William Keighley
Dan Riss
Herb Butterfield
John McGovern
Lionel Barrymore
Richard Widmark
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
Edward Mason is on trial for the murder of his wife, having confessed during a night of disturbing dreams. As the courtroom drama unfolds, new evidence complicates the case and raises questions about justice.
Ep 540 · Monday, February 22, 1954 · 30:10
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
The Shadow
The perfect crime is almost committed, but for the Shadow..and the dream of "Big Charlie."
Ep 191 · Sunday, March 17, 1940 · 24:51
Dr. Kildare
Dr. Kildare and Dr. Gillespie treat a young woman suffering from amnesia after a mysterious incident. As they work to uncover her identity, they face pressure from hospital administration and the potential influence of her wealthy family.
Ep 80 · Friday, August 3, 1951 · 27:17
Cavalcade of America
In General Forrest Rides Again, a liberty ship in World War II faces a critical mission while her crew grapples with the challenges of war and personal stakes. Officer Maury Reynolds is particularly anxious about his brother's safety on the beachhead.
Ep 649 · Tuesday, March 28, 1950 · 29:55
X Minus One
Ralph Therian, an artist, experiments with a new medium that promises wealth, but his ambition leads to dangerous consequences. As he navigates the art world, the stakes rise dramatically when his methods attract unwanted attention.
Ep 90 · Wednesday, February 27, 1957 · 22:20
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Lux Radio Theatre
Ep 764 · Monday, November 12, 1951 · 60:31
A melodrama of love, marriage, and divorce.
Ep 610 · Monday, April 5, 1948 · 60:08
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
Ep 725 · Monday, December 18, 1950 · 59:56
A good cops-and-robbers story about a gangster-gone-straight turning stoolie to protect his little girls.
Ep 598 · Monday, January 12, 1948 · 59:47
The script was subsequently used on "The Lux Radio Theatre" on June 14, 1954 (see cat. #10257) and on "The Lux Video Theatre" on September 20, 1956.
Ep 661 · Monday, June 6, 1949 · 59:36
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
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 744
Down to the Sea in Ships
Monday, April 30, 1951 · 54:11
William Johnstone
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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
Gunsmoke
Yorky Kelly seeks help from Marshal Dillon after his father is kidnapped. The stakes rise as Dillon races against time to rescue the old man from his captors.
Ep 65 · Saturday, July 18, 1953 · 28:34
A heartwarming story about a woman who sacrifices her whole life to raise the children of others. AFRS program name: "Hollywood Radio Theatre."
Ep 804 · Monday, November 24, 1952 · 53:51
An interesting story about David Marshall Williams, a convicted murderer who was allowed by the warden to build his own gun while in prison! AFRTS program name: "Hollywood Radio T
Ep 873 · Monday, March 22, 1954 · 55:13