2000 Plus (also called Two Thousand Plus and 2000+) was an American old-time radio series which ran from March 15, 1950 to January 2, 1952 in various 30-minute time slots. It was the first adult science fiction series on radio, airing one month prior to the better known Dimension X. During the 1950s, science fiction became a popular genre, and stories exploring future technologies, space expeditions and alien invasions were wellreceived by the audience.
Compared with other radio shows, 2000 Plus was an anthology program, and it used new and original material from Sherman H. Dryer, who scripted and produced the series with Robert Weenolsen. Aside from offering an exciting plot, Dryer and Weenolsen also carried out a consciousness in their stories – of the prevalent generation’s contemporary anxieties about the changing world, and the effects and dangers of technology to humankind. Cast members included Lon Clark, Joseph Julian, Henry Norell, Bill Keene, Bryna Raeburn and Amzie Strickland. Emerson Buckley conducted the music composed by Elliott Jacoby. Ken Marvin was the program's announcer, and the sound effects were by Adrian Penner.
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Please enjoy these old time radio shows:
| Air Date |
Title |
Synopsis |
| 1950-03-29 |
Men From Mars |
It is 2040, and the year is filled with possibilities. One of those is the promising expedition to Mars, which has been a dream of many people for a long time. When reports of a possible existing life on Mars was made public, and that a space journey towards the fourth planet now looks possible, two young boys who heard it can’t help but feel excited. Mickey, in particular, can’t wait to go to Mars, and even imagines being the first person to land there. Fueled by this daring idea, Mickey persuades his friend to help him build a ship that would fly them to the red planet. Armed with a news clipping that advertises a second-hand rocket for sale and the recklessness and sense of adventure of youth, follow Mickey and his friend as they try to realize this once-in-a-lifetime voyage to space. |
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| 1950-04-26 |
When The Machines Went Mad |
Sometime in the future, robots have taken over the city. Bob Thomas, one of the people
participating in the revolution against machines, resents the fact that the city has been
transformed into a complete machine civilization, lead by the Master Controller. Robots,
or the “Electronic Men,” are ordered to patrol the city and search for the remaining
human inhabitants. Listen to this episode full of fear and suspense, as Donald Stapleton
weaves his story of the human spirit fighting to win over technology gone wild. |
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| 1950-11-05 |
Giant Walks |
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| 1950-11-12 |
Alone |
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