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Old Time Radio Mystery Specials

Old Time Radio Mystery Specials

By: Adam Graham
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Enjoy a series of unusual episodes of the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio including old time radio mystery movie adaptations from the Lux Radio Theater, Screen Guild Theater, and similar programs. As well as episodes Escape, Suspense, and Murder Clinic, along with some truly different programs including Roy Rogers, Mayor of the Town, Superman, and Cavalcade of America. Also comparisons of how two detective programs handle the same story.Commentary Copyright 2009-Present Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
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  • Lux Radio Theater: The Fallen Sparrow

    Lux Radio Theater: The Fallen Sparrow
    Jun 21 2026
    Today's Mystery: After returning to New York following years of imprisonment during the Spanish Civil War, John McKittrick learns that a close friend has died under suspicious circumstances. As he investigates, he finds himself caught in a dangerous web of espionage, murder, and betrayal connected to secrets from his wartime past.

    Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 14, 1944

    Originating from Hollywood

    Starred: Robert Young as John McKittrick, Maureen O'Hara as Elma Don, and Walter Slezak as Dr. Scoss.Also featuring Charles Seal, Charlotte Treadway, Ed Emerson, George Sorel, Griff Barnett, Howard McNear, Jay Novello, John McIntire, Norman Field, and Rene Gussaire.

    Produced by Cecil B. DeMille.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • X Minus One: Protective Mimicry

    X Minus One: Protective Mimicry
    May 29 2026
    Release Date: March 24, 2013

    In the 25th Century, a Treasury Agent seeks to find the truth behind the re-appearance of counterfeit currency.

    Original Air Date: October 3, 1956

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    33 mins
  • Murder Clinic: The Holloway Flat Tragedy

    Murder Clinic: The Holloway Flat Tragedy
    May 22 2026
    Release Date: January 27, 2013

    Max Carrados doesn’t buy an obvious explanation that a man was murdered by the boyfriend of his lover.

    Original Air Date: August 18, 1942

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    35 mins
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