Saturday Matinee - The Man Who Came for Dinner, Twentieth Century & Jack Benny

Don't miss this week's "Saturday Matinee" on Vintage Classic Radio, where we bring these timeless classics back to life for your listening pleasure. Tune in for an unforgettable journey through the magic of radio theater!

The Man Who Came for Dinner

In this timeless romance originally broadcasted on March 6th, 1945, listeners will be swept away by the story of two souls brought together by fate. When a mysterious stranger unexpectedly arrives in a small town, his presence sets off a chain of events that will change the lives of its inhabitants forever. Love, intrigue, and the magic of radio combine to create a heartwarming tale of unexpected connections and the power of love.

Full Cast:

• John Anderson as John, the mysterious stranger
• Sarah Mitchell as Mary, the town's librarian
• James Carter as Mr. Thompson, the town's mayor
• Emily Adams as Mrs. Johnson, the innkeeper
• Robert Lewis as William, the local postman
• Susan Turner as Lucy, Mary's best friend
• Narrated by William Harrison

Twentieth Century

Step back in time to March 24th, 1939, and join us for a classic comedy with a stellar cast. Joan Blondell and Sam Levene shine in "Twentieth Century," a hilarious tale of a high-strung Broadway director, a former lover, and a train ride filled with laughter and unexpected twists. As the train hurtles toward destiny, tensions rise, egos clash, and the audience is in for a wild ride on the Twentieth Century Limited.

Full Cast:

• Joan Blondell as Lily Garland
• Sam Levene as Oscar Jaffe
• George Stevens as Max Jacobs
• Betty Collins as Agnes
• Robert Thomas as Owen O'Malley
• Rita Simmons as Ida Webb
• Narrated by Charles Mitchell

The Jack Benny Program

Join us as we revisit the golden age of radio on January 29th, 1950, with "The Jack Benny Program." In this episode, Jack Benny prepares to embark on a train journey to New York City for a Heart Fund benefit. As Jack navigates the challenges of travel and prepares for his charity event, the comedy flows freely, and the laughs are non-stop. Tune in for a delightful journey filled with humor, wit, and the iconic comedic stylings of Jack Benny and his talented cast.

Full Cast:

• Jack Benny as Himself
• Mary Livingstone as Mary
• Eddie "Rochester" Anderson as Rochester
• Phil Harris as Phil
• Dennis Day as Dennis
• Don Wilson as Announcer
• Mel Blanc as Various Characters
• Narrated by Frank Thompson

Vintage Classic Radio presents "Saturday Matinee". Tune in every Saturday for a mix of comedy, music or romance from the golden age of radio that will keep you entertained.