CBS Radio Mystery Theater - 1976
Contains all available episodes from 1976. CBS Radio Mystery Theater was a noteworthy attempt to revive in American radio dramas like Inner Sanctum (1941-1952) and Suspense (1942-1962). Radio dramas were widely considered "dead" 12 years prior to this series. CBS Radio Mystery Theater, or simply Mystery Theater, was created by Inner Sanctum creator Himan Brown and ran on CBS from 1974-1982. The show, much like older radio dramas, was introduced by a host (in this case E.G. Marshall), who steers us through the creaking door to start the episode. Many voices from the golden age of radio were featured, including Richard Widmark, Bret Morrison and Agnes Moorehead.
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CBS Radio Mystery Theater - Broadcast & Reception
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CBS Radio Mystery Theater - Broadcast & Reception
- Aired every night at midnight in most markets, creating a "late-night spooky radio" vibe.
- One of the last successful network radio drama series before the format faded.
- Gained a cult following and is still beloved by old-time radio (OTR) fans today.
- E.G. Marshall (1974–1982, primary host) – Known for his deep, authoritative voice, setting a chilling tone.
- Tammy Grimes (1974–1977, occasional alternate host) – Provided a more whimsical, sometimes eerie presence.
- The host would introduce each episode with a dramatic monologue, often breaking the fourth wall to engage listeners.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 148
- Years Active
- 2025
The Infernal Triangle - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep443)
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00:45:13 |
Mon 12 May 2025
The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep442)
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01:00:01 |
Sun 11 May 2025
Half A Life - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep439)
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00:41:52 |
Sat 10 May 2025
The Providential Ghost - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep438)
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00:43:10 |
Fri 09 May 2025
General Laughter - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep437)
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00:45:19 |
Thu 08 May 2025
The Patient Visitor - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep436)
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00:46:21 |
Wed 07 May 2025
The Bloody Legend - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep435)
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00:44:19 |
Tue 06 May 2025
Goodbye Benjamin Flack - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep434)
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00:42:31 |
Mon 05 May 2025
The Blue Roan Stallion - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep431)
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00:43:05 |
Sun 04 May 2025
The Golden Chalices - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep430)
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00:46:13 |
Sat 03 May 2025
You Owe Me A Death - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep429)
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00:42:51 |
Fri 02 May 2025
The Horror of Dead Lake - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep428)
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00:41:49 |
Wed 30 Apr 2025
Straight from the Horse's Mouth - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep427)
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00:42:20 |
Tue 29 Apr 2025
The Children of Death - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep426)
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00:44:01 |
Mon 28 Apr 2025
Castle Kerfol - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep423)
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00:52:56 |
Sun 27 Apr 2025
Mirror Mirror - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep422)
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00:44:22 |
Sat 26 Apr 2025
The Ferret - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep421)
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00:42:32 |
Fri 25 Apr 2025
The Slick and the Dead - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep420)
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00:45:27 |
Thu 24 Apr 2025
The Lady of the Mist - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep419)
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00:46:50 |
Wed 23 Apr 2025
There's No Business Like - Radio Mystery Theater - 1976 (Ep418)
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00:45:22 |
Tue 22 Apr 2025
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