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The Adventures of Sam Spade: The Soap Opera Caper (02-09-1951)
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The Adventures of SamSpade: The Soap Opera Caper (02-09-1951)
"The Soap Opera Caper" is an episode of The Adventures of Sam Spade radio program, which aired on February 16, 1951.
1. The Story:
Sam Spade is hired by a "soap opera queen" (a prominent actress in a soap opera).
Her husband is distraught over a mysterious telegram he received from Mexico City.
Sam's job is to find the husband and uncover the reason for his distress.
2. Key Elements of the Radio Episode:
Starring Steve Dunne: Steve Dunne played Sam Spade in the later years of the show.
Lurene Tuttle as Effie: Lurene Tuttle continued her role as Sam's secretary, Effie Perine.
Focus on Mystery and Detection: The episode involves Sam investigating a mysterious situation to find answers.
Humorous Tone: The Adventures of Sam Spade radio series often took a more lighthearted and humorous approach compared to the original Maltese Falcon novel or movie.
3. Significance and Legacy:
Part of the Sam Spade Radio Series: This episode is a part of the long-running radio series based on the popular detective character.
Old Time Radio: It represents the popular "old time radio" era and its detective/mystery genre.
Adaptation: The series brought the character of Sam Spade to a new audience and medium.
1633 episodes
Manage episode 484678796 series 2807233
The Adventures of SamSpade: The Soap Opera Caper (02-09-1951)
"The Soap Opera Caper" is an episode of The Adventures of Sam Spade radio program, which aired on February 16, 1951.
1. The Story:
Sam Spade is hired by a "soap opera queen" (a prominent actress in a soap opera).
Her husband is distraught over a mysterious telegram he received from Mexico City.
Sam's job is to find the husband and uncover the reason for his distress.
2. Key Elements of the Radio Episode:
Starring Steve Dunne: Steve Dunne played Sam Spade in the later years of the show.
Lurene Tuttle as Effie: Lurene Tuttle continued her role as Sam's secretary, Effie Perine.
Focus on Mystery and Detection: The episode involves Sam investigating a mysterious situation to find answers.
Humorous Tone: The Adventures of Sam Spade radio series often took a more lighthearted and humorous approach compared to the original Maltese Falcon novel or movie.
3. Significance and Legacy:
Part of the Sam Spade Radio Series: This episode is a part of the long-running radio series based on the popular detective character.
Old Time Radio: It represents the popular "old time radio" era and its detective/mystery genre.
Adaptation: The series brought the character of Sam Spade to a new audience and medium.
1633 episodes
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