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Synopsis

In this gripping episode of Suspense titled 'Three O'Clock,' the tension escalates as a man finds himself in a dire predicament, tied to a time bomb set to detonate at three o'clock. The story opens with the protagonist, who is captured and bound, struggling against his captors. The atmosphere is thick with dread as he realizes the gravity of his situation—his life hangs in the balance due to a betrayal that has led him to this moment of impending doom. The clock is ticking, and with each passing second, the stakes rise higher.

Host

Paul Frees

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Ted de Corsia

Van Heflin

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CBS

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Suspense_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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Suspense, Episode 331

Three O'Clock

Thursday, March 10, 1949 · 29:47

Suspense, Episode 331

Three O'Clock

Thursday, March 10, 1949 · 29:47

Summary

A man finds himself tied to a time bomb set to explode at three o'clock. As he struggles against his captors, the stakes rise as he races against time to escape.

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That night in history

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  • 1949 — Mildred Gillars ("Axis Sally") is convicted of treason.

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