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And now, transcribed for tonight's presentation of radio's outstanding theater of thrills, Suspense. Tonight, the story of a dancer who's still in her dressing room after the theater is emptied spends the most terrifying moments of her life. So now, starring Shirley Mitchell and Vic Perrin, here is tonight's Suspense play, Blind Date. The DeMarcos and Mamie had said goodbye. That left me alone backstage. I'm always late anyway. Eight acts on the bill and I'm always the last…

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Synopsis

In this gripping episode of Suspense, titled Blind Date, the story follows Gloria, a vaudeville performer who is accustomed to the hustle and bustle of the theater. After the final curtain falls, she finds herself alone in her dressing room, a space that should feel like a sanctuary but quickly turns into a nightmare. Her solitude is shattered by the arrival of Vincent, a man who claims to have a date with her. At first, he appears charming, offering her a rose and champagne, but the atmosphere shifts dramatically when he reveals a knife, exposing his darker intentions.

Cast›

L

Lee Millar Jr.

Shirley Mitchell

Vic Perrin

Network›

CBS

Network

Nights on the air

This story returned to the dial 2 more times · Blind Date

  • Sep291949

    Suspense

    Blind Date

    Sep 29 · Ep 352

  • Nov181954

    Suspense

    Blind Date

    Nov 18 · Ep 572

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Suspense 541118 572 Blind Date (128-44) 22988 24m11s.mp3

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