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"Suspense" was a highly influential and acclaimed old-time radio show that aired from 1942 to 1962. It is often regarded as one of the greatest and most enduring radio drama series in the history of American radio. Created by its original director, William Spier, "Suspense" was known for its thrilling and suspenseful tales that kept listeners on the edge of their seats.Format and Content: "Suspense" primarily featured standalone episodes, each presenting a self-contained story with a focus on mystery, thriller, crime, horror, or the supernatural. The show's tagline, "Radio's Outstanding Theater of Thrills," aptly described its genre. The stories covered a wide range of themes and settings, from murder mysteries and psychological thrillers to tales of espionage and the occult.The series was known for its skilled use of tension-building techniques, dramatic music, and sound effects to create an immersive and suspenseful atmosphere. Each episode often began with a chilling introduction by the "Man in Black," played by various actors over the years, who set the stage for the upcoming story with a foreboding tone.Notable Episodes and Performers: "Suspense" featured a rotating cast of talented actors who delivered memorable performances. Many Hollywood stars appeared on the show, both in leading and supporting roles. Some notable episodes and performers include: "Sorry, Wrong Number" (1943) - Starring Agnes Moorehead, this episode is one of the most famous in the series, featuring a woman who overhears a murder plot while trying to make a phone call."The Hitch-Hiker" (1942) - Starring Orson Welles, this episode follows a man on a cross-country trip who becomes increasingly unnerved by the presence of a mysterious hitchhiker."The House in Cypress Canyon" (1946) - This episode is a chilling tale of a new homeowner who discovers a strange and horrifying secret in the walls of his house."Sorry, Wrong Number" (1943) - Starring Agnes Moorehead, this episode is one of the most famous in the series, featuring a woman who overhears a murder plot while trying to make a phone call."The House in Cypress Canyon" (1946) - This episode is a chilling tale of a new homeowner who discovers a strange and horrifying secret in the walls of his house.Legacy: "Suspense" was a groundbreaking series that set the standard for radio suspense and thriller dramas. It played a significant role in shaping the conventions of the genre and influenced subsequent generations of writers, filmmakers, and storytellers. Even today, its episodes are celebrated for their high-quality writing, acting, and production values.The show's success and enduring popularity are a testament to the enduring appeal of suspenseful storytelling in the medium of radio. It remains a classic and beloved example of the art of old-time radio drama.

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    Suspense - Swift Rise Of Eddie

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 25:57


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    Suspense - You Take Ballistics

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 25:06


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    Suspense - Elwood

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 30:15


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    Suspense - Three Faces For Midn

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 29:15


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    Suspense - Always Room At The T

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 29:31


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    Suspense - The th Sound

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 29:42


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    Suspense - End Of The Road

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 29:01


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    Suspense - Three Blind Mice

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 30:02


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    Suspense - One Way Street

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 29:37


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    Suspense - Overture In Two Keys

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 29:30


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    Suspense - Will To Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 30:20


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    Suspense - Tree Of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 28:48


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    Suspense - Philomel Cottage

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 27:30


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    Suspense - Thing In The Window

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 27:06


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    Suspense - They Call Me Patrice

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 26:41


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    Suspense - The House In Cypress

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 26:49


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    Suspense - The Strange Death Of

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 24:02


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    Suspense - Drive In W Judy Garl

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 27:38


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    Suspense - The One Who Got Away

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 28:39


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    Suspense - Easy Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 29:53


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    Suspense - Lazarus Walks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 28:46


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    Suspense - Dame Fortune

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 29:37


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    Suspense - Man Who Thought He W

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 32:12


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    Suspense - A Plain Case Of Murd

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 27:40


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    Suspense - Three Times Murder

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 29:47


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    Suspense - Statement Of Employe

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 29:52


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    Suspense - Till The Day I Die

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 29:42


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    Suspense - Hunting Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 22:53


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    Suspense - Youll Never See Me A

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 28:47


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    Suspense - Blue Eyes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 29:27


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    Suspense - Great Horrell

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 31:03


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    Suspense - Last Letter Of Dr Br

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 24:24


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    Suspense - Dead Ernest

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 28:21


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    Suspense - Commuters Ticket

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 24:38


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    Suspense - Cant We Be Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 28:25


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    Suspense - Photo Finish

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 28:57


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    Suspense - Feast Of The Furies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 30:12


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    Suspense - An Evening Diversion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 29:30


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    Suspense - Return Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 29:42


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    Suspense - Your Devoted Wife

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 28:28


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    Suspense - Too Many Smiths

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 29:44


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    Suspense - High Wall

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 26:47


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    Suspense - Leading Citizen Of P

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 29:26


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    Suspense - The Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 29:32


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    Suspense - The Clock And The Ro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 25:12


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    Suspense - Crime Without Passio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 28:42


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    Suspense - Dark Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 30:27


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    Suspense - The Night Reveals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 29:47


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    Suspense - The Name Of The Beas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 28:48


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    Suspense - Post Mortem

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2025 27:16


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    Suspense - Out Of Control

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 30:01


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