Loading transcript…
Synopsis
In the gripping episode Blood Sacrifice from the classic radio drama Suspense, the story unfolds with playwright John Scales and his star actor, Garrick Drury, celebrating the success of their latest production, Bitter Laurel. The atmosphere is electric as they bask in the glow of their achievements, with John feeling a mix of gratitude and admiration for Garrick, who has been instrumental in his rise to fame. However, their celebratory mood is abruptly shattered when they are involved in a horrific car accident. The impact leaves Garrick gravely injured, requiring immediate medical attention and a blood transfusion to survive.
Featured in playlists
Goldie Originals that include this night
Let George Do It
Knock on Wood
George Valentine investigates a troubled apartment building where a landlord fears for his reputation due to a problematic tenant. Tensions escalate as murder strikes, leading George to confront a dangerous criminal.
Gunsmoke
Fingered
Jim Corbett's new wife disappears on their wedding day, echoing the mystery of his first wife's vanishing. Tensions rise as suspicions about Jim's past resurface.
Richard Diamond, Private Detective
The John Blackwell Case
Richard Diamond faces a peculiar client who reveals his intention to commit murder. As Diamond navigates this dangerous situation, he must outsmart a small but threatening figure with a gun.
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar
The Independent Diamond Traders' Matter
Johnny visits the New York diamond district to discover the source of cheap stones that are flooding the market. See cat. #43577 for a network, sponsored version.
Escape
The Golden Snake
In The Golden Snake, a helicopter pilot and an archaeologist's secretary embark on a perilous journey into the Yucatan jungle to uncover a hidden Mayan treasure. They must navigate not only the treacherous terrain but also the ancient curses that guard the riches.
The Lone Ranger
Cold Spring Showdown (Last Original 'Live' Broadcast)
The Lone Ranger and Tonto prepare to defend Cold Spring against a band of outlaws led by Red Eagle, who are intent on stealing a chest of gold. Tensions rise as the outlaws launch their attack on the stagecoach station.
Suspense
Sneak Preview
A Hollywood director finds himself entangled in a dangerous plot involving a Nazi spy while promoting his latest film in New York. The stakes rise as he navigates threats to his life and career.
Suspense
Donovan's Brain, Part One
A scientist attempts to keep a man's brain alive in a jar, leading to unexpected consequences. As he delves deeper into his experiment, the stakes rise dramatically.
Suspense
The Dark Tower
In The Dark Tower, an actor returns from the dead to confront his former colleagues, leading to a tense showdown filled with extortion and drama.
Suspense
Donovan's Brain, Part Two
A scientist continues his dangerous experiment to keep a human brain alive, leading to unforeseen consequences. As he communicates with the brain, the stakes escalate, threatening his sanity and morality.
Suspense
The Visitor
A young man named Bud Owen is approached by a former police chief who believes he has found the long-lost boy, presumed dead for years. As Bud contemplates returning home, dark suspicions linger about his past.
Suspense
Suspicion
A man suspects that a mad cook who poisons her employers is living in his house. As he grapples with his growing fear and paranoia, he must confront the potential danger lurking within his own home.
Tense
Same mood, other nights on the dial
Suspense
Sorry, Wrong Number
An invalid woman overhears a chilling conversation about a planned murder while struggling with a malfunctioning telephone. As she fights to alert the authorities, the stakes rise with each passing moment.
The Lone Ranger
Cold Spring Showdown (Last Original 'Live' Broadcast)
The Lone Ranger and Tonto prepare to defend Cold Spring against a band of outlaws led by Red Eagle, who are intent on stealing a chest of gold. Tensions rise as the outlaws launch their attack on the stagecoach station.
Dangerously Yours
The Highwayman
In The Highwayman, a daring outlaw confronts a wealthy coachman while seeking romance with the landlord's daughter, Bess. The stakes rise as love and danger intertwine under the moonlit sky.
X Minus One
At the Post
A race track tout struggles to save his wife, who has fallen into a catatonic state, believing she is being controlled by aliens. He uses his knowledge of horse racing to uncover the truth behind her condition and the impending doom of mankind.
The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe
Stamped for Murder
Nero Wolfe faces a pressing dilemma when a young woman seeks his help to recover her inheritance, which her father has squandered on a dubious treasure map. As Wolfe reluctantly takes on the case, the stakes rise with the revelation of swindlers and hidden value.
Murder
More stories in this vein
The Devil and Mr O
Rocket from Manhattan
In Rocket from Manhattan, a group of astronauts returns from the moon, but their journey takes a dark turn as they face a dire situation in space. Tensions rise as they confront the consequences of their mission and the implications of their discoveries.
Gunsmoke
Old Faces
Tom Cook confronts Ed Ivers after Ivers insults his wife, Tilda, leading to escalating tensions in Dodge City. The stakes rise as Tom's honor and safety are put on the line in a potential gunfight.
Escape
Sire De Maletroit's Door
In 1429 Paris, a young cavalier finds himself lost and pursued by soldiers, leading him to a mysterious house where he encounters the enigmatic Sire de Maltois and a beautiful woman named Blanche. The stakes rise as he navigates the dangers of love and honor amidst the chaos of war.
The Six Shooter
Audition Show
Britt Ponset, known as the sixth shooter, finds himself in Clay City with a horse in need of a shoe. As he navigates the town, he uncovers a recent robbery and the mystery surrounding it.
