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Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)

Mean Streets Podcasts
Suspense
Christmas
Hollywood
It's a Wonderful Life
Roma Wines
Frank Lovejoy
Lux Radio Theatre
Jack Benny
Old Time Radio
The Bishop's Wife
Lillian Gish
You'll Never See Me Again
Vanessa Brown
The Maltese Falcon
Double Indemnity
The Killers
Murder
Donovan's Brain
Lee Patrick
Escape

Presenting the biggest legends of Hollywood starring in "Suspense," radio's outstanding theater of thrills! Each week, we'll hear two chillers from this old time radio classic featuring one of the all-time great stars of stage and screen.

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Get ready for your close-up with the stars of Sunset Boulevard, Billy Wilder's classic noir set on the darker side of Hollywood. We'll hear Gloria Swanson and William Holden in Suspense thrillers: Ms. Swanson in "Murder by the Book" (originally aired... more

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz not only had a massive hit with I Love Lucy, but they also changed TV forever. The then-husband and wife team had millions of Americans in stitches for their original run and continue to entertain old and new fans today. W... more

Set sail with the stars of The Sea Wolf, the adaptation of Jack London's adventure novel that stars Edward G. Robinson as a tyrannical captain. His co-stars in the movie include Ida Lupino and John Garfield, and we'll hear all three of them in radio ... more

With the Fourth of July - and America's 250th birthday - only a few days away, our movie of the week is Yankee Doodle Dandy - the Oscar-winning musical biopic of George M. Cohan. James Cagney took home an Academy Award for his performance as the comp... more

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Recent Guests

John Garfield
Actor, star of Sea Wolf (reprieve tale)
Suspense/Radio cast
Episode: Episode 459 - Stars of "The Sea Wolf"
Ida Lupino
Actress, star in Summer Night
Suspense/Radio cast
Episode: Episode 459 - Stars of "The Sea Wolf"
Edward G. Robinson
Actor, star in You Can't Die Twice and The Sea Wolf adaptation
Suspense/Radio cast
Episode: Episode 459 - Stars of "The Sea Wolf"
Michael Curtiz
Director, featured in Screen Directors' Playhouse segment
Warner Brothers/Screen Directors' Playhouse
Episode: Episode 459 - Stars of "The Sea Wolf"
Paul Freese
Voice actor in Sea Wolf readings
Screen Directors' Playhouse cast
Episode: Episode 459 - Stars of "The Sea Wolf"
James M. Cain
Author guest, introduced as author of the story adapted for the episode
Author, James M. Cain
Episode: Episode 458 - Star of "Yankee Doodle Dandy"
Claire Trevor
Actress starring in The Blue Hour and other Suspense plays
Roma Wines sponsor in the episode
Episode: Episode 457 - Stars of "Stagecoach"
Thomas Mitchell
Actor featured in Stagecoach adaptation
Roma Wines sponsor in the episode
Episode: Episode 457 - Stars of "Stagecoach"
John Wayne
Leading man from Stagecoach, central to the Stagecoach legacy
Roma Wines sponsor in the episode
Episode: Episode 457 - Stars of "Stagecoach"

Hosts

The Man in Black
Narrator introducing Suspense and hosting the program, with a long-running on-air presence.
Harlow Wilcox
Host and announcer for Suspense, a familiar voice in transitions and sponsor reads.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 610 ratings
  • Lots of fun

    These are great shows, some are a little hokey but even those are worth a listen. I also really enjoy the commentary, hearing about the stars, the writers, and events going on at the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrankTampa
    United States16 days ago
  • Cool

    Entertaining shows, capturing a great point in Hollywood with the stars from a great generation of entertainers. The host talks for too long with the start up but just fast forward.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    johnfivethousand
    United States5 months ago
  • Thankyou very much , absolutely brilliant

    Podcast Addict
    5
    sumeet99321
    8 months ago
  • Best actors!

    I love all the old time radio shows the story lines are great & the actors are the best ever, just love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mynameleftout
    Australia9 months ago
  • I love this podcast but now I am worried

    I love everything about this podcast: the background information, the obvious love the podcaster has for the radio broadcasts, the high quality of the recordings, and the broadcasts themselves.

    But I am worried because my fave podcaster has gone silent for weeks 😳

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carol9862684
    Canadaa year ago

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Strong appreciation for high-quality sound and curated episode selections.
Listeners consistently praise host's research and storytelling finesse.
Some critique the host's narration pace or delivery for longer intros.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#24
United States/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#149
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#19
Canada/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#114
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#118
United Kingdom/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#27
Australia/Arts/Performing Arts

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 412 - Harry Bartell
Q: What was the first performance featuring Harry Bartell?
The first performance was 'Final Payment,' which revolves around an insurance fraud scheme.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stars on Suspense

What is Stars on Suspense about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two classic Suspense episodes showcase legendary Hollywood stars in dramatic radio thrillers, framed by host narration and period advertising reads. The format emphasizes star power, high production values, and careful contextual intros that connect big-screen legacies to mid-century radio storytelling. Listeners can expect well-curated, mood-heavy suspense with a strong emphasis on performance and era-specific branding; the mix of two complete stories per episode plus biographical context makes it appealing for fans of Golden Age Hollywood and vintage radio alike. A notable strength is the host's informative storytelling and the affectionate, scholarship-like approach to actor lineages and sponsor culture, which sets this show apart as a r... more

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1. John Garfield
2. Ida Lupino
3. Edward G. Robinson
4. Michael Curtiz
5. Paul Freese
6. James M. Cain
7. Claire Trevor
8. Thomas Mitchell

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