Suspense - Radio's Outstanding Theater of Thrills

Unravel the Mystery with Suspense! - The Classic Radio Thriller Series

Step back in time to the golden age of radio with "Suspense!" - the iconic series that captivated audiences from 1942 to 1962 with its thrilling tales and unforgettable performances. Featuring over 900 broadcasts penned by renowned authors and directors, "Suspense!" brought the finest in thriller and mystery genres to the airwaves.

Broadcast on the CBS Radio Network, "Suspense!" showcased Hollywood's brightest stars, including Cary Grant, Humphrey Bogart, Orson Welles, and Marlene Dietrich. Under the masterful direction of William Spier, known as the "Hitchcock of the airwaves," the series delivered gripping human dramas that kept listeners on the edge of their seats.

From the eerie introductions by the "Man in Black" to the evocative scores by Bernard Hermann and Lucian Moraweck, "Suspense!" was a paragon of radio production excellence. The show's unique formula of minimal rehearsal and genuine unease created authentic and powerful performances, solidifying its place as a beloved classic.

Relive the spine-tingling excitement of "Suspense!" and experience the finest in old-time radio. Tune in to hear stories where protagonists face extraordinary challenges, only to find miraculous resolutions in the end. Join us and immerse yourself in the world of "Suspense!" - the ultimate radio thriller anthology.

Discover the legacy of "Suspense!" and its enduring impact on entertainment. Listen now and let the drama unfold!

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Episoder(69)

The Strange Death of Charles Umberstein: A Spy's Double Life

In this gripping episode of Suspense, Vincent Price delivers a masterful performance as Charles Umberstein, an undercover operative embedded within Nazi Germany. Posing as an architect in a munitions ...

3 Des 202431min

Thieves Fall Out: Crime's Deadly Chain

This high-stakes episode of Suspense stars Gene Kelly as Art Kramer, a cunning black market operator whose shady dealings spiral into a tangled web of greed and murder. When Art's financial troubles p...

2 Des 202430min

Cabin B-13: A Murderous Deception

This classic episode of Suspense delivers a masterfully woven tale of intrigue, betrayal, and murder on the high seas. Anne Brewster boards the luxurious ocean liner Moravania for a honeymoon voyage w...

1 Des 202431min

Statement of Employee Henry Wilson: A Mind Unraveled

This chilling episode of Suspense explores the unraveling psyche of Henry Wilson, a man consumed by hatred and ambition. When Henry’s resentment toward his supervisor, Charles Dodds, boils over, it le...

30 Nov 202431min

The After Dinner Story: Murder in the Boardroom

A quiet dinner party erupts into a deadly revelation in this chilling Suspense episode. Five men, including millionaire industrialist Ralph Chandler, sit down for what begins as a routine evening. As ...

25 Nov 202431min

Lazarus Walks: A Tale of Truth and Treachery

Dr. Robert Wensley Graham, a psychiatrist, faces an unparalleled case of the supernatural. Roger Holcomb, a man who “returned from the dead,” is plagued by an unexplainable compulsion: the ability to ...

21 Nov 202430min

Philomel Cottage: A Tale of Deception and Terror

This suspenseful episode of Suspense showcases Agatha Christie’s gripping short story brought to life by the talents of Geraldine Fitzgerald as Alex Martin and Orson Welles as her enigmatic husband, G...

20 Nov 202432min

The Lost Special: A Vanishing Train Mystery

In this suspenseful adaptation of a story by Arthur Conan Doyle, Orson Welles delivers a gripping performance as he narrates a tale involving a vanished train and an unsolved mystery. The story follow...

10 Nov 202431min