Podcast appearances and mentions of Basil Rathbone

Cultists, five years after the previous entry in the series, and three years since they'd made a horror movie at all, Universal convinced Karloff to sit in Jack Pierce's make-up chair for one last outing as the iconic monster. Minus director James Whale's subversive edge but with Dracula star Bela Lugosi and future Sherlock Holmes star Basil Rathbone, Son Of Frankenstein marked a turning point in the Universal Horror Series. Please join us for the Dissection.  Dissection Topic https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0031951/?ref_=ext_shr  Son of Frankenstein https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B005EYG0HO/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r  Unholy Sacrament  Oktoberfresh, Fresh Hopped Marzen, Zoiglhaus Brewing Co https://untp.beer/NXgKA  Vault Of Darkness  Altered Carbon (Kalogridis, 2018) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2261227/?ref_=ext_shr   https://www.netflix.com/title/80097140  https://www.richardkmorgan.com/writing/altered-carbon/  Young Frankenstein (Brooks, 1974) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072431/?ref_=ext_shr  Young Frankenstein [Blu-ray] https://a.co/d/4Dd5Myj  #sonoffrankenstein, #frankenstein, #brideoffrankenstein, #youngfrankenstein, #rowlandvlee, #boriskarloff, #belalugosi, #basilrathbone, #jackpierce, #kennethstrickfaden, #ygor, #igor, #drfrankenstein,  #henryfrankenstein, #wolffrankenstein, #inspectorkrogh, #universalmonsters, #universalhorror, #classicmonsters, #classichorror

Unraveling the Mystery: Sherlock Holmes and the Missing Submarine PlansThis episode of Sherlock Holmes features the investigation of the mysterious death of Cadogan West, a clerk at Woolwich Arsenal, who was found dead with important submarine plans in his possession. Sherlock Holmes, with the help of Dr. Watson and Mycroft, delves into the case, uncovering layers of intrigue involving espionage, betrayal, and the quest for national security. The narrative unfolds through a series of dramatic encounters and deductions, leading to a thrilling conclusion that highlights Holmes's unparalleled detective skills.In the fog-laden streets of London, a mystery unfolds that challenges even the sharpest minds. Join Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they delve into the perplexing case of the missing submarine plans, a tale that intertwines espionage, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of truth.The Case Begins: It all starts with a dense fog and a seemingly mundane day at 221B Baker Street. Holmes, restless and eager for a challenge, finds himself drawn into a case involving the death of a young clerk, Cadogan West, whose body is discovered on the tracks of the London Underground. The stakes are high, as the plans for a revolutionary submarine are missing, and the peace of Europe hangs in the balance.A Web of Intrigue: As Holmes and Watson navigate the murky waters of espionage, they encounter a cast of characters, each with their own secrets. From the enigmatic Mycroft Holmes, whose involvement hints at the gravity of the situation, to the distraught fiancée of the deceased, the plot thickens with every revelation. The duo's investigation takes them from the underground tunnels to the opulent halls of government, piecing together clues that lead to a shocking conclusion.In a tale that showcases the brilliance of Sherlock Holmes, the mystery of the missing submarine plans is a testament to the enduring appeal of Arthur Conan Doyle's creation. As the fog lifts and the truth is revealed, readers are left with a story that captivates and entertains, reminding us of the timeless allure of a good detective story.Subscribe Now: Stay tuned for more thrilling adventures with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. Subscribe to our blog for the latest updates and insights into the world of mystery and intrigue.TakeawaysA cold can be a serious issue.Foggy weather is ideal for crime.Mycroft plays a crucial role in national security.The missing submarine plans are vital for Europe.Cadogan West's death raises many questions.The investigation leads to the underground.Miss Westbury believes in Cadogan's innocence.Colonel Walker's involvement complicates the case.Holmes's deductions reveal the truth behind the murder.The story ends with a teaser for the next adventure.Sherlock Holmes, mystery, adventure, Mycroft, Cadogan West, Bruce Partington Plans, underground investigation, crime, detective, Basil Rathbone

GGACP squeezes a few extra scares out of spooky season with this ENCORE of a 2016 interview with the “King of Splatter,” makeup effects wizard Tom Savini. In this episode, Tom reveals the secret of onscreen suspense, shares his admiration for legendary makeup artists Dick Smith and Jack Pierce and explains how “Midnight Cowboy” changed his life. Also, Tom praises George Clooney, defends Jerry Lewis, laughs it up with Tony Curtis and shakes hands with the Three Stooges. PLUS: Joe Spinell! “Dr. Terror's House of Horrors”! Christoper Lee makes an entrance! Tyrone Power battles Basil Rathbone! And the Cary Grant movie that brings Tom to tears! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Halloween! We're celebrating with a spooky collection of some of the big screen's most famous monsters in old time radio thrillers. Orson Welles is the count who never drinks...wine in "Dracula," presented by the Mercury Theatre On the Air (originally aired on CBS on July 11, 1938), and Suspense presents its own version of the horror classic "Frankenstein" (originally aired on CBS on June 6, 1955). Robert Louis Stevenson's "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" walk the streets in a syndicated story from The Weird Circle, and a group of climbers hunt for the legendary beast of the Himalayas in "The Abominable Snowman" from Escape (originally aired on CBS on September 13, 1953). A mysterious island is home to a creature that's howling mad in "W is for Werewolf" from Dark Fantasy (originally aired on NBC on February 13, 1942). Finally, Basil Rathbone dons the mask of "The Phantom of the Opera" on The Lux Radio Theatre (originally aired on CBS on September 13, 1943).

3 hours of old time radio fun!Jack Armstrong, The All American Boy 1940-12-03 e1562 Country of the Head HuntersYoung Love 1949-08-01 e05 Visit by Janet's Mom and Jimmy's DadHeartbeat Theater 1959-05-17 The Ghost of Danton HillThe Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes 1945-09-17 Case Of The Out Of Date Murder with Basil Rathbone And Nigel BrucePete Kelly's Blues 1951-08-22 Gus Trudeaux See On The AirTales Of Tomorrow 1953-01-22 The Other Now

Send us a textAs the last four years, it's time for our annual salute to Scary Season on the pod --- a little film nosh to whet your appetite for the fun of Halloween ahead. Last season we went down one of the paths of the classic Universal Pictures lineup of horror films, with the foundational Dracula. This season, we're headed down another path of classics from the golden days of Universal, but the third in the series of this particular horror group. Not the film Frankenstein, not Bride Of Frankenstein, but the third and a nice addition (and the last that made sense) in the trail of the monster created by scientist Henry Frankenstein, the story of his human progeny. It's Son Of Frankenstein! You knew that was coming next!   Why start with the third in the series? The first two, directed by James Whale, were great and foundational in their own right. But we do dislike Colin Clive chewing the scenery as Henry Frankenstein in the first two films, as well as a thin set of supporting actors. If we're going to have an actor chewing the scenery, how about Basil Rathbone? Or Bela Lugosi? Also, many scenes in Son are immediately recognizable, as Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder mined so much of the story and characterizations for their inimitable film Young Frankenstein. Sure, the blind man played by legendary Gene Hackman in Young rose from a story line in Bride --- credit where credit is due. But most of the rest is Son. It's just fun to watch and mark… Okay, that's settled…Website and blog: www.thosewonderfulpeople.comIG: @thosewonderfulpeopleTwitter: @FilmsInTheDark

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee In a special edition of the Royal Blue podcast, Mick Rathbone is Chris Beesley's guest with the former Everton physio having brought out his new book The Smell Of Football III. The no-nonsense full-back started his playing career at home city club Birmingham before spells at Blackburn Rovers, Preston North End – where he first worked alongside David Moyes – and Halifax Town before swapping his boots for the physio's bag. Nicknamed ‘Baz' after actor Basil Rathbone, who was famous for playing Sherlock Holmes, he shares an array of anecdotes about his two spells at Everton, the first of which lasted from 2002-2010.Mick, 66, recalls how he was initially scared to take up a role at Goodison Park and tried to price himself out of a move, how he won favour with an intimidating Duncan Ferguson when first arriving through the door, how he was often on the receiving end of players' practical jokes and how he made up a story about the manner of his departure that prompted Moyes to get straight on the phone to him.When it comes to his book, the third and final part of the highly acclaimed The Smell Of Football trilogy is told with flair and unique insider insight. Mick concludes his riveting football memoir with a 100-day diary starting in the early 2024/5 season.  Once again, he brings us a unique insight into the world of professional football, this time through his role as a physio. Written with humour and candour, the book demonstrates that incredibly fine line between winning and losing – the width of a goalpost or a referee's decision – and the diametrically opposed emotions they bring.This book is for diehard fans who support their team unconditionally, season after season. It will show them just how much the players and officials really do care and, sadly, just how painful and emotionally draining defeat is.  It is an honest account that draws on the author's incredible 50 years in professional sport, bringing to life the day to day running of a professional football club.Link to the book:https://www.pitchpublishing.co.uk/shop/smell-football-iii Chris Beesley's Book: Spirit of the Blues: https://tinyurl.com/35yrkvdb *Emotional farewell to Goodison Park | 16-page Everton souvenir picture special:*  https://shop.regionalnewspapers.co.uk/liverpool-echo-monday-19th-may-2025-4583-p.asp *Goodbye to Goodison special souvenir edition:*  https://tinyurl.com/GoodbyeGoodisonSouvenir *Gavin Buckland's Book 'The End' | Order your copy here:* https://tinyurl.com/GavinBucklandTheEnd Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO's Royal Blue YouTube channel. Get exclusive Everton FC content - including podcasts, live shows and videos - everyday.  Subscribe to the Royal Blue Everton FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3aNfYav Listen and subscribe to the Royal Blue Podcast for all your latest Everton FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HbiY1E SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/47xwdnY Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoEFC Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@royal.blue.evertoFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoEFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1939, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce were cast as Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson in 20th Century Fox's 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', a teaming which led to thirteen more films, and five seasons of a radio show containing over 200 episodes. In this special, feature-length documentary, Adam leads you through their seven year-long tenure as Conan Doyle's famous characters, revealing the workings behind the series, the names responsible for its inception, and the effect of the films on the careers of Rathbone and Bruce. Who got top billing in 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', and why? Who was Harry "The Henchman"? What did The Hoxton Creeper have in common with Abraham Lincoln? Who was involved in a notorious sex scandal during the making of 'Sherlock Homes and the Secret Weapon'? For instant access to the remaining episodes of THE GAME IS AFOOT, as well as the movies themselves in the Classic Movie Library, simply sign up now at ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1939, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce were cast as Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson in 20th Century Fox's 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', a teaming which led to thirteen more films, and five seasons of a radio show containing over 200 episodes. In this special, feature-length documentary, Adam leads you through their seven year-long tenure as Conan Doyle's famous characters, revealing the workings behind the series, the names responsible for its inception, and the effect of the films on the careers of Rathbone and Bruce. Who got top billing in 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', and why? Who was Harry "The Henchman"? What did The Hoxton Creeper have in common with Abraham Lincoln? Who was involved in a notorious sex scandal during the making of 'Sherlock Homes and the Secret Weapon'? For instant access to the remaining episodes of THE GAME IS AFOOT, as well as the movies themselves in the Classic Movie Library, simply sign up now at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1939, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce were cast as Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson in 20th Century Fox's 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', a teaming which led to thirteen more films, and five seasons of a radio show containing over 200 episodes. In this special, feature-length documentary, Adam leads you through their seven year-long tenure as Conan Doyle's famous characters, revealing the workings behind the series, the names responsible for its inception, and the effect of the films on the careers of Rathbone and Bruce. Who got top billing in 'The Hound of the Baskervilles', and why? Who was Harry "The Henchman"? What did The Hoxton Creeper have in common with Abraham Lincoln? Who was involved in a notorious sex scandal during the making of 'Sherlock Homes and the Secret Weapon'? For instant access to the remaining episodes of THE GAME IS AFOOT, as well as the movies themselves in the Classic Movie Library, simply sign up now at https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Se trata del detective más famoso del mundo, astuto y audaz, una persona que ha convertido la capacidad de observación y deducción en un arte; SHERLOCK HOLMES. Acompañado de su fiel ayudante, el doctor Watson, y perseguido por el profesor Moriarty, del detective londinense se pasará por La órbita de Endor para ofrecernos todas sus caras. Desde su visión auténtica y original, creada por Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (de quien también hablaremos), pasando por todas sus versiones cinematográficas clásicas, donde no pocos rostros lo encarnaron, como Basil Rathbone y Peter Cushing, acabando con los nuevos actores que se han prestado para interpretar su papel en la gran y pequeña pantalla, es decir, Benedict Cumberbatch y Robert Downey JR. No olvidaremos algunos títulos singulares, como la serie de animación canina de los años 80. Sherlock Holmes, todo Sherlock Holmes y nada más que Sherlock Holmes, con la ayuda de Dios, aquí, en La órbita de Endor, el programa de la fantasía y la ciencia ficción. Participarán en el extenso monográfico de dos horas y media Abraham Hithorso, recién llegado de Podcinema, Asier Huarte, del podcast La Guarida del Sith y, por supuesto, el General Kurtz, uno de los responsables máximos de la página Lores del Sith. Dirigiendo la tertulia y editando el producto final, Antonio Runa. Sólo cuando toda razón es descartada, lo ilógico, aunque improbable, es invariablemente cierto. Como que tienes que escuchar este programa. ¡Elemental! Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Sharpen your blade! This week on Enjoy Stuff we duel through the best sword fights in movie history, from Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone to Luke Skywalker and The Bride. En garde and Enjoy Stuff! Whether you're swinging a wrapping paper tube, a sharp saber, or just a stick, we all love the romanticism of sword fighting. Let's look at the best ones in the movies.  News Discover magical new treats: Harry Potter Krispy Kremes    The new A Book of Dragons by Mike Witwer is now available   Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Hello Kitty at McDonald's? Sounds like a match made in heaven   RIP Terrance Stamp   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay celebrates Texas Massacre Day (Aug 18) with a special screening of the 1974 horror classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Shua dives into the fascinating world of Disney fandom with AJ Wolf's book Disney Adults     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay takes a look at Coherence (2014), a twisty tale that truly defines the meaning of “coherence,” both in its story and its theme. Read Jay's full breakdown on RetroZap.com. Also check out his latest work on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU. Enjoy Sword Fighting!  Sharpen your blade and tighten your grip! This week Jay and Shua celebrate the art of the sword fight, both in history and on the big screen. From legendary real-world figures like Miyamoto Musashi, Joan of Arc, and Julie d'Aubigny to Hollywood's masters of swashbuckling like Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone, they slice into the roots of swordsmanship and how it translates into movie magic.   They look at the evolution of sword fights on screen:   Silent Era swashbucklers like The Mark of Zorro (1920) with Douglas Fairbanks   Golden Age Hollywood spectacle in The Adventures of Robin Hood   Post-War Realism in Japanese samurai cinema (Seven Samurai)   Modern Era duels ranging from Star Wars lightsabers to Game of Thrones brutality   Plus, they salute the fight choreographers who make it all possible, Nick Gillard, Bob Anderson, Donnie Yen and break down famous sword fighting techniques like the parry and riposte, feints, disarms, and Iaido precision strikes.   Finally, they take a tour through some of cinema's greatest sword battles:   The Princess Bride's witty duel   Rob Roy's brutal finale   Pirates of the Caribbean's rolling water wheel fight   Kill Bill's unforgettable Crazy 88 showdown   The operatic lightsaber clashes of Star Wars   And many more from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon to The Lord of the Rings What makes a sword fight truly great? Choreography? Stakes? Cinematography? First person that emails me with the subject line, “En Garde!” will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

Sharpen your blade! This week on Enjoy Stuff we duel through the best sword fights in movie history, from Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone to Luke Skywalker and The Bride. En garde and Enjoy Stuff!

Diane and Sean discuss Sherlock Holmes, but if he was a mouse...in a mouse world...and also there's a rat. Episode music is, "Let Me Be Good To You", by Melissa Manchester from the OST.-  Our theme song is by Brushy One String-  Artwork by Marlaine LePage-  Why Do We Own This DVD?  Merch available at Teepublic-  Follow the show on social media:-  BlueSky: WhyDoWeOwnThisDVD-  IG: @whydoweownthisdvd- Tumblr: WhyDoWeOwnThisDVD-  Follow Sean's Plants on IG: @lookitmahplants- Watch Sean be bad at video games on TwitchSupport the show

Matinee Theater || (13) Smilin' Through || January 14, 1945Featuring: Victor Jory; Claire Niesen; Jane Powell; Basil Rathbone; Richard Sanville; Norma ShearerSponsored by: Vicks. England a moonlit summer night in the year 1914. An old man John Carteret sits alone in his garden. Strange tales are told of this garden and of the ways of its owner on nights such as this. He talks they say to the ghost of Munian Clair. #JanePowell #BasilRathbone #NormaShearer: : : : :My other podcast channels include: MYSTERY x SUSPENSE -- SCI FI x HORROR -- COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA -- VARIETY X ARMED FORCES -- THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLESSubscribing is free and you'll receive new post notifications. Also, if you have a moment, please give a 4-5 star rating and/or write a 1-2 sentence positive review on your preferred service -- that would help me a lot.Thank you for your support.https://otr.duane.media | Instagram @duane.otr#dramaclassics #oldtimeradio #otr #radiotheater #radioclassics #luxradio #cecilbdemille #gunsmoke #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #crimeclassics #duaneotr:::: :

Welcome back to Mutual Presents! With the Scarlet Queen permanently at dock, it's time for some mystery with another great contribution to story and sound- The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes! Airing from 1939-1946, this instant classic starred the great Basil Rathbone as Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Dr. Watson. We begin our series with "The Bruce Partington Plans" and "The Case of the Retired Colourman"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Mutual Presents! With the Scarlet Queen permanently at dock, it's time for some mystery with another great contribution to story and sound- The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes! Airing from 1939-1946, this instant classic starred the great Basil Rathbone as Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Dr. Watson. We begin our series with "The Bruce Partington Plans" and "The Case of the Retired Colourman"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ahoy, mateys! We are back and LIVE at the Colonial Theatre to talk about Michael Curtiz's seminal pirate adventure Captain Blood! And luckily for us, we've assembled one of the most dastardly crews ever to sail the deadly waters of the Schuylkill River. Rosalie Kicks!, The Old Sport and Benjamin Leonard, Best Boy from MovieJawn join us to talk about all of the 16mm seafaring adventures. And what would a pirate crew be without their deadliest mate?! April Henry climbs aboard as our swordfighting extraordinaire to make sure the film truly hit its mark! She even graced us and our live audience with a fencing demonstration! You know it is a good time when you see this many exlamation points! Check it out!!!

⭐Basil Rathbone 21 Movies to Watch Now - Not Just Sherlock Holmes⭐

Our Sherlock Holmes panel Pax, Jacob, Michael, and Rob talk about Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce's second outing as Holmes and Watson. They'd appeared together in The Hound of the Baskervilles earlier that same year, but this one's an original story (loosely based on a play by William Gillette). It's still a Victorian adventure before the series changed studios and went modern with the next film. It also stars Ida Lupino as Holmes' client and George Zucco as Moriarty.

On this week's Tuesday Night Detectives on Vintage Classic Radio, we delve into two gripping cases from the golden age of mystery. First, in The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, we present “The Copper Beaches,” originally broadcast on May 7th, 1943. When a young governess named Violet Hunter takes a strange job at a secluded estate, she turns to Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson for help. What begins as a peculiar curiosity soon unfolds into a sinister plot involving deception, captivity, and buried secrets within the Copper Beeches mansion. Basil Rathbone stars as the brilliant Sherlock Holmes, with Nigel Bruce as the steadfast Dr. Watson. Their chemistry brings to life Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's chilling tale, supported by an atmospheric score and rich narration from announcer Knox Manning.Then, we turn to the refined sleuthing of The Teahouse Detective in “The Edinburgh Mystery.” In the quiet ambiance of a London tearoom, the unnamed armchair detective recounts the baffling circumstances surrounding the death of a young man found at the foot of Edinburgh's Salisbury Crags. Was it suicide, an accident—or murder? Through dialogue and deduction, the Teahouse Detective pieces together the case using only newspaper reports and intellectual prowess, revealing the truth behind the seemingly simple tragedy. Based on the stories of Baroness Orczy, this dramatized adaptation features Gordon Gardner as the astute Teahouse Detective and Patricia Hughes as his curious companion. With both tales, listeners are treated to richly textured performances and intricate plotting that will leave even the most seasoned mystery lovers guessing until the very end. Tune in, settle back, and let the clues unfold on this week's Tuesday Night Detectives.

Settle in your best (and only) coffin, grab a drink or twelve and join us for “The Comedy of Terrors”. In film in which we hear possibly the only use of the phrase “Toss Pot” outside of the UK; Orangey displays why he was considered one of the finest cactors of his generation; and Osgood Fielding III gives the best scream this side of a Tom and Jerry cartoon. Sadly, this is the last time that Vincent Price and Peter Lorre demonstrated their magnificent comedy double act as part of this amazing ensemble with Joyce Jameson, Boris Karloff and Basil Rathbone, all of whom totally embrace the grotesque insanity of their characters and the tale itself. “The Comedy of Terrors” is a real refinement of the dark vein of humour the various cast members had begun exploring with Roger Corman in the Poe adaptations “Tales of Terror” and “The Raven”, but this time, it's the legendary Jacques Tourneur behind the camera, with an original script from the pen of the great Richard Matheson, both of whom mould this original gem of Gothic Black Comedy. Sadly, “The Comedy of Terrors” failed to perform at the box office, and with Lorre's death only a few months after release, it closed a chapter on what could have been a far more interesting direction for producers AIP. Watch (or re-watch) to avoid spoilers and join us.

We're tipping our deerstalker cap to Basil Rathbone in celebration of his June 13th birthday. Of course, we'll hear him as Sherlock Holmes in three old time radio adventures from Baker Street - “Murder in the Casbah” (originally aired on Mutual on December 3, 1945), “The Indiscretion of Mr. Edwards” (originally aired on Mutual on February 4, 1946), and “The Adventure of the Uneasy Easy Chair” (originally aired on Mutual on May 13, 1946). Plus, he plays John Adams in his pre-presidential days as a lawyer defending British soldiers involved in the infamous Boston Massacre. We'll hear Rathbone in “John Yankee” from The Cavalcade of America (originally aired on NBC on August 29, 1950).

EPISODE 87 -  “2025 TCM FILM FESTIVAL WRAP UP” - 5/12/2025 For the second year in a row, Steve and Nan were honored to be invited to cover the Turner Classic Movies Film Festival as part of the press corp. After four glorious days of non-stop film action, this episode is dedicated to the Festival and the fantastic movies shown this year. Steve and Nan will be discussing their favorite films, as well as giving a behind-the-scenes look at the festival and all the movie lovers who come annually to bow at the altar of Eddie Muller, Ben Mankiewicz and the TCM gang.   SHOW NOTES:  AVA GARDNER MUSEUM: If you would like to make a donation to help support the Ava Gardner Museum in Smithfield, N.C. (Ava'a hometown!), please click on the following link: https://ava-gardner-museum.myshopify.com/products/donations Sources: Wikipedia.com; TCM.com; IBDB.com; IMDBPro.com; Movies Mentioned:  Suddenly Last Summer (1959), starring Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, Montgomery Clift, Mercedes McCambridge, & Albert Dekker; The Divorcée (1930), starring Norma Shearer, Chester Morris, Robert Montgomery, & Conrad Nagel; Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison (1957), starring Robert Mitchum & Deborah Kerr; The Enchanted Cottage (1945), starring Dorothy McGuire, Robert Young, Herbert Marshall, Mildred Natwick, Spring Byington, & Richard Gaines; Daisy Kenyon (1947), starring Joan Crawford, Dana Andrews, & Henry Fonda; Rhapsody in Blue (1945), starring Robert Alda, Joan Leslie, Alexis Smith, Oscar Levant, Morris Carnovsky, Rosemary DeCamp & Charles Coburn; Gunman's Walk (1958), starring Van Heflin, Tab Hunter, James Darren, Kathryn Grant, Burt Convy & Edward Platt; We're No Angels (1955), starring Humphrey Bogart, Joan Bennett, Peter Ustinov, Aldo Ray, Leo G,. Carroll, Gloria Talbot, & Basil Rathbone; The Big Combo (1955), starring Cornel Wilde, Jean Wallace, Richard Conti, Helen Walker, Brain Donlevy, Lee Van Cleef, Earl Holliman,  All This and Heaven Too (1940), starring Bette Davis, Charles Boyer, Barbara O'Neil, Virginia Weidler, Jeffry Lynn, Harry Davenport, & June Lockhart; Diamond Jim (1935), starring Edward Arnold, Jean Arthur, Binnie Barnes, Ceasar Romero, William Demarest, and Eric Blore;  The Talk of the Town (1942), starring Jean Arthur, Cary Grant, Ronald Colman, Edgar Buchanan, Glenda Farrell, Emma Dunn, Rex Ingram, & Charles Dingle; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Project Audion 66 - The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes Project Audion brings you "The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes," recreating an episode which has remained unheard for eighty years. There's no more famous detective, real or imagined, than Holmes. His creator, Arthur Conan Doyle, pretty much defined the mystery-detective story, and 138 years later Holmes and Watson are still part of popular culture. In 1945, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce portrayed them weekly on the Mutual Radio network. Our selected script (which aired only once, on January 15, 1945) "The Curse of Doctor Anselmo," carries its own mystery - the secret identity of the man who co-wrote it pseudonymously. Will you discover whodunnit? Will Holmes fall under Anselmo's curse? Will the Petri family take the time to bring you good wine? All will be revealed in this delightful half hour audio drama, faithful to the original series' sound and spirit.

April 1, 1951 - Leaving New York to do his TV show, Jack takes Babe Livingstone to the train station. References include The Kefauver Committee, Dick Tracy, the song "The Tennessee Waltz", the radio show Suspense, and Claudette Colbert, Basil Rathbone and Robert Motgomery who would be on his TV show.

In honor of April Fool's Day, our radio detectives this week have to contend with some practical jokes and jokers that are anything but funny. Dr. Watson is enlisted to pull a prank on Sherlock Holmes in "The April Fool's Day Adventure," starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce (originally aired on Mutual on April 1, 1946). Dan Holiday tries to find a deranged jokester before his antics turn deadly in "Death is No Joke" from Box 13. A fake will reading turns into a real crime scene as Philip Marlowe hunts for a killer in "The Last Laugh" (originally aired on CBS on April 2, 1949), and Detective Danny Clover has to find out who killed a celebrated prankster in "Laugh-a-Minute Tyler" from Broadway is My Beat (originally aired on March 14, 1953).

A serial killer stalks women in his town to fulfill a childhood promise to kill them! Hear the story in “Promise to Kill” from CBS Radio Mystery Theater!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Promise to Kill” (December 03, 1975) ***WD00:47:30.539 = Theater Five, “Understudy” (September 17, 1964) ***WD01:07:02.069 = CBC Theater 1030, “Two Little Punctures' (1968-1971) ***WD01:34:13.369 = 2000 Plus, “Temple of Pharaohs” (December 26, 1951) (LQ)02:03:48.909 = The Unexpected, “Voodoo Night” (1958)02:16:14.759 = Unit 99, “Accident at 29th and J” (January 10, 1958)02:41:43.489 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Mystery of the Zombie” (1936) ***WD02:56:26.559 = The Weird Circle, “Strange Judgment” (March 19, 1944)03:24:04.929 = The Whistler, “The Man Who Waited” (May 15, 1943)03:53:42.969 = The Witch's Tale, “Haunted Crossroads” (October 17, 1932) ***WD04:17:28.829 = Basil Rathbone's Word Detective, “To Get One's Goat” (1959)04:20:33.769 = X Minus One, “Marionettes, Inc.” (December 21, 1955)04:49:41.239 = Strange Adventure, “O'Connor Gets Ahead” (1945)04:53:01.130 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0365

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Lamps of the Devil” (November 20, 1975) ***WD00:46:45.369 = Witch's tale, “Firing Squad” (August 31, 1931) (LQ)01:13:08.749 = Basil Rathbone's Word Detective, “The Saxophone” (ADU)01:16:17.785 = X Minus One, “To The Future” (December 14, 1955)01:44:59.279 = Strange Adventure, “Ten Dollar Hero” (1945)01:48:29.371 = Appointment With Fear, “Pit And The Pendulum” (September 18, 1943) ***WD02:15:49.089 = BBC Ghost Story, “The House on the Hill” (2013)02:30:07.059 = Beyond The Green Door, “Richard Hearn, Hunter” (1966)02:34:26.199 = The Black Book, “My Favorite Corpse” (February 24, 1952) ***WD02:49:03.359 = Box 13, “Hare and Hounds” (February 27, 1949)03:15:46.479 = Incredible But True, “The Burglar of Blackpool” (1950-1951)03:19:36.659 = Chet Chetter's Tales From The Morgue, “Biloxi and the Bogus Beavers…” (1990-1992)03:47:37.019 = The Clock, “Star Crossed Lovers” (April 13, 1947) ***WD04:11:05.309 = Confession, Esther Phillips” (August 02, 1953)04:40:42.629 = Sounds of Darkness, “Beefsteak Texas Style” (December 30, 1969)05:08:45.639 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0358

Place your bets with these old time radio mysteries involving gamblers and the (sometimes) crooked games they play. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find murder among the roulette tables of a French casino in "The Case of the Double Zero," starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce (originally aired on Mutual on November 19, 1945). Philip Marlowe tries to find a friend's stolen IOU but stumbles across a corpse during the search in "The Promise to Pay" (originally aired on CBS on May 14, 1949), and Nero Wolfe is hired to find out who dealt a deadly hand during a poker game in "The Case of the Killer Cards" (originally aired on NBC on January 12, 1951). Finally, Sgt. Joe Friday hunts for the man who's impersonating a cop to extort money from gamblers in "The Big Shakedown" from Dragnet (originally aired on NBC on May 22, 1952).

Steenie Steenson, a Scottish bagpiper, after the death of his landlord, Sir Robert Redgauntlet, finds himself accused of not paying his rent. To clear his name, Steenson embarks on a journey that leads him to a ghostly encounter with the deceased Sir Robert. Hear the tale in ‘The Weird Circle' from 1944!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “Million Dollar Murder” (October 21, 1975)00:47:19.969 = The Unexpected, “Two of a Kind” (1948)00:59:35.449 = Unit 99, “Attempted Suicide at the Drive-In” (December 13, 1957)01:25:10.569 = Dark Venture, “Elizabeth Is Frightened” (July 22, 1947)01:55:17.119 = The Weird Circle, “Feast of Red Gauntlet” (February 27, 1944)02:22:54.689 = The Whistler, “Penalty” (March 28, 1943) ***WD (LQ)02:52:25.469 = Strange Wills, “Death Is My Destiny” (November 23, 1946)03:22:25.649 = The Witch's Tale, “Devil Doctor” (January 08, 1934) ***WD (LQ)03:47:30.759 = Basil Rathbone's Word Detective, “Nemesis” (November 30, 1959)03:50:38.049 = X Minus One, “The Vital Factor” (November 30, 1955)04:19:46.009 = ABC Mystery Time, “The Tale” (1956-1957) ***WD (LQ)04:45:17.929 = Strange Adventure, “Cow Town Marshall” (1945) ***WD04:48:34.370 = Show Outro(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0341

The first astronauts on the Moon encounter invisible aliens! *** Hear the tale in “Theater Five's” episode from September 10, 1964!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Man Who Ran Away” (October 02, 1975) ***WD00:47:45.309 = Theater Five, “First Encounter” (September 10, 1964) ***WD01:08:25.089 = 2000 Plus, “Giant Walks” (November 08, 1950) ***WD01:37:53.639 = The Unexpected, “Masterpiece” (1940s)01:51:24.739 = Unit 99, “Woman Screaming” (December 06, 1957) ***WD02:17:00.429 = Dark Venture, “Coverup” (February 24, 1947)02:48:01.859 = The Weird Circle, “Frankenstein” (February 20, 1944)03:14:21.189 = The Whistler, “Fool's Gold” (February 21, 1943)03:45:13.129 = Strange Wills, “Dance Director” (November 16, 1946)04:15:30.369 = Witch's Tale, “Boa Goddess” (May 21, 1931) ***WD (LQ)04:41:18.409 = Basil Rathbone's Word Detective, “Namby-Pamby” (November 30, 1959)04:44:27.872 = X Minus One, “Zero Hour” (November 23, 1955)04:58:35.222 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0333Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV

All the world's a stage, but as our radio detectives discover this week the theatre offers no respite from mysteries to solve. Each of our stories involves the theatre, with crimes taking place onstage, backstage, and sometimes in the aisles. First, as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce investigate when an actor takes his role as a murderer a bit too seriously in “The Case of Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber” (originally aired on Mutual on January 28, 1946). Super sleuth Philo Vance is called in when an actress is threatened and her understudy is killed in the syndicated mystery “The Backstage Murder Case.” The Saint tries to prevent a play's climactic murder scene from being played for real. Vincent Price stars in “Simon Takes a Curtain Call” (originally aired on NBC on January 14, 1951). Frank Sinatra has to solve a drama critic's murder - a crime that was committed during intermission of a new play - in “Murder on the Aisle” from Rocky Fortune (originally aired on NBC on November 24, 1953). Finally, Bob Bailey stars as Johnny Dollar in “The Heatherstone Players Matter” (AFRS rebroadcast from July 14, 1957), where a hated ham actor meets his maker and Johnny has to find out whodunnit.

It's the American Revolutionary War, and General George Washington's troops prepare for the Battle of Trenton. The soldiers are unnerved by the nightly appearance of a headless horseman, dressed in a Hessian uniform. Hear the tale in this Old Time Radio marathon's episode of CBS Radio Mystery Theater and the episode, “The Headless Hessian” from September 23, 1975!Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Headless Hessian” (September 23, 1975) ***WD00:46:46.249 = 2000 Plus, “Green Thing” (September 27, 1950) ***WD01:17:41.889 = The Unexpected, “Silver Fox” (September 19, 1948)01:32:57.959 = Unit 99, “Ambulance Follow-Up” (November 29, 1957) (LQ)01:58:39.669 = Dark Venture, “Hideout” (January 07, 1947) ***WD (LQ)02:22:52.039 = The Weird Circle, “Heart of Ethan Brand” (February 12, 1944)02:51:08.609 = The Whistler, “Legacy of Death” (February 14, 1943)03:21:09.769 = Strange Wills, “Crosswinds” (November 09, 1946)03:51:44.149 = Witch's Tale, “Altar of Hate” (November 08, 1933) ***WD04:18:43.129 = Basil Rathbone's Word Detective, “Chinaman's Chance” (November 30, 1959)04:21:48.143 = X Minus One, “The Outer Limit” (November 16, 1955)04:50:23.909 = ABC Mystery Time, “Success Story” (1957) ***WD05:14:24.123 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0325

A washed-up ventriloquist discovers the perfect dummy to revitalize his act, but the doll's maker plans to possess his soul in exchange! Hear the tale in CBS Radio Mystery Theater – part of this 5-hour Old Time Radio marathon!Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Voice of Death” (September 11, 1975) ***WD00:46:45.189 = Strange Wills, “Singapore Liz” (November 02, 1946)01:17:22.239 = Witch's Tale, “Physician To The Dead” (November 08, 1934) ***WD01:47:04.069 = Basil Rathbone's Word Detective, “Stoic” (November 06. 1059) ***WD01:50:59.349 = X Minus One, “The Dwellers In Silence” (November 10, 1955)02:15:57.579 = ABC Mystery Time, “Picture of Dorian Gray” (1957) ***WD (LQ)02:40:30.829 = Strange Adventure, “The Mail Breakthrough” (1945) ***WD02:44:22.899 = Adventures of the Abbotts, “Canary-Blonde Heiress” (May 15, 1955) ***WD03:15:08.649 = The Avenger, “The Diploma of Death” (November 16, 1945) ***WD03:44:32.169 = BBC Ghost Story, “All Hallows” (May 12, 2020)04:14:11.369 = Beyond The Green Door, “George Davis' Freak Show” (1966)04:18:45.089 = Box 13, “Three to Die” (January 23, 1949)04:46:14.399 = Incredible But True, “Cross of Blood” (1950-1951)04:50:46.299 = Chet Chetter's Tales From the Morgue, “Elmer Meets Death” (1990-1992) ***WD05:19:28.811 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0318

Archaeologists discover an obsidian sacrificial knife that may have been used to sacrifice a victim to an Aztec god! Hear this story in “The Witch's Tale” along with 11 more Old Time Radio programs!Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Eavesdropper” (August 27, 1975) ***WD00:48:33.949 = Unit 99, “Possible Market Burglary” (November 15, 1957) ***WD01:14:32.659 = Unsolved Mysteries, “Rue Morgue Mystery” (June 17, 1942) ***WD01:30:03.249 = Dark Venture, “The Man in 206” (December 02, 1946) ***WD02:00:21.319 = The Weird Circle, “The Tell-Tale Heart” (November 12, 1944)02:29:03.189 = The Whistler, “Confession” (January 31, 1943) ***WD02:59:41.509 = Strange Wills, “Penthouse Orphan” (October 26, 1946)03:29:55.489 = Witch's Tale, “The Knife of Sacrifice” (August 27, 1935) ***WD03:55:06.929 = Basil Rathbone's Word Detective, “Melba Toast” (November 05, 1959)03:58:13.059 = X Minus One, “Hello, Tomorrow” (November 03, 1955)04:21:52.309 = ABC Mystery Time, “No One Will Ever Know” (1956) ***WD04:46:06.139 = Strange Adventure, “Attack At Dawn” (1945)04:49:20.224 = Show Close (ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0309