William Keighley
Betty Lou Gerson
Edwin Max
Herb Butterfield
Herb Vigran
Noreen Gammill
Goldie Originals that include this night
Drama Desk
Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.
24 episodes
1950
Shared stars, moods, and themes across the catalog
Suspense
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
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar
A missing emerald, a missing jeweler, and a room full of junk with nothing missing.
Ep 520 · Sunday, January 20, 1957 · 29:33
Let George Do It
George Valentine is hired by the wife of a prominent politician to protect her husband's reputation from blackmail. As the situation escalates, George finds himself accused of murder and arson.
Ep 234 · Monday, March 5, 1951 · 30:02
Dragnet
A young boy named Stanley Johnstone goes missing just days before Christmas, and foul play is suspected. Detectives must uncover the truth behind his disappearance and the blood stains found in his backyard.
Ep 30 · Thursday, December 22, 1949 · 29:22
Fibber McGee and Molly
Fibber is going to be the judge at a beauty contest, but the contestants are younger than he expects.
Ep 1144 · Sunday, April 24, 1955 · 14:17
Our Miss Brooks
Miss Brooks has invited Mr. and Mrs. Conklin and Mr. Boynton over to dinner. Mrs. Conklin wants a fur coat and enlists Miss Brooks into her plan. The plan backfires and Mr. Conkl
Ep 227 · Sunday, December 13, 1953 · 14:44
Same series — shared cast and standout nights
Lux Radio Theatre
Ep 695 · Monday, March 27, 1950 · 59:51
A melodrama of love, marriage, and divorce.
Ep 610 · Monday, April 5, 1948 · 60:08
The story of a cowboy and his love for a wild horse. AFRS program name: "Radio Theatre."
Ep 564 · Monday, March 24, 1947 · 54:29
A well-written love story about a struggling artist, and the young girl from the past that becomes his inspiration and love.
Ep 674 · Monday, October 31, 1949 · 59:34
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
A con-man returns from the war, but falls for the perfect victim. Ronald Reagan recalls his radio days as a sportscaster and recreates a play-by-play.
Ep 590 · Monday, November 17, 1947 · 59:05
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 726
The Wizard of Oz
Monday, December 25, 1950 · 59:39
William Johnstone
CBS net
Network
The adventures of Dorothy in the land of Oz.
Midcentury turn — new decade, same speaker.
Fifties Fade
When TV took the living room (1950 and after).
Hour-Long Nights
When you want a full-length appointment.
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Bright Star
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
Broadway Is My Beat
Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of boxer Harry Brian, who is found beaten and dying after a controversial fight. As he delves into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal surrounding Brian's life and death.
Ep 173 · Saturday, July 11, 1953 · 29:30
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
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