The Whistler old time radio series ran from May 16, 1942, until September 22, 1955. It was a popular West Coast thriller anthology known for its eerie tone and moral storytelling, though it never matched nationwide success despite several attempts. Sponsored by Signal Oil, it captivated listeners with tales of ordinary people driven to dark choices by fate, greed, or circumstance. Its omniscient narrator embodied conscience or destiny, ensuring justice in chilling endings. The show inspired eight films by Columbia Pictures. Produced by George W. Allen with music by Wilbur Hatch.
The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mysteries
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The Whistler old time radio series ran from May 16, 1942, until September 22, 1955. It was a popular West Coast thriller anthology known for its eerie tone and moral storytelling, though it never matched nationwide success despite several attempts. Sponsored by Signal Oil, it captivated listeners with tales of ordinary people driven to dark choices by fate, greed, or circumstance. Its omniscient narrator embodied conscience or destiny, ensuring justice in chilling endings. The show inspired eight films by Columbia Pictures. Produced by George W. Allen with music by Wilbur Hatch.
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July 24, 2026
Murder In Haste (2-25-46) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery
<p><strong>Murder In Haste</strong> (2-25-46)</p><p><br></p><p>Straight from the AFRS 'Mystery Playhouse' comes a tale where murder is only the beginning! After wealthy Mrs. Taylor meets an untimely end, Albert Taylor hops a train from sunny Florida to New York, hoping to leave his crime behind. But with a sharp-eyed detective refusing to let him out of sight, Albert pulls off a daring identity swap with a famous mystery writer. Will it be enough to outsmart justice? Stick around for a delightfully 'Whistler-esque' twist ending! This memorable script later found new life, airing on December 17, 1947.</p><p><br></p><p>Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.</p><p><br></p><p>Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!</p><p><br></p>
July 22, 2026
Six Letter Word for Death (2-11-46) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery
<p>Six Letter Word for Death (2-11-46)</p><p><br></p><p>A professor’s failing marriage leads to a foggy-night fiasco: a black cocker spaniel, a mysterious woman, and his wife’s dead body—later found in the bedroom wearing his necktie. Sadly, neither the pup nor the fog‑woman can help him craft an alibi.</p><p><br></p><p>Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.</p><p><br></p><p>Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!</p>
July 17, 2026
Panic (2-4-46) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery
<p><strong>Panic (2-4-46)</strong></p><p>A deadly secret tucked away in a trunk, a daring escape by sea, and a mystery that refuses to stay buried!</p><p><br></p><p>Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Please follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!</p><p><br></p>
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