John Steele, Adventurer
John Steele, Adventurer was a radio drama during the end the Golden Age of Radio.[1] It was reminiscent of the action magazines of the time such as All-Story and Argosy.
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| Genre | Adventure fiction |
|---|---|
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Language(s) | English |
| Hosted by | Ted Maille |
| Starring | Don Douglas |
| Directed by | Elliot Drake |
| Original release | 1949 – 1956 |
Premise
John Steele was a roving adventurer who held various jobs in exotic locations. The stories were narrated by a friend of Steele's, with Steele making cameo appearances throughout.
Production
John Steele, Adventurer debuted on the Mutual Broadcasting System on April 29, 1949. Don Douglas portrayed Steele, while Robert Monroe wrote and directed the series.[2] Music was by Sylvan Levin.[3]
References
- "John Steele Adventurer - Single Episodes". Retrieved 2017-04-14.
- "Radio and Television: The Players Will Give Video Presentation of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' on May 1". The New York Times. April 20, 1949. p. 54. Retrieved April 23, 2022.
- Terrace, Vincent (2 September 2015). Radio Programs, 1924-1984: A Catalog of More Than 1800 Shows. McFarland. pp. 177–178. ISBN 978-1-4766-0528-9. Retrieved April 24, 2022.
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