Suspense - Old Time Radio - The Kettler Method (Rodger De Koven, John Gibson, Gloria Stewart)
Oct 13, 2023 ·
29m 46s
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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...
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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:
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- "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.
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