Loading transcript…
Synopsis
Gerald Brewer, a 31-year-old paper-hanger, finds himself in a precarious situation when the elevator he is in gets stuck between floors in an old residential building. As he anxiously waits for help, he becomes increasingly worried about his pregnant wife, who might be concerned about his whereabouts.
Nights on the air
This story returned to the dial 2 more times · Pigeon in the Cage
Featured in playlists
Goldie Originals that include this night
Let George Do It
The Iron Cat
George Valentine helps a troubled inventor whose partner has been murdered. The case involves a mysterious tape recorder and a web of deceit surrounding the victim's wife.
Richard Diamond, Private Detective
The Jerome J Jerome Case
Richard Diamond encounters the eccentric Jerome J. Jerome, who claims to know the location of a dead body. As Diamond navigates Jerome's bizarre antics, he must uncover the truth behind the mystery.
Gunsmoke
Letter of the Law
Marshal Dillon confronts a reformed gunfighter, Brandon Teak, who faces eviction from his land due to a legal oversight. The stakes rise as Teak's past and his impending fatherhood complicate the situation.
Broadway Is My Beat
The Ted Lawrence Murder Case
Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of wealthy Theodore Lawrence, who has been shot in his home. As he delves deeper, he uncovers connections to Lawrence's girlfriend, Grace Austin, who is also found dead.
Fort Laramie
Assembly Line
Captain Quince receives a distress call from Indian Agent Lack, who fears an uprising among the Sioux. As tensions rise, Quince must navigate the complexities of the agency and the needs of the Native Americans.
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
Vial of Death
A vial containing cholera bacteria is stolen, and Lieutenant Holloway races against time to retrieve it before a potential epidemic strikes the city.
Suspense
A Murderous Revision
A scriptwriter becomes dangerously obsessed with his craft, leading him to threaten his boss with a real murder to prove his point.
Suspense
Remember Me
A young man commits a robbery that turns deadly when an old shopkeeper is shot. He then encounters a girl who claims to know him from high school, complicating his escape.
Suspense
The Giant of Thermopylae
A man is framed for murder and finds himself trapped in an amusement park fun house, where a mechanical giant blocks his escape. He must confront his past and fight for his life to clear his name.
Suspense
Hellfire
A wildcat oil driller faces disaster when his newly discovered oil well catches fire. Determined to save his investment, he decides to tackle the blaze himself.
Suspense
Quiet Night
Three convicts escape from a Florida road gang and navigate the treacherous Everglades, hoping to find freedom. Tensions rise as their plans unravel amidst betrayal and desperation.
Suspense
The Perfectionist
A meticulous killer faces unexpected complications when the trunk containing his victim's body is mistakenly delivered to the wrong address, putting his perfect crime at risk.
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.
