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    Mr. and Mrs North: The Placid Affair (Video Theater 292)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 29:20


    In this episode of Public Domain Video Theater, host Adam Graham presents an intriguing episode of Mr. And Mrs. North titled "The Placid Affair," originally aired on April 27, 1954 as the 14th episode of the Second Season. Join us as we unravel a tale of crime, deception, and the lengths one will go to for love and money. With stellar performances by Barbara Britton and Richard Denning, this episode showcases the complexities of human relationships against a backdrop of criminal intrigue. Don't miss this captivating journey into the world of vintage detective stories!

    Dragnet: The Big Cast (Video Theater 292)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 30:24


    Follow the tense investigation led by Joe Friday and his partner Ed Jacobs as they unravel the mystery surrounding the disappearance of Paul Davis and confront the man (Lee Marvin) they suspect of killing him. Season 1, Episode 5 Original Air Date: February 14, 1952

    Mr. and Mrs. North: Homicide Limited (Video Theater 291)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 29:14


    On board a train returning to New York from Miami, the Norths see a woman they met in Miami on a train handcuffs, setting the stage for murder. Original Air Date: March 30, 1954  Season 2, Episode 10

    Dragnet: The Big Mother (Video Theater 290)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 32:37


    Sergeants Joe Friday and Ed Jacobs search for a baby kidnapped from a hospital. Season 1, Episode 4 Original Air Date: January 31, 1952 Based on a Radio Script: from November 9, 1950

    Mr. and Mrs. North: On the Rocks (Video Theater 289)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 29:25


    As the Norths find themselves embroiled in a weekend getaway turned murder mystery, tensions rise when a guest is poisoned and secrets unravel. Original Air Date: January 2, 1953 Season 1, Episode 14

    Dragnet: The Big Actor (Video Theater 288)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 29:48


    Join us as we follow Sergeants Joe Friday and Ben Romero on a complex case involving a robbery at All Saints Hospital's pharmacy, where $10,000 worth of narcotics goes missing. With a wounded intern and a trail of clues leading to the dark underbelly of drug distribution, the detectives race against time to catch the culprit before the stolen drugs can be sold on the streets. Original Air Date: January 3, 1952   Season 1, Episode 2   Referenced: Radio Version of The Big Actor

    Mr. and Mrs. North: Till Death Do Us Part (Video Theater 287)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 30:58


    The Norths are getting to celebrate their anniversary when a sinister bride doll is delivered and they find themselves in another murder.    Original Air Date: October 10, 1952 Season 1, Episode 2

    Dragnet: The Human Bomb (Video Theater 286)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 33:06


    Step back in time with us as we revisit the very first TV episode of Dragnet, "The Human Bomb." This episode, based on a radio script from 1949, takes you into the heart of Los Angeles, where Detective Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner, Ben Romero (Barton Yarborough), face a tense, 26-minute race against time to prevent a disaster.    Original AIr Date: December 14, 1951 based on a radio play from July 21, 1949 Season 1, Episode 1

    Bulldog Drummond's Bride (Video Theater 285)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 62:56


    The thrilling conclusion to the Bulldog Drummond series is here! Join us as we dive into a world of action, comedy, and romance. In this final installment, Bulldog Drummond navigates a bank robbery and a mad painter, while trying to ensure his long-awaited wedding in romantic happens France. With unexpected twists and comedic elements, this episode promises a satisfying end to the saga.   Original Release July 12, 1939   Starring John Howard, as Bulldog Drummond, Heather Angel as Phyllis Clavering

    Racket Squad: Elephant in Stockings (Video Theater 284)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 26:57


    A promoter promises to buy a cargo of defective silk stockings from a businessman through a pyramid scheme. Original Air Date: December 12, 1952 Season 3, Episode 13

    Bulldog Drummond's Secret Police (Video Theater 283)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 59:52


    Bulldog Drummond (John Howard) is on the verge of marrying Phyllis Clavering (Heather Angel), but a thrilling mystery involving hidden treasures and secret passages threatens to derail their plans. Join us as we explore this captivating story filled with suspense, humor, and unexpected twists. Will Drummond and Phyllis finally tie the knot?   Original Release Date: April 14, 1939

    Racket Squad: Check and Double Check (Video Theater 282)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 29:56


    A fatherless boy (Billie Gray) secretly joins a gang of juveniles passing forged checks. Season 3, Episode 1   Original Air Date: September 4, 1952

    Arrest Bulldog Drummond (Video Theater 281)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 63:48


    JoJOIN OUR MORE THAN 14,000 SUBSCRIBERS Hugh Drummond is going to be married, but first he has to stop a newly-invented atomic from being used to launch a new war. Follow Captain Drummond and his team as they navigate through espionage, murder, and a race against time to prevent global catastrophe.  Original Release Date: November 25, 1938 

    Racket Squad: One More Dream (Video Theater 280)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 28:20


    Dive into the world of Commodore Stitch, a notorious con artist, as he orchestrates an elaborate scam to fleece a millionaire with a scheme involving the promise of psychic power. Season 2, Episode 50   Original Air Date: August 28, 1952

    Bulldog Drummond in Africa (Video Theater 279)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 62:28


    Hugh Drummond's wedding is delayed yet again when he has to go to Africa to rescue Colonel Nielsen. Join us as Captain Drummond navigates a series of comedic and thrilling events leading up to his wedding day, involving missing trousers, kidnapped colonels, and a daring rescue mission in Africa. With stellar performances from HB Warner, Heather Angel, J. Carrol Naish, and a young Anthony Quinn, this episode is packed with action, humor, and unexpected twists. Tune in for a delightful mix of suspense and comedy! Original Release Date: August 5, 1938

    Racket Squad: The Smoke Eater (Video Theater 258)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 29:32


    Today's Mystery: A conman who "looks like a cop" comes up with an unlikely racket. Original Air Date: August 7, 1952 Season 2, Episode 47

    Bulldog Drummond's Peril (Video Theater 277)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 71:03


     Bulldog Drummond's Swiss wedding is delayed when a guest carrying newly developed artificial diamonds is murdered at a party before the wedding.   Original Release Date: March 18, 1938   Starring John Howard as Bulldog Drummond, John Barrymore as Colonel Nelson, Louise Campbell as Phyllis Clevering, E.E. Clive as Tenny

    Racket Squad: The Soft Touch (Video Theater 276)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 26:45


    As hotel guests gather following a fire, a series of cons unfold, involving counterfeit money, smuggled furs, and a web of deceit. Join us as we navigate through this clever and suspenseful narrative, revealing the cunning minds of criminals and the ever-watchful eyes of law enforcement. Original Air Date: May 1, 1952 Season 2, Episode 38

    Bulldog Drummond's Revenge (Video Theater 275)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 58:47


    Captain Drummond (John Howard) and his loyal friend Algy must navigate a web of deceit and danger, with the fate of a powerful new explosive hanging in the balance. Will Drummond be able to thwart the plans of those who seek to use this deadly weapon for nefarious purposes? Original Release Date: December 16, 1937  Also stars John Barrymore, Louise Howard, Reginal Denny, E.E. Howard

    Racket Squad: The Case of the Hearse Chasers (Video Theater 274)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2024 28:09


    A forger trying to go straight gets involved with a slick racketeer. Season 2, Episode 26 Original Air Date: February 28, 1952

    Bulldog Drummond Escapes (Video Theater 273)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2024 62:13


    Two relatives of a man who hanged thanks to the testimony of Bulldog Drummond (John Howard) kidnap his girlfriend, Phyllis Clevering (Louise Campbell). The criminals give him a series of clues and an ultimatum to keep Colonel Nelson (John Barrymore) out of the case.   Theatrical Release Date: September 24, 1937

    Racket Squad: Desperate Money (Video Theater 272)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 29:10


    In this gripping episode, Captain Braddock (Reed Hadley) unveil the treacherous world of illegal money lending through the harrowing tale of Carl Miller, a hardworking tailor ensnared by desperation and deceit. As Captain Braddock of the racket squad narrates, we witness the perils of "Desperate Money" and the dark underbelly of loan sharking. This real-life story, plucked from the case files of law enforcement, serves as a stark warning against the siren call of easy money and the ruthless predators lying in wait. Season 2, Episode 21   Original Air Date: January 24, 1952

    Bulldog Drummond Escapes (Video Theater 271)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 71:50


    Bulldog Drummond, portrayed by the suave Ray Milland, takes on the foggy dangers of 1930s England in a heart-pounding adventure. With cunning villains, daring escapades, and a touch of romance, this is one movie you won't want to miss. Theatrical Release Date: January 22, 1937

    U.S. Marshal: Helldorado (Video Theater 270)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 29:47


     In the heat of Cochise County's Helldorado week, a celebration turns sour as Sheriff Morgan confronts the chaos of an open town. With high-stakes poker games and the threat of murder hanging over the festivities, Morgan must protect the integrity of his badge and the safety of his guests. This episode, "Helldorado," takes us on a wild ride through loyalty, deceit, and the gambles we take with the cards we're dealt. Season 1, Episode 15  Original Air Date: December 7, 1956

    Dangerous Assignment: The Mine Story (Video Theater 269(

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2024 31:28


    Join Steve Mitchell as he embarks on a perilous journey behind the Iron Curtain, infiltrating a slave labor camp to extract vital intelligence. With time running against him and danger at every turn, will Steve secure the information and make it out alive, or will this assignment prove too deadly? Season 1, Episode 39 Original Air Date: Spring 1952

    Sheriff of Cochise: Woman Escapes (Video Theater 268)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 29:51


    When Hank Gifford finds himself caught between his domineering sister and his manipulative girlfriend, a tragic accident spirals into a harrowing investigation and it's up to Sheriff Morgan (John Bomfield) to find the truth. Season 2, Episode 29 Original Air Date: October 31, 1957

    Dangerous Assignment: The Missing Diplomat Story (Video Theater 267)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2024 28:52


    Steve Mitchell embarks on a high-stakes mission to locate a missing European diplomat and recover top-secret records. As tensions rise and loyalties are questioned, join Mitchell in the bustling streets of Barcelona, where every corner could hold a clue or a deadly trap. Season 1, Episode 17    Original Air Date: December 1951

    Sheriff of Cochise: Vapor (Video Theater 266)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 30:14


    Two robbers feign car trouble and steal a traveling salesman's car. Season 1, Episode 25  Original Air Date: March 15, 1957

    Dangerous Assignment: The Caboose Story (Video Theater 265)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2024 29:51


    Steve Mitchell travels to Tokyo on a dangerous assignment that reunites him with Marta Siba, an old flame with a new agenda. Dive into a tale of espionage where trains derail, bridges explode, and love might just be the deadliest force of all.  Season 1, Episode 16 Original Air Date: December 1951

    U.S. Marshal: Kill or Be Killed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2024 28:32


    A man who murdered a federal witness hides out at an isolated farmhouse.   Original Air Date: February 22, 1960 Season 2, Episode 31 

    Dangerous Assignment: The Sunflower Seed Story (Video Theater 263)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2024 28:37


    Steve is sent to South America on a Cold War Mission where an American businessman is accused of assassinating an anti-American party leader. Original Broadcast Date: December 1951 Season 1,  Episode 15

    Dragnet: The Big Little Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2023 35:48


    Friday and Smith try to recover a stolen statue of the child Jesus for a church before the Christmas Mass. Original Air Date: December 24, 1953 Season 3, Episode 17

    Sherlock Holmes: The Christmas Pudding (Video Theater 261)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2023 29:50


    A serial killer threatens to get Holmes before he's executed. Episode 23 of the 1954-55 Sherlock Holmes series. Original Air Date: April 4, 1955

    U.S. Marshal: Murder, My Darling (Video Theater 260)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 29:02


    A woman who absconded with embezzled funds is found murdered and suspicion falls on her husband. Original Air Date: October 8, 1959 Season 2, Episode 9 Starred John Bromfield as Marshal Morgan, James Griffith as Deputy Tom Ferguson

    Dangerous Assignment: The Havana Microfilm Story (Video Theater 259)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2023 29:32


    Steve (Brian Donlevy) goes to Havana to find the head of a spy ring that's been stealing U.S. Government secrets putting g them on microfilm and smuggling them out of the country. Features Lyle Talbot Original Air Date: Fall 1951 Season 1, Episode 14

    U.S. Marshal: The Man Who Lived Twice (Video Theater 258)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 28:38


    A safecracker is thwarted when trying to rob a wealthy man and there's suspicion about the involvement of an inside man...who had been declared dead!   Season 2, Episode 16   Original Air Date: November 16, 1959

    Dangerous Assignment: The Burma Temple Story (Video Theater 257)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2023 28:29


    Steve heads to Burma after an American correspondent is murdered and seeks to find a woman who may be a witness...or the murderer. Original Air Date: Fall 1951 Season 1, Episode 13

    U.S. Marshal: Stool Pigeon (Video Theater 256)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2023 28:20


    Marshal Morgan tries to get a captured Narcotics Smuggler to reveal who the leader of the racket is.   Season 1, Episode 27 Original Air Date: January 22, 1959

    Dangerous Assignment: The Blood-Stained Feather Story (Video Theater 255)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2023 28:25


    Steve goes to Cairo to take out a dangerous secret order. Original Air Date: Autumn 1951

    He Walked by Night (Video Theater 254)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2023 90:11


    The LAPD hunts for a desperate and cunning criminal (Richard Basehart) who killed a police officer in this groundbreaking Police Procedural that features Jack Webb.   Original Release Date: November 24, 1948

    U.S. Marshal: The Fence (VIdeo Theater 252)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2023 28:06


    A Tucson diamond dealer claims self-defense after killing a robber, but Marshall Morgan's not buying it. Original Air Date: January 15, 1959 Season 1, Episode 25

    Dangerous Assignment: The Italian Movie Story (Video Theater 251)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2023 28:40


    Steve goes on a low-budget Italian movie set where a foreign agent got killed trying to acquire a piece of film.   Season 1, Episode 11  Original Air Date: Fall 1951

    U.S. Marshal: My Sons (Video Theater 250)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2023 29:59


    A son of a friend (Mary Astor) of Marshal Morgan dies in a car accident. The widow's dealing with more than grief. The death threatens to expose her family's car smuggling ring. Season 1, Episode 7 Original Air Date: September 9, 1958

    Dangerous Assignment: The Lagoon Story (Video Theater 249)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2023 28:44


    Steve goes to Africa in search of two agents who were on the trail of a deadly strain of parasites.  Season 1, Episode 10   Original Air Date: Fall 1951

    U.S. Marshal: Ghost Town (Video Theater 248)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 29:49


    Two criminals escape jail with a hostage and hide out in an Arizona Ghost town. Season 2, Episode 1 Original Air Date: October 10, 1959

    Dangerous Assignment: The Pat and Mike Story (Video Theater 248)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2023 29:42


    Steve is sent to Africa to bring back a British Agent transporting an enemy agent stirring up U.S. interest but when Steve arrives he finds his life depends on figuring out which is the Brtish Agent and which is the enemy.  Season 1, Episode 9   Original Air Date: Fall 1951

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    U.S. Marshal: R.I.P. (Video Theater 247)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2023 29:59


    A guard is implicated in a payroll robbery and left for dead and speechless by the gang who committed it. Directed by Robert Altman Original Air Date: June 6, 1959

    Dangerous Assignment: The Salami Story (Video Theater 246)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2023 29:21


    Steve boards a train in hopes of receiving a report from a Plastic Company CEO but finds the CEO murdered and the report missing. Original Air Date: Fall 1951 Season 1 Episode 8

    U.S. Marshal: Deer Hunt (Video Theater 245)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2023 29:51


    Marshal Morgan and his friend Chris go hunting but find themselves hunted when a man shoots Chris and sets out to finish him off as well as Morgan. Season 1, Episode 38  Original Air Date: June 27, 1959

    Dangerous Assignment: The Bhandara Story (Video Theater 244)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 28:42


    Steve goes to Bombay to meet with a witness who accused an American businessman of gunrunning. He wants to change his story but is killed and Steve has to go on the run from the police. Original Air Date: Fall 1951 Season 1, Episode 7

    U.S. Marshal: MaryJo is Missing (Video Theater 243)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2023 29:19


    Marshal Morgan learns an old friend has gone missing and her husband is acting suspiciously. Original Air Date: May 30, 1959 Season 1, Episode 34

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