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Tales of Mystery and Suspense: Vol. 1: Radio's Outstanding Theater of Thrills

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Let me say right off the bat that this set is worth purchasing just for "Ghost Hunt". I know that "Sorry, Wrong Number" was considered the best show of the series, but GH was MUCH creepier. It's the kind of episode you'll want to enjoy best at home with all the lights off (but don't be surprised if you don't last the whole time that way). Some 50 years before "The Blair Witch Project", we're treated to the story of two men who spend the night in a haunted house with a tape recorder running the whole time...imagine the possibilities. Another great story from this anthology is Lucille Ball's story "A Little Piece of Rope". This story just shows how much of a dramatic actress Lucy could be, and it has an awesome twist ending that was the calling card of the series. All the other stories are treats too. I highly suggest buying this one and going on to the rest in the series as soon as possible.

This is a great collection of eight half-hour 'Suspense' episodes, unabridged! The acting is excellent, and the stories themselves are very suspenseful. Below is a list of the eight shows:

1. A Little Piece of Rope: This is one of the shows where Lucille Ball proves her talent in drama. She plays a young criminal whose latest victim will turn out to be one she, herself, will be terrified of.

2. Too Perfect Alibi: Danny Kaye stars in this story about a murder and an alibi that turned out to be too 'perfect'.

3. The Earth is Made of Glass: Joseph Cotton stars in this episode... Expect a twist ending.

4. The Name of the Beast: Vincent Price stars as a painter who is determined to do anything to finish his painting 'The Name of the Beast'. Sadly, his model Beast turns out to be quite murderous.

5. Deep into Darkness: This is a story, starring Douglas Fairbanks Jr., about a man who finds out that he has suffered in the past for something he never actually did. And he wants revenge.

6. Death Has a Shadow: Bob Hope stars in this episode as a business-man who is frightened of a blackmailer.

7. Ghost Hunt: An immensely creepy story concerning a radio host who decides to spend the night in a haunted house, recording his every move. Listen to this one in the dark.

8. Murder Through the Looking Glass: Gregory Peck stars in this tale concerning split personalities.

Over all, the collection is excellent, you can skip the commercials if you want, and I'd definitely recommend this to anyone interested in old-time radio.

This is a great collection of Suspense thrillers!! I especially love the story "Ghost Hunt," starring Ralph Edwards. It's a MUST that you listen to this one in the dark! It's about a radio host and a paranormal researcher that spend the night in a haunted house--just imagine what happens! I also love "The Earth is Made of Glass," starring Joseph Cotton. It is a story about a man would commits a murder for experiment--awesome collection!!

"Suspense" set the bar for all other shows of mystery and suspense. Old radio was a theatre of the imagination and perhaps no show had our imaginations so enthralled each week as did "Suspense." We were led into dark corners of murder and crime, and sometimes even the supernatural. Listeners around the country were glued to their chairs and stools as families huddled around the radio for entertainment.

While radio will never rule the airwaves as it once did, these shows are an opportunity to revisit this fabulous medium once again and discover its greatness. Big stars appeared often and eagerly on "Suspense" because of its quality. It was nice exposure between films and a chance to stretch their acting skills. The scripts and productions were all topflight. "Suspense" was one show which never disappointed the listener.

Included in this collection is "Ghost Hunt" with Ralph Edwards. It ranks right up there with "The House on Cyprus Canyon," "The Hitchhiker," and "A Thing of Beauty" as one of the finest episodes of "Suspense" ever aired. A man spends the night in a lonely house on a ghost hunt, recording what happens. It is tense and exciting and a little eerie. Though there are other excellent shows included here, it alone makes this one worth owning.

"A Little Piece of Rope" stars Lucille Ball. "Too Perfect Alibi" stars Danny Kaye. "The Name of the Beast" stars Vincent Price. "Deep into Darkness" stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. "Death Has a Shadow" stars Bob Hope. "Ghost Hunt" stars Ralph Edwards. "Murder Through the Looking Glass" features Gregory Peck.

The catch-phrase, "Roma wine presents" or "Autolite presents" voiced over those famous and ominous chimes are recognizable to anyone who loves old radio. Radio ruled the airwaves for decades and "Suspense" was one of the finest and most popular shows ever produced. These eight gems will have you using your imagination as no television show or feature film can.

Radio was a theatre of the imagination, stretching the mind into shadowed corners and crimes with a twist. An excellent introduction to old radio, and especially "Suspense." Those curious about this now nearly forgotten medium which once ruled the nation can discover why with this sterling collection of stories guaranteed to keep you in, Suspense!

Hours of thrilling entertainment!
Going on a trip? Put them in the tape player, cruise on down the road, and you'll be surprised how the time flies!

This is a great collection of eight half-hour 'Suspense' episodes, unabridged! The acting is excellent, and the stories themselves are very suspenseful. Below is a list of the eight shows:

1. A Little Piece of Rope: This is one of the shows where Lucille Ball proves her talent in drama. She plays a young criminal whose latest victim will turn out to be one she, herself, will be terrified of.

2. Too Perfect Alibi: Danny Kaye stars in this story about a murder and an alibi that turned out to be too 'perfect'.

3. The Earth is Made of Glass: Joseph Cotton stars in this episode... Expect a twist ending.

4. The Name of the Beast: Vincent Price stars as a painter who is determined to do anything to finish his painting 'The Name of the Beast'. Sadly, his model Beast turns out to be quite murderous.

5. Deep into Darkness: This is a story, starring Douglas Fairbanks Jr., about a man who finds out that he has suffered in the past for something he never actually did. And he wants revenge.

6. Death Has a Shadow: Bob Hope stars in this episode as a business-man who is frightened of a blackmailer.

7. Ghost Hunt: An immensely creepy story concerning a radio host who decides to spend the night in a haunted house, recording his every move. Listen to this one in the dark.

8. Murder Through the Looking Glass: Gregory Peck stars in this tale concerning split personalities.

Over all, the collection is excellent, you can skip the commercials if you want, and I'd definitely recommend this to anyone interested in old-time radio.