- 61
- Episodes
- Monthly
- Cadence
- 2020
- First episode
About Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator
"Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator" was a popular detective drama that aired on NBC Radio from October 3, 1951, to June 30, 1955.Here are some key facts about the show: Protagonist: Barrie Craig was a private detective who worked alone from his Madison Avenue office in New York City. Unlike some of the more hard-boiled detectives of the era, Craig was known for his laid-back personality. Starring: William Gargan, who also played a similar role in "Martin Kane, Private Eye," lent his voice to Barrie Craig. Supporting Cast: Ralph Bell played his associate, Lt. Travis Rogers, and Parker Fennelly was the elevator operator, Jake. Don Pardo was the announcer. Format: Each episode was typically 30 minutes long and featured Barrie Craig solving mysteries. Production: The series was produced in New York from 1951 to 1954, then moved to Hollywood for its final year. TV Pilot: An unsuccessful television pilot based on the series, titled "Death the Hard Way," was written and directed by Blake Edwards and presented on ABC's "Pepsi-Cola Playhouse" in 1954, with William Gargan reprising his role. Availability: Many episodes of "Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator" are available today through various old-time radio archives, podcasts, and streaming services. The show was known for its engaging plots, memorable characters, and a touch of humor, offering a classic example of the detective genre from the Golden Age of Radio. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio (https://link.radioking.com/otradio) Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ (https://www.myclassicradio.net/) Entertainment Radio (https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio)| Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio) Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
- Publisher
- Entertainment Radio
- Category
- arts · fiction
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 17 May 2020
- Latest episode
- 12 Aug 2026
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