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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

C

Cathy Lewis

105 episodes

W

Wally Maher

98 episodes

W

William Johnstone

61 episodes

I

Ian Wolfe

11 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 — 48 episodes · page 1 of 4

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  1. Ep 73

    Jan 6, 1944 · One-Way Ride to Nowhere

    In One-Way Ride to Nowhere, private investigator Tom Dwyer finds himself entangled in a perplexing case when a man is discovered dead on a roller coaster. As Dwyer navigates the chaotic scene, he learns that the victim had no ticket, raising suspicions about how he ended up on th…

    29:31
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  2. Ep 74

    Jan 13, 1944 · Dime a Dance

    In Dime a Dance, Ginger Allen, a dancer at a second-rate dance hall in New York, finds herself in a chilling predicament when a series of murders targeting dance hall girls begins to unfold. As she rushes to work one night, she learns that her friend Julie has been killed, and th…

    29:43
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  3. Ep 75

    Jan 20, 1944 · A World of Darkness

    In A World of Darkness, a young woman named Nancy Collins is found murdered in a theatrical rooming house, and the only witness is Anton Rizak, a blind musician. As Lieutenant Hackety interrogates the residents, tensions rise and suspicions mount among the group, each with their…

    30:13
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  4. Ep 76

    Jan 27, 1944 · The Locked Room

    In The Locked Room, the story revolves around the owner of the Lovella Diamond, who becomes embroiled in a mysterious murder that takes place in a locked room. As the plot unfolds, we meet Iris Lane, a clever young woman, and Harold Mill, a shy man, who find themselves caught in…

    29:59
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  5. Ep 77

    Feb 3, 1944 · The Sisters

    'The Sisters' features twin sisters Lydia and Ellie Haskell living in a secluded house. Lydia, the more stable sister, unnervingly purchases a coffin for herself, highlighting the dark undercurrents in their lives as Ellie’s mental state deteriorates, leading to a charged atmosph…

    29:57
    • Ominous
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  6. Ep 78

    Feb 10, 1944 · Suspicion

    In this episode of Suspense, Hubert Mummery's seemingly ordinary life takes a dark turn when he begins to suspect that his new housekeeper, a capable woman named Sutton, may be a mad cook who has poisoned her previous employers. As Mummery struggles with his health and mounting a…

    29:38
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  7. Ep 79

    Feb 17, 1944 · Life Ends at Midnight

    In this chilling episode of Suspense, Walter returns to his mother's home after a long absence, but their reunion is far from warm. The mother, concerned about her son's well-being, is met with Walter's bitterness and contempt for their living situation. As they navigate their st…

    29:49
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  8. Ep 80

    Feb 24, 1944 · Sorry, Wrong Number

    In Sorry, Wrong Number, an invalid woman named Mrs. Stevenson becomes increasingly anxious as she tries to reach her husband, who is working late. Frustrated by a busy phone line, she finally connects and overhears a conversation that reveals a sinister plan to murder her. Alone…

    29:58
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  9. Ep 81

    Mar 2, 1944 · Portrait Without a Face

    In Portrait Without a Face, a painter named Paul Degel is consumed by his creation of a portrait that lacks the woman's face, igniting a series of events that intertwine love, obsession, and betrayal. As he searches for the woman who inspired the painting, he discovers that she i…

    30:07
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  10. Ep 82

    Mar 9, 1944 · The Defense Rests

    In The Defense Rests, Robert Tasker, an ex-convict, finds himself on trial for murder, with his only ally being his defense attorney, Max Kramer. Their unique bond complicates the courtroom proceedings, as Kramer reveals his deep personal investment in Tasker's fate. As the trial…

    29:55
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  11. Ep 83

    Mar 16, 1944 · Narrative About Clarence

    In this chilling episode, a man named Bill receives an unexpected letter from his estranged half-brother Clarence, who is returning to America after many years. Despite his wife's unease about Clarence's arrival, Bill reluctantly agrees to host him. Clarence's mysterious demeanor…

    29:50
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  12. Ep 84

    Mar 23, 1944 · Sneak Preview

    In this gripping episode of Suspense, Hollywood director Frank Henderson travels to New York to showcase his latest film, Escape to Destiny. However, his excitement quickly turns to anxiety when he receives a mysterious call from the police regarding a Nazi spy and murderer. As h…

    30:06
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Spy
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  13. Ep 85

    Mar 30, 1944 · Cat and Mouse

    The episode Cat and Mouse revolves around two engineers, John Guthrie and his colleague Lockwood, who are collaborating on a top-secret defense project. As they discuss their progress over shortwave radio, Lockwood experiences a mysterious disturbance at his lab, leading to a ten…

    29:47
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  14. Ep 86

    Apr 6, 1944 · The Woman in Red

    In The Woman in Red, Julia Ross answers an advertisement for a secretarial position with Miss Crable, an imposing woman with a penchant for control. As Julia settles into her new job, she quickly realizes that Miss Crable's life is shrouded in secrets and espionage. The stakes es…

    29:20
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Spy
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  15. Ep 87

    Apr 13, 1944 · The Marvelous Barastro

    In this episode of Suspense, Orson Welles portrays Barastro, a magician who arrives unannounced to share a chilling tale. He reveals his plan to travel to Mexico City to murder Rico Sansone, a man he deems the most evil in the world. As he shares his story, the tension builds, le…

    30:02
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • 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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