
Before there was James Bond, I Spy, or Danger Man, there was The Man Called X. The Man Called X began during the latter part of World War II as the founding of the O.S.S. sparked public interest in espionage, spies, and secret missions. The series outlasted the war and starred Herbert Marshall as the Man Called X (aka Ken Thurston) traveling the world to troubleshoot threats to peace, the security... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 114 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Original Release Date: April 7, 2021
A woman dies on a train after handing Mr. X a box of custom cigarettes, sending Mister X to Ankara on the trail of a killer and atomic secrets.
Original Air Date: October 13, 1950
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Original Release Date: March 31, 2021
Ken and Pegon go to Sicily to take on the mafia. The only clue they have is the last words of a dying circus performer.
Original Air Date: September 26, 1948
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Original Release Date: March 24, 2021
Ken and Pegon travel to Madgascar to help rescue an atomic physicist on the verge of a great story from an unscrupulous gangster.
Original Air Date: September 19, 1948
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Original Release Date: March 17, 2021
Ken goes to Australia to investigate some problems that a friend doing desalination experiments is running into.
Original Air Date: September 12, 1948
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Exploring the world of espionage and international intrigue, the series features the adventures of Ken Thurston, known as the Man Called X, who travels globally to tackle threats to peace and security. Each episode unfolds unique narratives involving deception, crime, and geopolitical complexities, often enriched with historical references and morally charged dilemmas from the post-World War II era. Notable for its character dynamics, especially the relationship between Thurston and his often unreliable ally Pegon Zellschmidt, the series captivates audiences with suspenseful storylines and twists that keep listeners engaged. The blend of adventure and thought-provoking themes offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of spies before it be... more
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