Episode 271 - Henry Morgan

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Episode 271 - Henry Morgan

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Jan 6, 2022

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In his only appearance on Suspense, sharp-tongued satirist Henry Morgan showed off his dramatic chops. He plays a man who suspects a neighbor is a murderer in "Dream Song" (originally aired on CBS on November 6, 1947). Then we'll hear his trademark comedy in The Henry Morgan Show (originally aired on ABC on February 19, 1947).

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Jan 6, 2022

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Presenting the biggest legends of Hollywood starring in "Suspense," radio's outstanding theater of thrills! Each week, we'll hear two chillers from this old time radio classic featuring one of the all-time great stars of stage and screen.

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Episode 1 - Orson Welles: We launch our show with the one and only Orson Welles. The legendary actor, writer, and director made nine appearances on Suspense, beginning with “The Hitch-Hiker.” We’ll hear that tale of terror on the highway (originally aired on CBS on... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 22 - Vincent Price (Part 2): Vincent Price returns to “Stars On Suspense” for two more installments from “radio’s outstanding theater of thrills.” The big screen master of horror lends his voice to these chilling mysteries that deliver surprising twists before the final... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 6 - Cary Grant: Cary Grant once said "If I ever do any more radio work, I want to do it on Suspense." The legendary leading man made five appearances on "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," and he always gave a wonderful performance. We'll hear him first as... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 3 - Agnes Moorehead: Hailed as “the first lady of Suspense,” Agnes Moorehead appeared on radio’s outstanding theater of thrills more than any other star. She is most famous for her performance in “Sorry, Wrong Number,” but this Emmy and Golden Globe-winning... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 7 - Lucille Ball: Before I Love Lucy, Lucille Ball delighted audiences on radio in comedies and dramas, including six appearances on Suspense. The red-headed comedienne took a break from her radio sitcom My Favorite Husband to visit “radio’s... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 8 - Gregory Peck: Before he was Atticus Finch, Oscar-winner Gregory Peck made five trips to Suspense. On “radio’s outstanding theater of thrills,” Peck was frequently cast as an everyman in over his head in dangerous situations, trying to keep his cool as... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 16 - Rosalind Russell: In her appearances on Suspense, Rosalind Russell traded the fast-paced banter of His Girl Friday for tense psychological drama. The five-time Golden Globe winner was a talented comedienne, but she was no slouch in the drama... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 28 - Bette Davis: Bette Davis made only one appearance on Suspense, but it was a doozy. The two-time Oscar winner and ten-time nominee stands as one of the biggest legends of old Hollywood with a career and tumultuous personal life that continues to fascinate fans... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 23 - Anne Baxter: Academy Award-winning actress Anne Baxter was a mainstay on stage and the big and small screens over her long career- from her first films at age 17 to her Oscar win for The Razor's Edge and her nomination for the title role in All About... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 32 - Claire Trevor: Known as "the queen of film noir," Claire Trevor was amazing on screen as tough dames and gun molls (including Murder, My Sweet and her Oscar-winning turn in Key Largo). But the actress could play more than noir as she demonstrated over long... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 27 - Jack Benny (Part 2): Jack Benny sets down his violin and climbs out of his Maxwell for his final appearances on Suspense. Radio’s most popular comedian returns to “radio’s outstanding theater of thrills” as a Martian on a mission in “Plan X” (originally aired... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 10 - Orson Welles (Part 2): The man himself – Orson Welles – is back at the microphone in two “tales well calculated to keep you in Suspense.” First, he’s the dastardly General Zaroff, the master hunter who has his eye set on “The Most Dangerous Game” (originally... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 11 - Jimmy Stewart: Tall, lanky, and with that unmistakable drawl, Jimmy Stewart made memorable impressions in classic films from It’s a Wonderful Life to Mr. Smith Goes to Washington to Vertigo. Stewart was a polished radio performer, whether he was... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 26 - Ozzie and Harriet: Ozzie Nelson and Harriet Hilliard were the stars of their own long-running radio and television sitcoms, but before they took their adventures to TV they made a pair of memorable appearances on Suspense. Playing effectively against type, the Nelsons... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 17 - Richard Widmark: Before he was an Academy Award nominated actor, Richard Widmark was a busy radio performer. Even after his big screen career took off, he remained active in radio and he made over a dozen appearances on Suspense. With his intense... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 5 - Jack Benny: Radio’s stingiest would-be violin virtuoso Jack Benny traded puns for peril when he visited Suspense. Benny was the star of one of radio’s most popular comedies, but he proved himself quite adept in the dramatic world when he guested on radio’s... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 14 - Peter Lorre (Part 2): Peter Lorre returns in two more “tales well calculated to keep you in Suspense.” First, Lorre plays a down-on-his-luck boxing manager who concocts a murder scheme in “Of Maestro and Man” (originally aired on CBS on July 20, 1944). Then, just... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 20 - Husbands and Wives: “Stars On Suspense” celebrates Valentine’s Day with two radio thrillers starring real-life spouses. First, we’ll hear Jim and Marian Jordan – better known to radio fans as “Fibber McGee and Molly.” The two are miles away from 79 Wistful... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 2 - Peter Lorre: An actor who could play both mysterious heroes and dastardly villains, Peter Lorre was able to employ the full range of his talents when he appeared on Suspense. We’ll hear the star of The Maltese Falcon and Casablanca as a jealous husband with... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 4 - Vincent Price: Before he was a big screen horror icon, Vincent Price was a busy actor in Hollywood – both on screen and on the air. In his 13 appearances on “radio’s outstanding theater of thrills,” Price played both heroes and crazed villains, and he... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 18 - Agnes Moorehead (Part 2): The “first lady of Suspense” returns as Agnes Moorehead stars in two more well-calculated tales. First, we’ll hear her in a production of the most famous play Suspense produced – and one of radio’s all-time best dramas –... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 21 - Mickey Rooney: Though his performances could be overshadowed by his turbulent personal life, Mickey Rooney was one of Hollywood’s most celebrated and enduring performers with a career that spanned nine decades. He had matured past boyish roles when he made his... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 24 - Danny Kaye: In two appearances on Suspense, Danny Kaye traded singing, dancing, and his trademark silliness for thrills and chills. The star of White Christmas and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty plays very effectively against type as a man... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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Episode 30 - Comedians and Cut-ups: Two comedy legends trade jokes and laughs for thrills and chills when they visit “radio’s outstanding theater of thrills.” First, Bob Hope plays a man who has an appointment with a murderer in “Death Has a Shadow” (originally aired on CBS on... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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