Old Time Radio Crime & Detective Tales - VarietyFiction

Old Time Radio detectives and crime - sleuths from the golden age of radio. A fun variety of radio series featuring detectives, crime, mystery and police procedurals. Featuring Nick Carter, Johnny Dollar, Box 13, Rocky Jordan, Dragnet, Philip Marlowe, Richard Diamond, Sam Spade, Rocky Fortune and MANY more.


Old Time Radio Crime & Detectives

Pintsized Payroll Bandit - Rocky Fortune | 10/27/1953 (Ep04)

Tue, 03 Feb 2026
Rocky Fortune was created in 1953 by writer George Lefferts and starring Frank Sinatra in the lead. Rocky Fortune followed the exploits of a marginally employed jack-of-all-trades Rocky Fortune. Though considered a second-rate show even during the 26 weeks it aired, it's a nice boon for Frank Sinatra fans.

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The Man Who Live Too Long - Nick Carter | 07/01/1945 (Ep190)

Mon, 02 Feb 2026
Nick Carter, Master Detective was a radio crime drama based on tales of the fictional private detective Nick Carter, first seen in 1886, from Street & Smith's dime novels and pulp magazines. Lon Clark played Nick Carter and Charlotte Manson played his assistant, Patsy Bowen. Nick Carter ran from 1943 to 1955. 

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The Big Switch - Dragnet (AFRS) | 01/12/1954 (Ep230)

Sun, 01 Feb 2026
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The Prodigal Daughter Caper - Sam Spade | 08/28/1949 (Ep166)

Sat, 31 Jan 2026
The Adventures of Sam Spade (1946-1951) radio series was loosely based on the private detective character Sam Spade, created by writer Dashiell Hammett for The Maltese Falcon. Film star Howard Duff played Sam Spade (also played by Steve Dunne at the end). Lurene Tuttle played Effie, Spade's secretary. Spade's character was the prototypical "hard-boiled" detective - an introspective, sharp witted, tough guy.

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Fake Amnesia Killer - The Saint | 11/13/1949

Fri, 30 Jan 2026
The old-time radio series The Saint ran at various times during 1945-1951. The series chronicles the escapades of Simon Templar, a character conceived by Leslie Charteris. Notably, Vincent Price's portrayal of the leading role garnered significant acclaim, as he infused the character with a distinctive charm and wit, contributing to its status as one of the most cherished radio programs of its era. The episodes of The Saint encompassed a range of themes, frequently delving into mysteries, adventures, and Templar's confrontations with various criminals and perilous circumstances, all approached with his unique style and ethical perspective. Price's interpretation is frequently recognized for imbuing the character with an added layer of sophistication and humor, setting it apart from other detective and adventure series of the time.

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