Box 13

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"Box 13" was a thrilling radio drama that aired in the late 1940s, captivating audiences with its blend of mystery, adventure, and suspense. Here's a breakdown of the show:

Premise:


  • Dan Holiday, a former newspaper reporter turned novelist, craves real-life experiences to fuel his stories.

  • He places an ad in his old paper: "Adventure wanted, will go anywhere, do anything. Write Box 13."

  • The mysterious Box 13 becomes his address for trouble, as people seeking help, criminals with schemes, and just plain eccentric characters write in.

Main Characters:


  • Dan Holiday: Played by film star Alan Ladd, he's a charming and resourceful protagonist, thrust into exciting and often dangerous situations.

  • Suzy: Dan's scatterbrained but loyal secretary, adding comedic relief and support.

  • Lieutenant Kling/Inspector Black: Representing law enforcement, they sometimes aid Dan, sometimes clash with him due to his unconventional methods.

Format:


  • Each episode was a self-contained adventure, typically lasting 30 minutes.

  • The show relied heavily on sound effects and the actors' vocal performances to create a vivid atmosphere.

  • Suspenseful music and cliffhangers kept listeners engaged, eager to tune in for the next episode.

Legacy:


  • Though relatively short-lived, "Box 13" has a dedicated following among fans of classic radio dramas.

  • The show is praised for its fast-paced action, intriguing mysteries, and Ladd's charismatic performance.


If you're interested in classic radio dramas with a blend of mystery, adventure, and humor, "Box 13" is definitely worth checking out..

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Recent Episodes
  • Box 13 - 52 Round Robin
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:52
  • Box 13 - 51 The Clay Pigeon
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:59
  • Box 13 - 50 Archemedes And The Roman
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:56
  • Box 13 - 49 The Perfect Crime
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:55
  • Box 13 - 48 The Bitter Bitten
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:54
  • Box 13 - 47 Double Trouble
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:02
  • Box 13 - 46 House Of Darkness
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:39
  • Box 13 - 45 Speed To Burn
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:47
  • Box 13 - 44 Killer At Large
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:50
  • Box 13 - 43 The Dead Man Walks
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:50
  • Box 13 - 42 Design For Danger
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:52
  • Box 13 - 41 The Treasure Of Hang Lee
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:36
  • Box 13 - 40 Death Is No Joke
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:41
  • Box 13 - 39 Daytime Nightmare
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:55
  • Box 13 - 38 One Of These Four
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:51
  • Box 13 - 37 Much Too Lucky
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:50
  • Box 13 - 36 Find Me Find Death
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:54
  • Box 13 - 35 Sealed Instructions
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:04
  • Box 13 - 34 Mexican Maze
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:05
  • Box 13 - 33 Tempest In A Casserole
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:08
  • Box 13 - 32 Dan And The Wonderful Lamp
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:52
  • Box 13 - 31 113.5
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:55
  • Box 13 - 30 Death Is A Doll
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:44
  • Box 13 - 29 Hunt And Peck
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:58
  • Box 13 - 28 Hare And Hounds
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:00
  • Box 13 - 27 Flash Of Light
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:47
  • Box 13 - 26 Delinquents Dilemma
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:51
  • Box 13 - 25 Last Will And Nursery Rhyme
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:01
  • Box 13 - 24 The Philanthropist
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:33
  • Box 13 - 23 Three To Die
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:29
  • Box 13 - 22 The Dowager And Dan Holiday
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:00
  • Box 13 - 21 The Professor And The Puzzle
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:45
  • Box 13 - 20 The Better Man
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:28
  • Box 13 - 19 Hot Box
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:09
  • Box 13 - 18 The Sad Night
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:46
  • Box 13 - 17 The Haunted Artist
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:04
  • Box 13 - 16 Look Pleasant Please
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:11
  • Box 13 - 15 Double Right Cross
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:02
  • Box 13 - 14 Diamond In The Sky
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:10
  • Box 13 - 13 Damsel In Distress
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:56
  • Box 13 - 12 Triple Cross
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:53
  • Box 13 - 11 Suicide Or Murder
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:52
  • Box 13 - 10 The Great Torino
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:59
  • Box 13 - 09 Book Of Poems
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:12
  • Box 13 - 08 Double Mothers
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:15
  • Box 13 - 07 Short Assignment
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:49
  • Box 13 - 06 Shanghaied
    Aug 19, 2020 – 27:17
  • Box 13 - 05 Extra Extra
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:40
  • Box 13 - 04 Actors Alibi
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:26
  • Box 13 - 03 Blackmail Is Murder
    Aug 19, 2020 – 26:57
Recent Reviews
  • adele57
    Love ❤️ Alan Ladd
    Love box 13 short stories love the voice of Alan Ladd so happy to to be able to listen to these
  • Keeper_of_tales
    Very Happy to finally Listen to these again
    I used to listen to these on cassette tape with my dad as a bonding activity when I was very young. And I no longer have the tapes or my old Walkman. So finding Box 13 and the others that this company is distributing brings back memories and makes me very happy.
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