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Countdown for blast off. X minus five, four, three, two, X minus one, fire. From the far horizons of the unknown come transcribed tales of new dimensions in time and space. These are stories of the future, adventures in which you'll live in a million could-be years on a thousand maybe worlds. The National Broadcasting Company in cooperation with Street and Smith, publishers of astounding science fiction presents X minus one. Tonight's story, courtesy. This is the story of th…

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Synopsis

In the gripping X Minus One episode titled Courtesy, the story begins with the harrowing situation of an Earth expedition on the planet Landor. The crew, once 180 strong, is now reduced to just two survivors due to a mysterious plague ravaging their ranks. The captain records his final thoughts, detailing the eerie, deserted cities of Landor and the chilling realization that their serum for immunity is outdated and ineffective. With the last supply ship departed for Earth, the crew faces an imminent death sentence unless they can find a solution.

Host

Fred Collins

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A

Arnold Robertson

Bret Morrison

E

Edwin Jerome

W

William Griffis

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_X_Minus_One_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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XMinusOne55-08-18014Courtesy.mp3

X Minus One, Episode 14

Courtesy

Thursday, August 18, 1955 · 24:17

X Minus One, Episode 14

Courtesy

Thursday, August 18, 1955 · 24:17

Summary

An Earth expedition on the planet Landor faces a deadly plague, and with dwindling supplies, the crew must seek help from the mysterious native inhabitants who may hold the key to survival.

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