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And now, tonight's presentation of radio's outstanding theater of frills, Suspense. Tonight, we bring you a story of a ghost town and a practical joke that wasn't. We call it Hollywood Hostages. So now, starring Eve McVeigh and Tom Brown, here is tonight's Suspense play, Hollywood Hostages. Oh, that sun's really strong. Yeah, murder. No director in Hollywood except the boy genius would have sent us out here. There must be a ghost town closer to Hollywood. There is. Beverly H…

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Synopsis

In the eerie setting of a ghost town, a movie crew arrives to shoot a film, only to find themselves in a perilous situation. The crew, consisting of two members, is initially excited about the unique location chosen by their director, Murphy, known for his outrageous practical jokes. However, their enthusiasm quickly turns to concern as they encounter two desperate criminals hiding in the town.

Host

Larry Thor

Cast›

Don Diamond

E

Eve McVeagh

F

Frank Gerstle

J

John Larch

T

Tom Brown

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Suspense 560221 638 Hollywood Hostages (64-44) 14544 29m39s.mp3

Suspense, Episode 638

Hollywood Hostages

Tuesday, February 21, 1956 · 30:20

Suspense, Episode 638

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In a ghost town, a movie crew encounters two desperate criminals who are mistaken for a practical joke. The stakes rise as the crew realizes the danger they are in.

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