Fred Allen's script writer Herman Wouk later wrote the bestsellers The Caine Mutniy and The Winds of War.
Broadcast History: 22 July 1940 to 30 September 1962
Suspense presented plays dealing with life and death situations, but themes were generally realistic, with occasional science-fiction exceptions. At its peak, Suspense was one of radio’s best. Film stars loved it. For the first few years the shows were introduced by “The Man in Black” originally played by Joseph Kearns. Its opening was one of radio’s best-remembered classics; “the hushed voice and the prowling step … the stir of nerves at the ticking of the clock … the rescue that might be too late, or the murderer who might get away … we invite you to enjoy stories that keep you in … Suspense…”
Life Of Riley 470920 Junior Wants To Runaway
Gunsmoke 57-12-15 (297) Ugly
Jungle Jim 48-01-10 637 The Grand Lama of Tsag
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Space Patrol 52-11-29 (009) The Electronic Burglar