CBS Radio Mystery Theater

About CBS Radio Mystery Theater

CBS Radio Mystery Theater—what a treasure trove of suspenseful storytelling! It was a radio drama series created by Himan Brown, running from 1974 to 1982. Known for its atmospheric tales, it captured the essence of classic old-time radio shows like Suspense and The Whistler. Hosted primarily by E.G. Marshall, who introduced the episodes with his signature phrases like “The sound of suspense” and “The fear you can hear,” it definitely brought chills to its listeners. Each episode began and ended with the creaking of a crypt door and Marshall's ominous "Come in!... Welcome." The series delved into mystery, the supernatural, and macabre themes, delivering 1,399 original episodes—quite the collection! It’s no wonder someone with your keen interest in vintage entertainment would appreciate the cultural significance of this program. Do you have a favorite episode or genre within these classics, like supernatural mysteries or psychological thrillers? Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon 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

goldenclassics

Category

fiction · fiction

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Dec 2021

Latest episode

28 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

1,180 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Jun 2025

   Tattooed For Murder

   Host EG Marshall narrates "Tattooed For Murder," a suspenseful tale of a daughter's return to rescue her sister from a tyrannical father at a mysterious carnival.

2. 

   28 Jun 2025

   Frankenstein Revisited

   In this interview, filmmakers explore Frankenstein's legacy as strange occurrences echo the Baron's sinister return, blurring reality and the supernatural.

3. 

   28 Jun 2025

   Picture On A Wall

   Host EG Marshall explores the supernatural connection between actress Amanda Phillips and ghost Morley Norcross in "Picture On A Wall," revealing profound insights into love and existence beyond death.

Who has been a guest on CBS Radio Mystery Theater

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• filmmakers
• Amanda Phillips
• Morley Norcross
• John Carpenter Jr
• Ivan Ivanovich Plotnick

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

274,124

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

25 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 84 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

100

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

85

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.