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And now, tonight's presentation of radio's outstanding theater of thrills, Suspense. Tonight, the story of Frankenstein, written by Mary Shelley and starring Mr. Tracy Harris and Mr. Herb Butterfield. James. Hi Victor. Here, just in time to give me a hand. These Indian summers. Hot, too sticky. James I'd like to talk to you. Well, of course. Anything wrong? Yes. Oh. Well then, let's go in the house. I'll get you a beer. We can talk. Not in the house. Do you mind if we just w…

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Synopsis

In this gripping adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Victor Frankenstein confides in his friend James about a groundbreaking yet morally questionable experiment he has undertaken. Victor has successfully assembled a creature from various body parts and believes he can bring it to life.

Host

Larry Thor

Cast›

Barney Phillips

H

Herb Butterfield

S

Stacy Harris

Vivi Janis

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This story returned to the dial 2 more times · Frankenstein

  • Nov31952

    Suspense

    Frankenstein

    Nov 3 · Ep 485

  • Jun71955

    Suspense

    Frankenstein

    Jun 7 · Ep 601

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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 601

Frankenstein

Tuesday, June 7, 1955 · 24:48

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Victor Frankenstein conducts a dangerous experiment to bring a creature to life, but his friend James fears the consequences of such an act.

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