The discovery of a necklace around a skeleton recalls the forty-year-old murder of a woman’s sister. This installment was directed by Himan Brown and stars Miriam Hopkins, Santos Ortega, and Lesley Woods.
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August
22
The Adventures of Superman – “The North Star Mining Company”
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June Anderson has given proof of the North Star mine fraud to her brother on a freighter. Dr. Ambrose visits the daily planet to question Kent on his progress but things aren’t what they seem. Bud Collyer plays superman in this week’s installment.
August
21
The Shadow – “The Voice of Death”
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A crazed scientist, and an old college friend of Lamont Cranston’s plans to exchange a cat’s vocal cords with those of Margot Lane. Bret Morrison as The Shadow and Marjorie Anderson as Margot Lane
August
16
Suspense – “The Dead Sleep Lightly”
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Another classic from John Dickson Carr. The mystery does not give you enough clues to solve on your own however the ending and overall story is still entertaining. Susan Hayward guests stars on this week’s episode of Suspense! “A tingling ghost story about a rich old man and the ghost of his long-forgotten wife. + […]
August
15
Buck Rogers in the 25th Century – Dr. Huers Fruitless Trip to Omaha
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The plot is in the title folks.
February
18
Inner Sanctum Mystery – “No Coffin for the Dead”
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The insane sone of a housekeeper supposedly kills Peter Frame. However; he was shot while making an attempt to escape from the mental asylum and was left lame. So who really killed Peter Frame? Inner Sanctum Mystery – “No Coffin for the Dead” – February 20th, 1945
February
11
The Adventures of Superman – “The Stabbing of June Anderson”
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The only witness of the Sterling Tower fire is recuperating in the hospital. Clark Kent takes it upon himself to investigate the dastardly attack that could have harmed hundreds. The Adventures of Superman – “The Stabbing of June Anderson” – March 6, 1940
February
05
Suspense – “Customers Like Murder”
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A hard-working writer of detective stories and his sassy secretary are abducted by a gun-wielding thug who mistakes him for a doctor. Things only get worse from there as our victims must outwit the gang while using the knowledge of their professional talents. Can the writer outwit the gang of murderous thugs?
February
04
Buck Rogers in the 25th Century – “Black Barney is Gathering Destructive Weapons”
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The action is in the description folks! Buck Rogers in the 25th Century – “Black Barney is Gathering Destructive Weapons” – April 26th, 1939
November
15
X Minus One – “Hello, Tomorrow”
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The year is 4195. After the third atomic war mankind was forced to eke out its existence underground in tightly controlled communities. Hundreds of years have passed and a geneticist finds something startling. X Minus One – “Hello, Tomorrow” – February 29, 1956
November
14
Inner Sanctum Mysteries – “Death in the Depths”
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Steve, a deep-sea diver is being blackmailed into performing a job for some shady characters. Steve must conquer his fear as he is lowered into the deep dark depths of the sea where he remembers events from his past that forced him out of retirement. Inner Sanctum Mystery – “Deth in the Depths” – February 6, […]
November
13
The Adventures of Superman -“Fire in the Sterling Building”
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A fire breaks out in the Sterling Building. A young woman is left to die and Superman rescues her but why was she left there to die? The Adventures of Superman – “Fire in the Sterling Building” – March 4th, 1940)
November
08
The Shadow – “The White God”
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Over a dozen large ships have simply vanished mysteriously. The Shadow and Margot are off to investigate the strange occurrences. The Shadow – “The White God” – May 1st, 1938
November
07
Suspense – “Will You Walk Into My Parlor”
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Unfortunately, only about 15 minutes of this program exists. It’s even an honor to have these old gems preserved, even if only in a piece. If you have any information where we could get our hands on the entire episode, the Old Time Radio fandom will be eternally grateful to you! Suspense – “Will You […]
November
05
Buck Rogers and the 25th Century – “Willie Crash Lands His Rocket Roadster”
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The plot is in the title folks! 🙂 Buck Rogers and the 25th Century – “Willie Crash Lands His Rocket Roadster” – April 24th, 1939
November
01
X Minus One – “Requiem”
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Another Robert Heinlein classic about an older man nearing the end of his life and all he wants before he dies is to visit the moon. He asks a Doctor to have dinner with him after he was turned down for a moon ride at the annual fair. The man happens to be the owner […]
October
30
Inner Sanctum Mystery – “Death is an Artist”
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Talk about a creepy story. Imagine stumbling into an apartment with four dead cats, all with their heads cut off or their throats slit. Introduce an artistic husband and a spiteful ex-wife you have a thrilling episode to be sure. Inner Sanctum Mystery – “Death is an Artist” (January 23, 1945)
October
29
The Adventures of Superman – “Threat to the Planet Building” (1940)
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“The Yellow Mask” attempts to end Lois Lane’s life and the conflict between Superman and this dastardly villain finally comes to an end.
June
20
Buck Rogers and the 25th Century – “Dr. Huers New Relativator is Installed”
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The Plot is in the title folks. 🙂 Buck Rogers and the 25th Century – “Dr. Huers New Relativator is Installed” – April 21st, 1939
June
19
X Minus One – “Child’s Play”
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A timid lawyer receives a mysterious package, which turns out to be a kit from two hundred years in the future. What could be inside? X Minus One – “Child’s Play” – October 20th, 1955
June
11
Inner Sanctum Mystery – “Death is an Artist”
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Four dead cats and a man are found in an apartment…all with their throats slit or their heads cut off! The story of the human victim involves a hated wife and murder. A delightfully macabre story. Inner Sanctum Mystery – “Death is an Artist” – January 1st, 1945
June
07
The Adventures of Superman – “Atomic Fuel Cylinders Stolen”
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Dr. Dahlgren’s Atomic Beam fuel cylinders have been stolen by “The Yellow Mask.” The Adventures of Superman – “Atomic Fuel Cylinders Stolen” – February 28, 1940
June
06
The Shadow – “White God”
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The Shadow and Margot visit an island to find out why a dozen ships have vanished in “The Graveyard of the Pacific.” The Shadow – “White God” – May 1st, 1938
June
05
Suspense – “In Fear and Trembling”
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“At the edge of the cliff overlooking the sea is the grey stone mansion weather-beaten by the storms of several decades. To this mansion four years ago Gilbert Durant brought his wife Lucia and until a year ago when Lucia’s half-sister came to live with them they were quite happy. The gradually something began to […]
June
04
Buck Rogers and the 25th Century – “Black Barney is Under Control of Killer Kane”
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The plot is in the title! 😛 Buck Rogers and the 25th Century – “Black Barney is Under Control of Killer Kane” – April 19th, 1939
May
02
X Minus One – “First Contact”
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A classic story of the first encounter with an alien race and the mutual distrust that would involve—neither ship wishes to be the first to depart for fear of giving away clues of their origin to a potential adversary. X Minus One – “First Contact” – October 6th, 1955
May
01
Inner Sanctum Mystery – “Desert Death”
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Two men pick up three others and offer them a lift into town. They said they were British but they are nazi prisoners who had escaped from the camp up near Post City. Inner Sanctum Mystery – “Desert Death” – January 9th, 1945
April
30
The Adventures of Superman – “Dr. Dahlgrens Atomic Beam Machine”
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“The Yellow Mask” steals Professor Dahlgren’s atomic beam machine that can utterly destroy anything at the atomic level and Superman must do something about it before “The Yellow Mask” takes over the world. Also, this is Lois Lane’s first official meeting with Clark Kent. The Adventures of Superman – “Dr. Dahlgrens Atomic Beam Machine” – February […]
April
27
The Shadow – “Power of the Mind”
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A prominent psychiatrist is kidnapped and held hostage aboard a cargo freighter. He is able to reach out with his mind and telepathically contact The Shadow for his rescue. The Shadow – “Power of the Mind” – April 24th, 1938
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