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Drama X Theater

duane Old Time Radio
Hollywood
Gunsmoke
Cecil B. Demille
Christmas
Dodge City
Lux Radio Theater
Lux Radio Theatre
Matt Dillon
Barbara Stanwyck
Hollywood Star Playhouse
Love
A Star Is Born
Little Women
My Man Godfrey
A Farewell To Arms
Bromo Seltzer
Sweepstakes
Skippy
The Front Page
It's a Wonderful Life

Radio adaptations of classic Hollywood movies and original scripts written by some of Tinseltown's top writers. Features many of Hollywood's biggest and most famous actors of the time: Marlene Dietrich, Clark Gable, Betty Davis, Ida Lupino, Spencer Tracy, and many more. Programs include Lux Radio Theater, The Ford Theater, Academy Award Theater and more. New episodes published weekly. For FREE you... more

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Latest Episodes

Lux Radio Theatre || (090) The Barker (Claudette Colbert, Walter Huston) || July 20, 1936

It was standing room only on this Monday evening in July 1936 when these stars repeated what they and Norman Foster had spent ten months on Broadway doing, bef... more

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The Screen Guild Theater || (21) A Review With Nelson Eddy | (22) Variety (End Gulf Screen Guild Show) || May 28, 1939; June 4, 1939

01:10 ... A Review With Nelson Eddy

30:48 ... Variety

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The Ford Theater || (32) Front Page || May 9, 1948

Sponsored by: Ford, Mercury. The classic comedy about the rough and tumble Chicago newspaper game and the escaped murderer in the roll-top desk. Starring: Everett Sloane

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Lux Radio Theatre || (088) The Voice of Bugle Ann (Lionel Barrymore, Anne Shirley) || (089) The Brat (Marion Davies, Joel McCrea) || July 6, 1936; July 13, 1936

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Lux Radio Theatre | (087) Irene (Jeanette MacDonald, Regis Toomey) | June 29, 1936

Irene -- A shop girl from the upholstery department of a large department store is changed into Irene O'Dare, the famous Irish singer. D. W. Griffith is interviewed. more

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Skippy Hollywood Theatre || (48) Distortion | August 29, 1947

The series aired from December 1, 1949 to September 21, 1950.

#skippy #skippypeanutbutter

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Screen Directors Playhouse || The Best Years of Our Lives | The Sky's The Limit | April 17, 1949; April 24, 1949

01:12 .. The Best Years of Our Lives (Dana Andrews, Janet Waldo, Ken Christy) -- Among the fiction of the story there is a deep truth of... more

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Radio City Playhouse || (01) Long Distance | (02) Ground Floor Window | July 3, 1948; July 10, 1948

01:12 -- Long Distance -- Sustaining. The first show of the series. A story about the wife of a convicted murderer who tries to stay his execution by... more

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Recent Guests

Joel McCrea
Co-star in The Brat
Self
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre || The Voice of Bugle Ann (Lionel Barrymore) || The Brat (Marion Davies) || 1936
Marion Davies
Star of The Brat
Self / Davies Pictures
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre || The Voice of Bugle Ann (Lionel Barrymore) || The Brat (Marion Davies) || 1936
Jeanette MacDonald
Actress in title role Irene O'Dare
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre | Irene (Jeanette MacDonald) | 1936
Regis Toomey
Actor playing Donald Marshall
Actors
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre | Irene (Jeanette MacDonald) | 1936
Wardrobe Mistress Cora Lobb
Wardrobe lead describing costume and wardrobe care
Warner Brothers Studio
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre | Irene (Jeanette MacDonald) | 1936
Frank Sundstrom
Leading Swedish actor featured as the star of the episode
Allied Artists (courtesy)
Episode: Skippy Hollywood Theatre || Distortion | 1947
Walt Disney
The iconic founder of the Disney Company
Disney
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre || Snow White | 1938
Madame Hilda Grenier
Special guest with experience as Royal Dresser to Queen Mary of England.
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre || The Scarlet Pimpernel (Olivia De Havilland; Leslie Howard) | 1938
Rupert Hughes
Distinguished author and historian, known for his works on early American pirates
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre || The Buccaneer | 1938

Host

Dwayne Old Time Radio
Host of Drama X Theater; long‑running presence in the show's discussion of classic radio drama and Hollywood history

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • So much fun

    I love these old time radio plays. It’s refreshing to slow down and close my eyes and listen to a play read by actors from Hollywood’s golden age. Excellent podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lanikaigal12
    United States5 months ago
  • Fun

    So much fun listening to the golden age actors- the stories are amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imtifflish
    United Statesa year ago
  • All of’em.

    I listened to every one, sad its over, but wanted to take time out to thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    monique schulz
    United States2 years ago
  • a gift

    wonderful little plays. a joy. a triumph!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tn19177
    United States2 years ago
  • Love it!!

    Thank you so much, Duane!

    I love this podcast. It’s a blast from the past but it’s so lovely to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leahhh:D
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Commenters appreciate the show's celebration of Hollywood's era and the accessible, nostalgic storytelling.
Fans enjoy the behind‑the‑scenes anecdotes and production insights that feel like a curated archive.
Listeners praise the quality restoration of historic performances and the charisma of veteran guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#181
France/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#65
Saudi Arabia/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#171
Saudi Arabia/Fiction

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lux Radio Theatre || Snow White | 1938
Q: What is the secret to bringing fairy tales like Snow White to the screen?
Walt Disney explains that it is important to connect with that innocent, unspoiled part within everyone, which resonates regardless of age or background.
Chesterfield Show | with Bing Crosby, Carole Richards, JimmyStewart | 1949
Q: How did you really build yourself up to ask Gloria that?
A fella can't propose all alone. You need a girl.
Chesterfield Show | with Bing Crosby, Carole Richards, JimmyStewart | 1949
Q: What made you decide to get married?
I think I just couldn't pass up those odds.

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Drama X Theater delivers radio drama revivals and original scripts featuring Hollywood legends and top writers from the mid‑century era. Episodes often pair adaptations of classic films or stage works with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, celebrity guest spots, and promotional interludes, creating a rich nostalgia experience for fans of Golden Age cinema and vintage audio storytelling. The show stands out for its frequent inclusion of marquee names, a strong focus on production history, and a coherent thread of loving tribute to old Hollywood while keeping the format brisk and accessible for modern listeners.

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Recent guests on Drama X Theater include:

1. Joel McCrea
2. Marion Davies
3. Jeanette MacDonald
4. Regis Toomey
5. Wardrobe Mistress Cora Lobb
6. Frank Sundstrom
7. Walt Disney
8. Madame Hilda Grenier

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