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Synopsis

In the gripping episode Three Faces At Midnight from the classic radio series Suspense, we meet Muscles, a man whose life has taken a downturn. As he wanders through Central Avenue, he stumbles upon a job listing that catches his eye. The promise of high pay piques his interest, and he decides to take a chance, walking into the office with a mix of hope and skepticism. The atmosphere is tense as he finds himself among a group of equally desperate men, all waiting for their chance at employment. When a tough-looking man calls him in, Muscles is immediately put on the defensive, showcasing his street smarts and bravado. The interview quickly turns into a bizarre exchange, with the interviewer probing Muscles about his name and background, leading to a humorous yet unsettling moment when he reveals his nickname, Muscles, and the story behind it.

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Joseph Kearns

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Hans Conried

Jack Webb

Jerry Hausner

S

Sandra Gould

W

Wally Maher

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Suspense 470227 234 Three Faces At Midnight (128-44) 29127 30m43s.mp3

Suspense, Episode 234

Three Faces At Midnight

Thursday, February 27, 1947 · 30:43

Suspense, Episode 234

Three Faces At Midnight

Thursday, February 27, 1947 · 30:43

Summary

Muscles applies for a job and unexpectedly finds himself embroiled in a blackmail scheme involving the Governor.

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