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"Screen Directors Playhouse" was a radio anthology series that aired from 1949 to 1951 on NBC and was produced and directed by the Hollywood filmmaker King Vidor. The show was sponsored by the National Safety Council and aimed to promote safety and responsible behavior among listeners. Each episode was an adaptation of a popular Hollywood film, with the original director of the film serving as the host of the radio show. The show's tagline was "Hollywood's finest, in stories of Hollywood and the world!"The show's format allowed for adaptations of a wide range of films from different genres, ...

"Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator" was a detective radio drama series that aired from 1951 to 1955. The show featured the exploits of private investigator Barrie Craig, who worked to solve a wide variety of cases in and around New York City. The series was created by and starred William Gargan as Craig, a tough, wisecracking detective with a strong moral compass.Each episode followed Craig as he tackled a different case, ranging from murders and thefts to missing persons and insurance scams. The show's writing was sharp and fast-paced, with plenty of twists and turns to keep listeners ...

The Adventures of the Falcon was a popular radio detective series that aired from 1943 to 1954. The show followed the exploits of Michael Waring, a suave and sophisticated detective known as "The Falcon," as he solved a variety of crimes and mysteries. The Falcon was a master of disguise and had a talent for getting himself out of tricky situations. The series was known for its witty dialogue, intricate plots, and thrilling action sequences. Les Damon played the role of Michael Waring for most of the series, and his portrayal of the Falcon was both charming and clever.

“Bold Venture” was a radio show that aired between 1951 and 1952. The series was set in Havana, Cuba, and followed the adventures of Slate Shannon (played by Humphrey Bogart) and his partner, Sailor Duval (played by Lauren Bacall). Slate Shannon was a former sailor and owner of the "Bold Venture" - a shipping line that primarily focused on fishing charters. Sailor Duval was his loyal companion, who also served as the ship's first mate. Together, the two ran the business and solved various mysteries that came their way.The show was created by Morton Fine and David Friedkin, and its ...

"Whitehall 1212" was a radio detective show that aired from 1951 to 1952. The show was based on the real-life files of Scotland Yard and took its name from the police department's famous address, 1212 Whitehall. Each episode of "Whitehall 1212" focused on a different case from the archives of Scotland Yard, with the show's narrator providing background information and context for each investigation. The show's cast of characters included detectives, police officers, and witnesses, and the mysteries themselves were often complex and multi-layered. The show was notable for its attention to ...

"Buck Rogers in the 25th Century" was a science fiction radio show that aired from 1932 to 1947. Based on the comic strip of the same name, the program followed the adventures of Buck Rogers, a World War I veteran who was frozen in suspended animation for 500 years. When he awakens, he finds himself in the 25th century, where he battles villains and saves the day with the help of his love interest, Wilma Deering, and his sidekick, Buddy Wade.The show was notable for its futuristic technology, which included spaceships, ray guns, and other high-tech gadgets. It was also one of the first science...

"The Shadow" was a radio show that aired from 1937 to 1954, based on a pulp magazine character of the same name. The show follows the adventures of Lamont Cranston, a wealthy man who uses his hypnotic powers to become the mysterious vigilante known as "The Shadow." The character was voiced by several actors over the years, but the most iconic voice was that of Orson Welles, who played the role in the early years of the show. Each episode featured a new mystery or crime that Cranston and his allies would attempt to solve or prevent. The show was known for its distinctive opening, in which the ...

"Dick Tracy" is a radio detective show that aired from 1934 to 1956. The series is based on the popular comic strip of the same name, which was created by Chester Gould. The radio show followed the adventures of Detective Dick Tracy as he solved crimes and pursued various criminals, including his arch-nemesis, the villainous mob boss Big Boy.The radio show had a unique style that set it apart from other detective shows of the time. The program featured a full cast of actors who brought the characters to life, including Tracy's loyal assistant Pat Patton and his girlfriend Tess Trueheart. The ...

“The Green Hornet” was a radio show that aired on WXYZ radio in Detroit from 1936 to 1952. It was created by George W. Trendle and Fran Striker, the same duo that created “The Lone Ranger.” The show follows the adventures of Britt Reid, the owner of a newspaper called The Daily Sentinel who moonlights as a masked vigilante known as the Green Hornet. Along with his faithful sidekick Kato, the Green Hornet fights against crime and corruption in the city. One unique aspect of the show is that the Green Hornet is often mistaken for a criminal by the police, due to his unorthodox methods. ...

"Calling All Cars" was a police radio show that aired from 1933 to 1939, sponsored by the Rio Grande Oil Company. The show featured dramatized true crime stories taken from the files of the Los Angeles Police Department, and was one of the earliest police procedural dramas to be broadcast.Each episode would begin with the distinctive sound of a police siren followed by the announcer's introduction, "Calling All Cars! Attention all cars! Broadcasting to the Police Department of Southern California. Attention all cars! Be on the lookout for..." The stories ranged from bank robberies to homicides...

The Inner Sanctum Mysteries was a popular radio program that aired on NBC from 1941 to 1952. It was a horror and suspense anthology series that featured a creaking door and a host known as Raymond, who introduced and closed each episode. The show was known for its creepy sound effects, eerie music, and macabre storylines. The series was based on a series of mystery novels written by Simon and Schuster's Inner Sanctum imprint. Each episode featured a different story, often involving murder, revenge, and the supernatural. The program had a number of notable guest stars, including Boris Karloff, ...

“Dimension X” was a science fiction radio series that aired on NBC from April 1950 to September 1951, and was later revived on Mutual from May to September 1952. The show presented adaptations of classic and contemporary science fiction stories, and often featured original scripts written by some of the genre’s most prominent authors, including Ray Bradbury and Robert Heinlein. The series was produced by Frederic Pohl, who later became a notable science fiction writer in his own right.The stories featured on “Dimension X” covered a wide range of topics, including space exploration, ...

"The Man Called X" was a radio espionage drama that aired from 1944 to 1952. The series starred Herbert Marshall as Ken Thurston, a globe-trotting spy who worked for an unnamed U.S. government agency. Each week, Thurston would be sent on a mission to some exotic locale, where he would encounter danger, intrigue, and romance.The show was created by J. Richard Kennedy and produced by Jack Johnstone. It was notable for its use of location recordings, which gave the show a sense of authenticity and realism. The show also had a distinctive theme song, which became a hit record and was covered by ...

"Theater Five" was a radio drama series that aired on NBC radio from August 1964 to July 1965. It was a science fiction and horror series that ran for a total of 139 episodes. Each episode was 25 minutes long, and the show was broadcast in stereo, making it one of the first shows to use that technology.The show was created and produced by Himan Brown, who was also the creator and producer of the popular radio series "Inner Sanctum Mysteries". "Theater Five" was unique in that it was an anthology series that told different stories each week, and the topics ranged from alien invasions to time ...

"Academy Award Theater" was a radio show that aired from 1946 to 1949, adapting popular Hollywood movies into hour-long radio dramas. The show's goal was to bring the magic of the silver screen to the airwaves and give listeners a chance to experience the stories they loved in a new way. Each episode featured a star-studded cast of Hollywood actors, including some of the biggest names of the era. The show's productions were lavish and detailed, with music, sound effects, and expert direction that helped to recreate the atmosphere of the original films. Some of the movies adapted for the show ...

"Challenge of the Yukon" was a radio drama series that aired from 1938 to 1955 and followed the adventures of Sergeant William Preston of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and his trusty canine companion, Yukon King. The show was set in the Yukon Territory during the 1890s Gold Rush, and often featured Preston and Yukon King solving crimes and helping those in need.The show was immensely popular during its run and has been credited with helping to popularize the idea of sled dogs in North America. It was also responsible for introducing the famous catchphrase "On, King! On, you huskies!" which...

"The Adventures of Superman" was a popular radio show that aired from 1940 to 1951. The show starred Clayton "Bud" Collyer as Superman and his alter ego, the mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent. The series was based on the DC Comics character Superman, who was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1938.The show was known for its thrilling storylines and special effects, including the iconic opening sequence that featured the famous line, "Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound!" The show's writers also introduced several...

"Strange Adventure" was a radio program that aired from 1945 to 1955, telling stories of mystery, suspense, and drama. The show was broadcast on the Mutual Broadcasting System and was produced and directed by Robert A. Arthur Jr. It featured a different story each week, with a focus on suspense and mystery.The show's format followed that of anthology dramas, with each episode featuring a standalone story and a different cast of characters.The stories covered a range of genres, including crime, horror, and science fiction. One notable aspect of the show was its use of sound effects to heighten ...

"Theatre Guild on the Air" was a popular radio anthology series that aired from 1945 to 1953. It was produced by the Theatre Guild, a prominent theatre company in New York City that was responsible for many successful Broadway productions. The show adapted famous plays and literary works for radio, featuring some of the biggest stars of stage and screen.Each episode of "Theatre Guild on the Air" was a one-hour radio play, often featuring elaborate sound effects and music. The series tackled a wide variety of genres, from classic dramas to comedies, mysteries, and even musicals. Some of the ...

“Richard Diamond, Private Detective” was a radio drama series that aired from 1949 to 1953, starring actor Dick Powell as the titular character. The show followed Diamond, a suave, quick-witted private investigator, as he solved crimes and interacted with his secretary, Helen Asher, and Lieutenant Walt Levinson of the New York Police Department. One of the show's trademarks was its use of music, with Powell singing the show's theme song and other songs throughout the episodes. The show was also known for its comedic elements, often featuring Diamond's wisecracks and humorous banter with ...