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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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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

W

William Johnstone

61 episodes

B

Ben Wright

48 episodes

P

Paula Winslowe

37 episodes

T

Tony Barrett

18 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 — 38 episodes · page 1 of 3

194219431944194519461947194819491950195119521953195419551956195719581959196019611962All years
  1. Ep 494

    Jan 5, 1953 · The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Part One

    John Jasper, a music teacher at Cloisterham, reflects on his life and the unsettling thoughts that plague him as he awaits the return of his nephew, Edwin Drood. Edwin arrives, bringing with him the promise of a bright future and a betrothal to Rosa, a woman Jasper harbors feelin…

    30:06
    • Ominous
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Romance
    • Mystery
    • Drama
    • Thriller
  2. Ep 495

    Jan 12, 1953 · The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Part Two

    As the search for Edwin Drood continues, John Jasper, his uncle, is plagued by guilt and suspicion. With Edwin missing after a stormy Christmas Eve outing with Neville Landless, tensions rise as accusations fly. Jasper's frantic quest for answers leads him to confront his own dem…

    30:09
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  3. Ep 496

    Jan 19, 1953 · Gold on the Adomar

    In Gold on the Adomar, a retired Navy diver is drawn back into the world of treasure hunting when he learns about a sunken ship, the Atomar, believed to contain three million dollars in gold. Despite his initial reluctance, he is persuaded to take on the dive by a former acquaint…

    29:36
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  4. Ep 497

    Jan 26, 1953 · The Spencer Brothers

    In The Spencer Brothers, three siblings turn to a life of crime, robbing a bank in Kansas. Their plan quickly unravels when a familiar face unexpectedly appears, leading to a fatal mistake that leaves them on the run. With the law likely hot on their trail, the brothers must navi…

    29:42
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • Noir
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  5. Ep 498

    Feb 2, 1953 · Plan X

    In the year 2053, Zeno, an assembly line worker on Mars, is unexpectedly selected by the Grand Council for a critical mission as an Earth rocket approaches their planet. The Grand Council has prepared for this moment for decades, and Zeno is tasked with executing 'Plan X.' As he…

    29:43
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Sci-fi
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  6. Ep 499

    Feb 9, 1953 · The Man Who Cried Wolf

    In The Man Who Cried Wolf, a Russian cipher clerk named Meroz Leco finds himself in a perilous situation when he learns he is being recalled to Moscow, a move that could lead to his imprisonment or death. Desperate to escape, he steals sensitive documents from the embassy, hoping…

    29:52
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  7. Ep 500

    Feb 16, 1953 · The Love and Death of Joaquin Murieta

    In The Love and Death of Joaquin Murieta, the story unfolds around Joaquin, a man of privilege whose life spirals into chaos following the brutal murder of his wife, Carmen. After they arrive in California with dreams of prosperity, they face hostility and violence from those who…

    30:00
    • Tense
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  8. Ep 501

    Feb 23, 1953 · St James Infirmary Blues

    The episode St James Infirmary Blues explores the gritty underbelly of the roaring twenties through the eyes of a young woman named Sheila. She is drawn into the glamorous yet perilous life of gangsters, particularly her connection with a hitman named Nick Volpe. As she navigates…

    29:08
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Noir
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  9. Ep 502

    Mar 2, 1953 · The Storm

    In The Storm, a self-absorbed dancer, Larry Weston, finds himself at odds with both nature and his partner, Joyce. After a successful run in Miami, they are called to perform at a hotel in Sea Beach, but Larry's arrogance and obsession with fame create friction in their relations…

    29:39
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  10. Ep 503

    Mar 9, 1953 · The Dead Alive

    Set shortly after the Civil War, The Dead Alive follows Philip LeFranck, an English barrister seeking respite at his cousin's farm in America. Upon arrival, he is met with an unsettling atmosphere, marked by family tensions and the presence of a menacing overseer named John Jago.…

    30:19
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Supernatural
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  11. Ep 504

    Mar 16, 1953 · The Mountain

    In The Mountain, three climbers set out to conquer a treacherous peak that has never been summited. As they ascend, tensions rise among the group, especially when one climber, Eldridge, is killed after his rope is discovered to have been cut. With the harsh environment and the lo…

    29:31
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  12. Ep 505

    Mar 23, 1953 · The Signalman

    In The Signalman, a woman named Amy Sayers revisits her childhood village and is drawn to a lonely railroad outpost where a signalman works. She seeks to interview him for a magazine piece, but the signalman is visibly disturbed and fixated on a mysterious red light at the mouth…

    29:09
    • Ominous
    • Murder
    • Supernatural
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  13. Ep 506

    Mar 30, 1953 · Tom Dooley

    'Tom Dooley' tells the story of a man who returns to his hometown after the Civil War, only to discover that his beloved Laura has moved on with a Yankee doctor, Paul Cabot. As tensions rise between Tom and Paul, old grievances surface, and the emotional stakes become dangerously…

    29:10
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Romance
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  14. Ep 507

    Apr 6, 1953 · Around the World

    'Around the World' recounts the thrilling adventure of the first international automobile race, which takes place in 1908. The story follows George Miller and his crew as they drive the Thomas Flyer, a stock car, against formidable opponents in specially built vehicles. As they t…

    30:05
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  15. Ep 508

    Apr 13, 1953 · The Great Train Robbery

    In The Great Train Robbery, Walter Beaumont feels trapped in his mundane life, burdened by financial struggles and unfulfilled dreams. When his cousin Eugene arrives with tales of wealth and excitement, Walter's aspirations are reignited as they devise a daring plan to rob a mail…

    30:28
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Heist
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
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Suspense originally aired 1940–1962 on CBS. Stream free episodes on Goldie.
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