| Air Date |
Title |
Synopsis |
| 1947-03-07 |
Death In Bayous |
A new married couple decides to spend their honeymoon on the estate of the woman's former suitor. The suitor was a Southern gentleman who seemed nice enough - but he actually has a terrifying scheme that would make the couple regret everything. How far would a jealous man go to avenge his rejected heart? Find out in this episode of a romance gone sour. |
|
| 1947-04-03 |
Judge's House |
Bram Stoker, author of the legendary "Dracula", supplies the story for this tale of a hermit mathematician who rents a house, ignoring the warnings of haunting and spooky events happening inside. Could it all just be rumors designed to scare off anyone who comes near it, or could there be a truth lying behind all the stories? As the mathematician spends more and more days alone inside the house, he begins to notice little things - sounds, weird occurrences…is he really all alone in there? Find out in this chilling story of ghosts, spirits and things that go bump in the dark… |
|
| 1947-04-10 |
Man Size In Marble |
A couple relocates to the Scottish Highlands, seeking tranquility and a simpler life. Or so they thought. In what they mistakenly expect to be a peaceful hiatus away from the rest of the world, they are suddenly thrust into the middle of an old war stretched into centuries. Two medieval statues, both of them knights, have purposely exacted an altogether darker fate that will catch this couple in the middle. Will they be able to escape this trouble? Or would the peace they are looking for be immediately attained in the after life? |
|
| 1947-04-24 |
Markheim |
Bravado and largesse causes an impetuous young man to lose his grip on sanity and cross the line into murder as he struggles to impress his bored fiancé in this story by Robert Louis Stevenson. What started out as an innocent dealing of rare items spiraled towards a web of conspiracy that's too complicated to escape, and too horrifying to fight off. Tune in as we spin another story of doubt, mystery and madness. |
|
| 1947-05-01 |
Mark Of Shame |
Two cousins are torn apart by their pursuit of the same woman. This comes to a head as they duel to the death over her. However, for the loser, death is not enough to stop him wreaking his terrible revenge. How far would one fight for love? How far would one go for revenge? Find out in this tale of passion and vengeance, where one man fights to keep his love alive, and the other vows his vengeance from beyond the grave. |
|
| 1950-03-11 |
He Who Follows Me |
A couple accidentally blunders into an open mausoleum, completely unaware of the terrifying consequences of disturbing the corpse in there. The longer they stay there, the more dangerous it becomes for these two innocent people. Will they realize their mistake in time, or would it be too late? What evil lies before them? |
|
| 1952-08-22 |
Castle Of Lavoca |
The home of Vlad the Impaler and fictional birthplace of Dracula, has Romania spawned even more evil to unleash on the world? From out of a dark history, a Romanian castle is home to a deadly secret: ghosts of the past and a dark future looming ahead combine forces to make up this chilling tale. |
|
| 1952-09-05 |
Shadow People |
Distraught at the death of her beloved father, a young woman turns to a self avowed authority on the unknown and paranormal to protect her from the dark forces she believes murdered him. But if death really does lurk in every shadow, how can she defeat it and defend herself? Leave the lights on as you listen to this dark and frightening tale of a daughter's love and the eternal fight of good versus evil. |
|
| 1953-01-05 |
Hangman's Rope |
In the 1700s Jack Ketch was the faithful servant of the English Monarchy, acting as their executioner. Two brothers, unknown to him, are suddenly plague with visions of Jack and a horrible fate. What terrible message was Jack trying to relay to two brothers, and whose life was involved in the visions? And will the warning come in time or will fate intervene and deal its merciless hand? |
|
| 1953-01-26 |
Black Figurine Of Death |
Mutual net, WGN, Chicago origination. "The Black Figurine Of Death". Sustaining. Uncle Amos and his little statuette have fun from beyond the grave. One of the announcements has possibly been deleted. . |
|
| 1953-03-09 |
Masks Of Ashor |
Two golden masks, carrying a dreadful curse, are given by a well-meaning relative to a young couple. Unfortunately the rightful owner, Ashor, unleashes his fearsome servants to get them back. Will this innocent couple meet with their terrifying fate against the Spirit of Death? How far will Ashor go to get back what belongs to him? |
|
| 1953-03-23 |
Night Fog Came |
An aquatic, microscopic organism that causes certain death to all who touch it is discovered by two scientists growing in marshland around Lake Superior. Unfortunately it can be carried by fog, and the weather forecast isn't good. Unless they can find a way to neutralize it, the surrounding area is doomed. Fasten your seatbelts as this thriller takes you to deeper perils. |
|
| 1953-03-30 |
Beast With Red Eyes |
Robert Jennings is a very curious man. He likes to read ancient mystic books, until he came upon this certain work that changed his personality overnight. Frantic and confused over the eerie transformation of himself, he tries to go back to what he's read to find out a possible solution - only to find the book missing. He tries to ask for the help of a doctor, who witnesses firsthand what he could only explain as a supernatural phenomenon: Robert Jennings seems to be battling with a beast - but could this be just fragments of their imagination? |
|
| 1953-04-06 |
Return From Death |
Mutual net, WGN, Chicago origination. "The Return From Death". Commercials deleted. A scientist solves the old problem of bringing the dead back to life...but uses an executed murderer as his first subject. Richard Thorne (author), Jim Ameche. |
|
| 1953-04-13 |
Demon Of Night |
A mysterious man buys an abandoned old mansion in the outskirts of a small town, and decides to make it his home. This stranger, a new face among the people there, kept to himself and was clearly a recluse - nobody paid him much attention, until one day, a woman was found dead, torn gruesomely apart. Those who live in the town became worried and suspicious. But how can they say that this brooding stranger was the killer, when all evidences point to a wolf? Unless the man is really something else… |
|
| 1953-04-20 |
Out Of Sky |
The defenses of Earth are sorely tested when an alien scout lands on a reconnaissance mission. Can the Earth's defenders convince his race not to attack or invade? |
|
| 1953-04-27 |
Wild Huntsman |
The Huntsman, a spectral figure who is reputed to protect his woods, comes into conflict with a hunting party who has hired a local guide for a hunting expedition. Will he let them leave unscathed or will there be a terrible price to pay for their trespass? |
|
| 1953-05-04 |
Idol Of Cromm Cruac |
Mutual net, WGN, Chicago origination, AFRTS rebroadcast. "The Idol Of Cromm Cruac". A hidden valley has been discovered, still inhabited by Druids who still appreciate a good human sacrifice! |
|
| 1953-05-11 |
Specter Of Denston Castle |
Upon inheriting an ancient castle in England, an American couple move into their new home. There is a problem, however. The previous occupants haven't fully vacated. And they're not in the realm of the living… |
|
| 1953-05-18 |
Crawling Thing |
Emery Bolton is an ambitious scientist tasked to inject a serum into a tarantula that makes it increase alarmingly in size. At first it seemed an interesting project enough, until the tarantula gets too large for comfort. Will Emery be able to undo his actions on time, or will he act too little, too late? Find out in this frightening story of a scientist playing God, and the repercussions of such act. |
|
| 1953-05-25 |
Twisting Weeds Of Death |
A traumatized teenager tells his local sheriff that he has just witnessed the brutal murder of a beautiful young woman at a local seashore house. However, no such crime appears to have been committed, the sheriff says, confusing the young teen. As they puzzle about this event, it suddenly dawns on the sheriff about a similar crime two decades before. Could it be the same thing that the young adult saw? If so, why is the ghost disturbing them now? |
|
| 1953-06-08 |
Hand Of Botar |
Simeon Botar is a very remarkable man. All of his friends are proud of him, and believe that he will come a long way to be one of the most successful people in the world. It was in his destiny to leave a mark upon the world, where people would say his name in awe. There is, however, one flaw to Simeon Botar, a flaw so macabre and strange, it adds to his reputation. Simeon Botar has an alien hand - it seems to have a life of its own, and does whatever it wants to do, and often times get Simeon into trouble. Will this hand be Simeon's downfall? |
|
| 1953-06-15 |
Jewels Of Kali |
Predating Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, archaeologists desecrate a sacred statue of Kali, the Indian Goddess, and take the jewels they stole back to the USA. However, as soon as they get back, they are mysteriously and gruesomely killed one by one…could it be fate coming back to haunt them for everything that they have done? Or could it be something that they brought back with them? Find out in this chilling tale of consequence and revenge. |
|
| 1953-06-22 |
Marquis Of Death |
Two brothers move from their native America to France. However, it isn't long before they are embroiled with the locals and their battle against a local noblewoman. However, it isn't quite that straightforward - the noblewoman is dead and has been resurrected…as a vampire. Follow this dark and brooding tale of the eternal battle of humans versus vampires. |
|
| 1953-07-06 |
Man In Black |
Two friends, walking across a park at night, come across a woman frantically searching for the Man in Black. Moments later she is killed, and brings the story spiraling further towards more disturbing events. Soon, the two friends' own search for the Man in Black takes them on a terrifying journey that they can't seem to end. Who is this mysterious man, and what is his connection with everything that has happened? Hang on to your seats as the plot thickens… |
|
| 1953-07-20 |
Treasure Of Kublai Khan |
A Persian treasure hunter entices an American couple into helping him find the legendary treasure of Kublai Khan. However, the very same legend proclaims that the treasure is protected by a bloodthirsty Mongol warlord…how far would the treasure hunter go to get what he wants? How strong are they to survive in the Iranian wilderness, where their demons to fight not only involve their own personal greed, but the legend of the Mongol general as well? |
|
| 1953-07-27 |
Automaton |
Mutual net, WGN, Chicago origination (possibly syndicated). "The Automaton". Commercials deleted. A good story of robotics. The first mechanical man has the idea that he's the master, and that mankind is meant to be killed. Note the prophetic last line of dialogue! Richard Thorne (writer). |
|
| 1953-08-10 |
Man Form Second Earth |
Giddy with excitement at first contact with an Alien Planet, an over eager scientist gives away Earth's position. With a mixture of excitement and fear, everyone begins to suspect and anticipate a visit any day now. Soon, an Alien Envoy arrives…but what are his intentions? As a surprising chill and hint of doom settles over the earth due to this arrival, one can't help but think - is this the end? Find out more in this tale of discovery and adventure. |
|
| 1953-08-17 |
Stone's Revenge |
Looking for a quiet fishing holiday, a group of friends rent an isolated cabin in the woods. However, the cabin houses a deadly curse: the ghost of Josh Stone has vowed to kill whoever stays there. If that wasn't problem enough, a local sanitarium is missing some of its inmates and a deadly storm is brewing… |
|
| 1953-10-05 |
Dance Of Devil Dolls |
An underappreciated and genuinely scary radio-play, this is the terrifying tale of a fishing trip gone awry for two men who encounter a man frantically hunting for a dancing doll. Later, upon settling down for the night, they are awakened by a screeching voice who unleashes macabre evils on the man and our protagonists. What kind of horrifying fate awaits them? Find out in this story of terror and macabre, as our characters dance helplessly to the finish. |
|
| 1953-10-12 |
Sea Phantom |
An artist and writer is on a working retreat in a small house in a particular inaccessible part of the coast. Soon, they find themselves relentlessly subjected to terrible, unearthly sounds and pleas for aid from a phantom vessel in the bay. Will they be brave enough to answer the call? And if they did, will it be something that they would regret for the rest of their lives? |
|
| 1953-11-02 |
Temple Of Huizilipochle |
Surveying for Uranium deposits in an isolated outcrop of Brazil, two geologists stumble across a forgotten tribe of Aztecs in the jungle. However, the Aztecs practiced human sacrifice - and they geologists are just in time for their next meal. It looks like the geologists may not get to relay their incredible find to the world at large after all… |
|
| 1953-11-09 |
Telltale Heart |
An adaption of the horror classic from Edgar Allen Poe: slowly driven to madness by an omnipresent spying vulture eye, a man suddenly murders the bird's owner due to paranoia and darker terror living inside him. He casts away the eye and thought he can finally begin to live with himself. However, the murdered man's heartbeat can be heard emanating from beneath the floorboards, crying out for justice and revenge. Will this further drive the man to the brink of his insanity, or can he still fight it? Listen in on this rigorous tale of the powers of the mind, and what it can make us do if we are not strong enough to control it… |
|
| 1953-11-30 |
Diamonds Of Death |
A group of thieves violate a sacred shrine in darkest Africa, making off with the holy diamonds it houses into the jungle. Will they learn to heed the tales of a terrible curse on the diamonds, or is it all just actions of a deadly cult? |
|
| 1954-01-04 |
Cask Of Amontillado |
The Cask of Amontillado is a story by Edgar Allan Poe. This episode is adapted for radio by Richard Thorn.
Montresor narrates of his grudge against Fortunato, whose love for wine often puts his mouth and conduct in danger. This time, Montresor couldn't contain his patience any longer, and decides to deal with Fortunato's foul offense in the most awful way possible. He entices Fortunato with a chance to taste Amontillado, a rare cask of wine, and with this, lured the drunken man through a series of chambers. As they walk on, the chambers get deeper and deeper, and a sense of foreboding hangs in the air. Will Fortunato be able to sense his fate amidst the fog of his drunkenness, or will Montresor succeed with his evil plans?
|
|
