop owner, as a cleaning woman believes he is innocent and needs help.
Ep 314 · Monday, September 15, 1952 · 29:49
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar
Four loan companies in San Francisco have been robbed...within two hours! An unusually violent adventure for Johnny Dollar!
Ep 78 · Saturday, January 13, 1951 · 30:39
Lights Out
Aunt Harriet, living alone in a dark wood, has some very strange feline companions! A good story! The story is also known as, "Mrs. Kingsley's Report."
Ep 19430525 · Tuesday, May 25, 1943 · 22:51
An Evening With Groucho
Ep 1 · Saturday, May 6, 1972 · 3:08
Same series — shared cast and standout nights
Lux Radio Theatre
The story of Dan Emmet, the first minstrel man. An edited version of The Lux Radio Theatre" broadcast, see cat. #50644 for the complete broadcast. See cat. #41047 for a rehearsal
Ep 419 · Monday, December 20, 1943 · 59:38
A very well-written if somewhat weepy portrait of small-town America during war. See cat. #92646 for a rehearsal recording.
Ep 434 · Monday, April 10, 1944 · 59:31
A rehearsal recording. William Keighley is announced as the new "regular" host of the program. The classic western story about a strange lawman and his unusual methods.
Ep 500 · Monday, November 5, 1945 · 57:04
The story about the detective who falls in love with the portait of the beautiful, but dead, Laura. See cat. #89137 for a rehearsal recording of this broadcast. The story was pro
Ep 469 · Monday, February 5, 1945 · 59:31
Ep 544 · Monday, November 4, 1946 · 58:46
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
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 562
It's a Wonderful Life
Monday, March 10, 1947 · 59:36
CBS net
Network
Tired of his life on Earth, a man finds out what it's like never to have been born.
1947
Peak postwar network polish.
The Forties
A whole decade on the dial.
Victory & After
1945–1949: relief, noir, new nerves.
Hour-Long Nights
When you want a full-length appointment.
Latest Air Dates
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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
A warm romance/comedy about a Swedish farm girl who gets into politics by the back door. The story was later made into a TV series.
Ep 597 · Monday, January 5, 1948 · 56:46
A comedy about a lady mayor, a sculptor, and mixed-up marriage plans. AFRS program name: "Radio Theatre." The program was produced on The Lux Radio Theatre again on May 10, 1955.
Ep 549 · Monday, December 9, 1946 · 49:21