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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

B

Ben Wright

48 episodes

R

Richard Beals

24 episodes

R

Raymond Lawrence

21 episodes

E

Ellen Morgan

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 — 25 episodes · page 1 of 2

194219431944194519461947194819491950195119521953195419551956195719581959196019611962All years
  1. Ep 680

    Jan 6, 1957 · A Shipment of Mute Fate

    On an ocean liner, a bushmaster snake has broken free, creating a tense atmosphere among the crew and passengers. The protagonist, who has gone to great lengths to smuggle the snake for a museum, faces the reality of his dangerous decision as he navigates the ship's corridors. Wi…

    24:08
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  2. Ep 681

    Jan 13, 1957 · Russian New Year

    Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous Russia, this episode follows a revolutionary who plots to kill the Tsar during a midnight mass at St. Basil's Cathedral. He recruits a nobleman, Prince Ogorev, who is driven by personal betrayal, as they both seek to end tyranny. However,…

    27:56
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  3. Ep 682

    Jan 20, 1957 · Second Class Passenger

    In Second Class Passenger, Ronald Dawson, a seemingly ordinary man on a cruise, decides to retrieve a lost idol for a charming fellow passenger, Miss Patterson. His journey back to the restaurant in Mozambique quickly turns perilous as he encounters a vibrant yet dangerous atmosp…

    23:51
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Romance
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  4. Ep 683

    Jan 27, 1957 · Freedom This Way

    In Freedom This Way, a man fleeing tyranny in Eastern Europe arrives in New Jersey, hoping for a new life. However, he is quickly confronted by immigration officials who question his identity and the authenticity of his entry papers. As he recounts his harrowing escape from a bru…

    29:15
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  5. Ep 685

    Feb 10, 1957 · Door of Gold

    In the heart of the Peruvian jungle, newlyweds and archaeologists Phillip and Janice embark on a daring expedition to uncover the mythical Porto de Oro, a treasure said to be hidden within an Inca burial mound. Joined by their guide Juan and Dr. Clayton, they face the challenges…

    28:28
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Supernatural
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  6. Ep 687

    Feb 24, 1957 · Two Hundred and Twenty-Seven Minutes of Hate

    In Two Hundred and Twenty-Seven Minutes of Hate, a man named Charles Reagan, feeling desperate after losing his job at a television station, steals an airplane with the intent to crash it into the station's transmitter towers. Despite having no flying experience, he takes off, ar…

    28:26
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  7. Ep 688

    Mar 3, 1957 · Present Tense

    In Present Tense, a man awaits execution for the murder of his wife, haunted by the memories of his crime and the surreal nature of his existence. As he rides in a police car, he reflects on his actions and the strange fantasies that have intertwined with his reality. The narrati…

    29:28
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  8. Ep 690

    Mar 17, 1957 · The Outer Limit

    In this gripping episode of Suspense, test pilot Bill Westfall prepares for a historic flight in the RX-3, an experimental jet designed for unprecedented speed and altitude. As he ascends, he is monitored by his commanding officer and a team of engineers. However, when Bill reali…

    29:51
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Supernatural
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  9. Ep 691

    Mar 24, 1957 · Shooting Star

    In Shooting Star, an aging film star, Gay Lansing, faces the harsh reality of her career when her contract is abruptly canceled by a powerful mogul, J.D. Zimmer. As she grapples with the loss of her status and the impending end of her career, Gay decides to take matters into her…

    26:11
    • Tense
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  10. Ep 692

    Mar 31, 1957 · A Good Neighbor

    In A Good Neighbor, a jewel thief named Andrew Burt escapes to the Maine coast with a fortune in stolen diamonds. As he attempts to lay low during a storm, he encounters Mrs. Poe, an old woman who insists on helping him. Her persistent presence complicates his plans, and he becom…

    26:54
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  11. Ep 694

    Apr 14, 1957 · Thou Shalt Not Commit

    On a secluded tropical island, Lisa Blair feels increasingly trapped in her marriage to Dr. Carl Blair, who is consumed by his research. When Captain Terry Burke, a rugged and charming sea captain, arrives, he stirs feelings of desire and adventure in Lisa. As tensions rise betwe…

    27:44
    • Tense
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  12. Ep 695

    Apr 21, 1957 · Chicken Feed

    In Chicken Feed, a man named Ralph Clark storms out of his house after a heated argument with his wife, Mary. He drives to the small town of Lansing, California, where he finds himself in a bind without any money. As he attempts to make a phone call to reconcile with Mary, he enc…

    27:34
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  13. Ep 696

    Apr 28, 1957 · Escape to Death

    In Escape to Death, a Hungarian doctor is forced into a deadly mission by Communist authorities who demand he kill a woman, Korina Zanova, who has escaped to the West. As he prepares to carry out the assassination, he struggles with the conflict between his medical ethics and the…

    28:29
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  14. Ep 698

    May 12, 1957 · Tarawa Was Tough

    The episode Tarawa Was Tough takes listeners into the heart of World War II, focusing on a group of U.S. Marines stationed in New Zealand as they await their orders to attack the Gilbert Islands. As they pass the time, they listen to Radio Tokyo, where a voice taunts them about t…

    24:58
    • Tense
    • War
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
  15. Ep 699

    May 19, 1957 · Death and Miss Turner

    In Death and Miss Turner, Rachel Turner, portrayed by Agnes Moorehead, finds herself in a hospital grappling with her fragmented memories and identity. As she interacts with the staff, particularly Miss Briggs, she begins to piece together her past as an artist. However, the pain…

    25:30
    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Survival
    • 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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