Tuesday Night Detectives - Rocky Fortune (Some Cat's Killed the Canary) & The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe (The Hasty Will)
In this week’s episode of “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we dive into the suspenseful world of "Rocky Fortune" with the thrilling episode "Some Cat's Killed the Canary." Originally broadcast on November 17th, 1953, this episode features Frank Sinatra as Rocky Fortune, a temporary worker who stumbles upon a murder while employed at a pet shop. The plot thickens as Rocky investigates the mysterious death of a nightclub singer known as "The Canary," uncovering a web of deceit and danger. Alongside Sinatra, the episode stars Barney Phillips as Sergeant Hamilton J. Finger, and Gloria Blondell lending her voice to the role of the sultry and secretive nightclub owner.
Following "Rocky Fortune," we feature "The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe," starring Sidney Greenstreet in the gripping episode "The Hasty Will," which aired on March 2nd, 1951. In this episode, the famously reclusive detective Nero Wolfe, played by Greenstreet, is drawn into a case involving the sudden death of a wealthy patriarch immediately after the alteration of his will. As tensions among the family members rise, Wolfe and his trusty sidekick Archie Goodwin, voiced by Gerald Mohr, navigate through layers of familial deceit to uncover the truth. Additional voices enhancing this episode include Howard McNear as Inspector Cramer and Bill Johnstone providing multiple character roles.
Join us as we revisit these classic tales of mystery and intrigue, brought to life by some of the most iconic voices of the golden age of radio. Whether unraveling the dark secrets behind a murder in a pet shop or decoding the complexities of a hastily changed will, "Tuesday Night Detectives" promises a night of captivating stories and unforgettable performances.
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