In the gripping episode Dead of Night from the classic radio series Suspense, the narrative unfolds with Jimmy returning home after a summer job, only to find his sister, Helen, in a state of distress. The siblings have always been close since the death of their parents, but the summer apart has taken a dark turn for Helen. She reveals that during his absence, she married Phil Armstrong, a man whose violent tendencies have left her terrified. Helen's fear is palpable as she describes Phil's unpredictable behavior, which has escalated to physical abuse. The siblings decide they must escape this dangerous situation, but their plans are complicated when they discover Phil dead in their apartment.