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Host

W

William Keighley

Cast›

Betty Lou Gerson

C

Clifton Webb

Lucille Ball

N

Nelson Welch

S

Steve Dunne

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Lucille Ball on Radio

Before the sitcom throne.

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Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar

Bodyguard to Anne Connelly

Johnny's in Milwaukee to protect a rich woman from an escaped madman. The script is similar to the program of August 31, 1950 (see cat. #62655).

Ep 27 · Saturday, December 3, 1949 · 29:29

Suspense

The Long Wait

A man recently released from prison seeks revenge for his brother's death, but the path he chooses is fraught with tension and uncertainty.

Ep 360 · Thursday, November 24, 1949 · 30:07

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

Bill Kirby Murder Case

Richard Diamond investigates the mysterious disappearance of Bill Kirby, a private detective who has been acting strangely before his death. As Diamond delves deeper, he uncovers a web of secrets and danger surrounding Kirby's life.

Ep 27 · Saturday, October 29, 1949 · 29:30

Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly Shops for a Hat

Fibber buys Molly a Parisian hat for Valentine's Day.

Ep 1095 · Monday, February 14, 1955 · 14:16

Bright Star

George's Old Girlfriend, Betty Lou, Comes for a Visit

Betty Lou visits George, believing he is the editor of the newspaper, which leads to humorous complications when her husband Beauregard unexpectedly arrives. A local gangster adds to the chaos as George tries to maintain the ruse.

Ep 51 · Thursday, October 8, 1953 · 27:32

The Big Show

Clifton Webb, Jimmy Durante

The episode features Tallulah Bankhead hosting a star-studded lineup, including Clifton Webb and Jimmy Durante, as they engage in witty banter and musical performances.

Ep 6 · Sunday, December 10, 1950 · 88:20

More from Lux Radio Theatre

Same series — shared cast and standout nights

Lux Radio Theatre

Mrs Mike

The story of a young girl from Boston who marries a Mountie and goes to live in the frozen North. AFRS program name: "Broadway Playhouse." The program closing has been deleted.

Ep 699 · Monday, April 24, 1950 · 42:32

Lux Radio Theatre

The Wizard of Oz

The adventures of Dorothy in the land of Oz.

Ep 726 · Monday, December 25, 1950 · 59:39

Lux Radio Theatre

The Birds

A classic tale of terror, every bit as good as the Hitchcock movie. AFRS program name: "Hollywood Radio Theatre."

Ep 838 · Monday, July 20, 1953 · 59:03

Lux Radio Theatre

Daisy Kenyon

A melodrama of love, marriage, and divorce.

Ep 610 · Monday, April 5, 1948 · 60:08

Lux Radio Theatre

Lady in the Lake

A two-fisted detective yarn. Philip Marlowe tries to track down the murderer of a woman found at the bottom of a lake...and of a man shot to death in the shower.

Ep 602 · Monday, February 9, 1948 · 59:18

Lux Radio Theatre

The Seventh Veil

A romantic drama about a concert pianist with mental problems caused by a demanding uncle. The story was subsequently used on "The Lux Radio Theatre" on December 13, 1948 (see cat

Ep 581 · Monday, September 15, 1947 · 60:05

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  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).

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Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 695

The Man Who Came to Dinner

Monday, March 27, 1950 · 59:51

Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 695

The Man Who Came to Dinner

Monday, March 27, 1950 · 59:51

William Johnstone

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CBS net

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Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.

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When TV took the living room (1950 and after).

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Broadway Is My Beat

The Frank Dayton Murder Case

Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of wealthy real estate owner Frank Dayton, who is found dead in his library with a letter opener. As Clover delves into Dayton's life, he uncovers a web of relationships and secrets that complicate the case.

Ep 160 · Saturday, April 11, 1953 · 29:05

Dragnet

22 Rifle for Christmas

A nine-year-old boy goes missing, raising suspicions of foul play. Detectives Friday and Smith investigate the case, uncovering a tragic accident involving a gun.

Ep 183 · Sunday, December 21, 1952 · 26:48

Lux Radio Theatre

Cheaper by the Dozen

A warm family comedy about an efficiency expert who creates and raises his children "efficiently."

Ep 745 · Monday, May 7, 1951 · 51:32

Lux Radio Theatre

Million Dollar Mermaid

The romance of Helen Kellerman, famous swimmer from Australia. AFRTS program name: "Hollywood Radio Theatre."

Ep 859 · Monday, December 14, 1953 · 45:09

That night in history

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  3. Lux Radio TheatreThe Man Who Came to DinnerCurrently listeningEpisode 695
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