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Mystery, Suspense · 1940–1962

Suspense

823 episodes · CBS

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About this show

Suspense is a mystery, suspense radio series (1940–1962) on CBS. Hosted by Joseph Kearns.

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Famous episodes to begin with — curated from RadioGold Index and OTR canon.

Suspense

Sorry, Wrong Number

The first broadcast of this thriller classic. Possibly the best remembered program of the series. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she over

Ep 43 · Tuesday, May 25, 1943 · 29:38

Suspense

The Hitch-Hiker

One of the great supernatural stories ever on radio, a modern classic. A cross country motorist sees a man by the side of the road, with spots of fresh rain on his shoulder!

Ep 11 · Wednesday, September 2, 1942 · 29:32

Suspense

The Most Dangerous Game

The definitive version of the classic confrontation story...man hunting man. The story was subsequently produced on "Suspense" on February 1, 1945 (see cat. #24101).

Ep 59 · Thursday, September 23, 1943 · 29:57

Suspense

On a Country Road

A melodrama about an escaped madwoman and a couple out of gas in the dark. See cat. #69620 for a network, sponsored version of this broadcast. The story was subsequently produced

Ep 403 · Thursday, November 16, 1950 · 29:57

Suspense

The Thing in the Window

An interesting story with a surprise ending. An actor continues to see a dead body in an apartment window, even though no one else can see it. An announcement is made that this i

Ep 224 · Thursday, December 19, 1946 · 30:06

Suspense

The House in Cypress Canyon

A chilling story of the supernatural with werewolves, screams in the night and impossible happenings. The third anniversary show of the series.

Ep 222 · Thursday, December 5, 1946 · 30:36

Suspense

The Pit and the Pendulum

"The Man In Black" introduces the famous horror tale of the Spanish Inquisition and its tortures. The story was subsequently produced on "Suspense" on November 28, 1947 (see cat.

Ep 24 · Tuesday, January 12, 1943 · 29:01

Suspense

The Beast Must Die

A man vows to kill the hit-and-run driver who killed his son, and he's keeping a diary of his plans! The story has a good "suspense" ending.

Ep 100 · Thursday, July 13, 1944 · 30:08

Cast & guest stars›

Voices you hear across this show

Joseph Kearns

131 episodes

Hans Conried

72 episodes

Jack Kruschen

51 episodes

Jerry Hausner

50 episodes

Jeanette Nolan

44 episodes

John McIntire

44 episodes

V

Verna Felton

22 episodes

G

George Zucco

5 episodes

F

Fred MacKaye

4 episodes

G

Geraldine Fitzgerald

4 episodes

Hosts & announcers›

Who brought the night on the air

Joseph Kearns

232 episodes

Larry Thor

186 episodes

Paul Frees

68 episodes

Berry Kroeger

12 episodes

Ted Osborne

6 episodes

John McIntire

3 episodes

Sponsors›

Commercial partners — breaks intact on Goldie

Roma Wine

163 episodes

C

Cresta Blanca Wines

20 episodes

F

Fitch Shampoo

10 episodes

K

Kellogg's All Bran

10 episodes

P

Pepsi-Cola

9 episodes

A

Alpine Cigarettes

8 episodes

4

4-Way Cold Tablets

6 episodes

Networks›

Where this series was heard

CBS

823 episodes

C

CBS net

805 episodes

Episodes

On Goldie — 44 episodes · page 1 of 3

194219431944194519461947194819491950195119521953195419551956195719581959196019611962All years
  1. Ep 23

    Jan 5, 1943 · Nothing up My Sleeve

    On New Year's Eve, Dorothy Dale arrives at a secluded country house to seek help from Derrick Ross, a lawyer with a questionable reputation. She reveals her involvement in a troubling situation related to a man named Shark Morgan and the disappearance of a significant amount of m…

    29:59
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  2. Ep 24

    Jan 12, 1943 · The Pit and the Pendulum

    Classic

    This adaptation of The Pit and the Pendulum follows Captain Jean Dalbray, a French officer imprisoned by the Spanish Inquisition. As he endures psychological torment and physical threats from his captors, he struggles to maintain his sanity while facing a series of harrowing tria…

    29:01
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Horror
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  3. Ep 25

    Jan 19, 1943 · The Devil's Saint

    In The Devil's Saint, Count Stefan Kahari presents a chilling tale set in Paris during a fancy dress ball. The count's niece, Elona, is caught in a web of familial control and dark secrets as her suitor, Edward Whiteford, seeks to confront her uncle about their relationship. As t…

    29:53
    • Ominous
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Supernatural
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  4. Ep 27

    Feb 2, 1943 · The Doctor Prescribed Death

    In The Doctor Prescribed Death, Professor Antonio Basile, a psychologist, is determined to validate his controversial theory that suicidal individuals can be transformed into murderers. After facing skepticism from his editor, he becomes obsessed with proving his point. He seeks…

    29:35
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  5. Ep 28

    Feb 9, 1943 · The Hangman Won't Wait

    In this gripping episode of Suspense, Dr. Gideon Fell confronts the chilling case of Helen Barton, a woman sentenced to death for the murder of her fiancé, Philip Gale. Helen awakens in a prison cell with no memory of how she got there, insisting on her innocence. As Dr. Fell del…

    15:31
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  6. Ep 29

    Feb 16, 1943 · In Fear and Trembling

    In In Fear and Trembling, Lucia's life spirals into paranoia as she suspects her husband Gilbert and her sister Beverly are conspiring against her. Once a happy couple, their relationship deteriorates after Beverly moves in, causing Lucia to feel increasingly isolated and fearful…

    29:05
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  7. Ep 30

    Feb 23, 1943 · Will You Walk into My Parlor

    At a charity bazaar in Kent, Phil and Mary enjoy a summer afternoon, but the atmosphere shifts as a storm approaches. Mary insists on visiting the fortune teller, the Great Omar, despite Phil's skepticism. Their playful banter is interrupted when an inspector reveals troubling in…

    15:19
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Mistaken identity
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  8. Ep 34

    Mar 23, 1943 · The Customers Like Murder

    In The Customers Like Murder, celebrated English mystery writer Gerald Hoxton and his secretary Patricia Phillips are unexpectedly kidnapped in their quiet village. As they face their captors, they realize that their only chance of survival lies in utilizing their skills as a wri…

    29:25
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  9. Ep 35

    Mar 30, 1943 · The Dead Sleep Lightly

    In The Dead Sleep Lightly, a wealthy man named Templeton is haunted by the ghost of his deceased wife, stirring up memories and unresolved feelings. As he navigates a tense evening at a club, he confides in an author friend about his unsettling experiences, including the presence…

    29:34
    • Tense
    • Ghost story
    • Psychological
    • Revenge
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  10. Ep 36

    Apr 6, 1943 · Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble

    In this gripping episode of Suspense, a renowned actress, Marcia Blair, is tragically murdered while watching a performance of Macbeth. The deadly weapon is a pair of specially designed opera glasses that conceal a sharp blade, striking her through the eye. As the investigation u…

    29:46
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  11. Ep 37

    Apr 13, 1943 · Fear Paints a Picture

    'Fear Paints a Picture' follows Julia, the daughter of the deceased Benjamin Powell, who is set to inherit a vast fortune on her 23rd birthday. As her mental state deteriorates, influenced by a haunting painting, she becomes increasingly paranoid about her guardians, Harvey and L…

    29:35
    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  12. Ep 38

    Apr 20, 1943 · The Moment of Darkness

    In The Moment of Darkness, a group gathers for a seance led by a fraudulent medium, George Ravel. Tensions escalate when a man named Alex Stevens is suddenly murdered, leaving everyone in the room in disbelief as they were all holding hands at the time. Marjorie Grey, a concerned…

    29:55
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Supernatural
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  13. Ep 39

    Apr 27, 1943 · The Diary of Sophronia Winters

    'The Diary of Sophronia Winters' follows Sophronia, a newly liberated woman after her father's passing, as she starts a diary to capture her newfound excitement in St. Petersburg, Florida. She meets Hiram Johnson, a charming man who seems to take a special interest in her. As the…

    29:00
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  14. Ep 40

    May 4, 1943 · Death Flies Blind

    In Death Flies Blind, a seemingly routine flight from New York to Philadelphia takes a dangerous turn when a Nazi spy hijacks the plane. Onboard are a United States Naval officer, a young woman named Monica, and the wealthy millionaire Silas Naylor, who possesses crucial submarin…

    29:32
    • Tense
    • Spy
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  15. Ep 41

    May 11, 1943 · Mr Markham, Antique Dealer

    Mr. Markham, an antique dealer in London, finds himself in a precarious situation when a woman arrives late at night seeking a special birthday gift. As they converse amidst the ticking of numerous clocks, the atmosphere grows increasingly tense, revealing Markham's hidden past i…

    29:17
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
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Goldie has 823 playable Suspense episodes available to stream, with show art and metadata (and transcripts where available). That count is surviving recordings in the catalog, not every historical broadcast.
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Suspense originally aired 1940–1962 on CBS. Stream free episodes on Goldie.
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