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Drama · 1938–1938

The Mercury Theatre on the Air

18 episodes

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About this show

The Mercury Theatre on the Air is a drama radio series (1938–1938). Hosted by Orson Welles.

Cast & guest stars›

Voices you hear across this show

Orson Welles

18 episodes

Ray Collins

8 episodes

Alfred Shirley

3 episodes

Agnes Moorehead

2 episodes

Alice Frost

1 episode

Joseph Cotten

1 episode

E

Edgar Barrier

6 episodes

E

Eustace Wyatt

6 episodes

G

George Coulouris

6 episodes

F

Frank Readick

4 episodes

Hosts & announcers›

Who brought the night on the air

Orson Welles

3 episodes

Networks

Where this series was heard

C

CBS net

16 episodes

Episodes

On Goldie — 18 episodes · page 1 of 2

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  1. Ep 1

    Jul 11, 1938 · Dracula

    The first show of the series, which is also known as, "FirstPerson, Singular."

    55:46

  2. Ep 2

    Jul 18, 1938 · Treasure Island

    Second show of the series. An excellent adaptation of the classic adventure tale. This program is also known as, "First Person, Singular."

    63:54

  3. Ep 3

    Jul 25, 1938 · A Tale of Two Cities

    The third show of the series. Orson Welles subsequently played the same role on The Lux Radio Theatre broadcast of March 26, 1945 (see cat. #10444). This series is also known as, "First Person, Singular."

    59:33

  4. Ep 4

    Aug 1, 1938 · The Thirty Nine Steps

    A spy story based on the 1935 Alfred Hitchcock movie. See cat. #10630 for a rehearsal recording of the program. This series is also known as, "First Person, Singular."

    62:52

  5. Ep 5

    Aug 8, 1938 · I'm a Fool, My Little Boy, Open Window

    58:06

  6. Ep 6

    Aug 15, 1938 · Abraham Lincoln

    A portrait of Lincoln during the war years. Just great! This series is also known as, "First Person, Singular." The story was adapted from the stage play, "Abraham Lincoln: A Stage Play," by John Drinkwater.

    59:51

  7. Ep 7

    Aug 22, 1938 · The Affairs of Anatole

    The episodic adventures of a delightful roue in old Vienna, before the first world war. Told with few sound effects and music cues, but those used most effectively. This series was also known as, "First Person, Singular." The script was adapted from the stage play: "Anatol" by Ar…

    60:26

  8. Ep 8

    Aug 29, 1938 · The Count of Monte Cristo

    Eighth show of the series. The favorite story about a young lad who enters a dungeon, and years later emerges as the fabulously wealthy Count. The series was also known as, "First Person, Singular.

    59:00

  9. Ep 9

    Sep 5, 1938 · The Man Who Was Thursday

    Announced as the ninth and last show of the series. A most confusing and wonderful show and story. Exciting, dramatic, puzzling, a second hearing is wanted immediately. This series was also known as, "First Person, Singular."

    57:25

  10. Ep 10

    Sep 11, 1938 · Julius Caesar

    The original Broadway cast of this superb "modern dress" production. The "Et Tu Brute" scene is not included, the play seems otherwise complete. Rehearsal.

    66:34

  11. Ep 12

    Sep 25, 1938 · The Immortal Sherlock Holmes

    Holmes vs. Moriarty once again. With news bulletins of the European war crisis. The script is based on the character and story "The Immortal Sherlock Holmes" of Arthur Conan Doyle (author). Adapted for the stage by Mr. Doyle and William Gillette.

    56:01

  12. Ep 14

    Oct 9, 1938 · Hell on Ice

    58:31

  13. Ep 15

    Oct 16, 1938 · Seventeen

    An adaptation of the bittersweet period piece about a young boy in young America, and the growing pains of youth. The script was adapted from "Seventeen:A Tale Of Youth and Summertime and the Baxter family Especially William."

    60:03

  14. Ep 16

    Oct 23, 1938 · Around the World in 80 Days

    An original adaption by Orson Welles of the story of Phileas Fogg, the eternally punctual Englishman.

    57:03

  15. Ep 17

    Oct 30, 1938 · War of the Worlds

    The most famous radio show of all time. Mars invades New Jersey.

    51:25
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FAQ

Can I stream The Mercury Theatre on the Air free on Goldie?
Yes. The Mercury Theatre on the Air episodes are free to stream on goldie.fm. Create a free account for unlimited listening; anonymous visitors get a daily sample stream.
How many The Mercury Theatre on the Air episodes are on Goldie?
Goldie has 18 playable The Mercury Theatre on the Air episodes available to stream, with show art and metadata (and transcripts where available). That count is surviving recordings in the catalog, not every historical broadcast.
When did The Mercury Theatre on the Air originally air?
The Mercury Theatre on the Air originally aired 1938–1938. Stream free episodes on Goldie.
Does Goldie include transcripts for The Mercury Theatre on the Air?
Where timed text exists, Goldie shows a searchable transcript alongside the player so you can find dialogue, plot points, and sponsor mentions.