Product ID: XMOSC
Control Number: 7497970
X Minus One 128 Episodes
X Minus One is one of the most celebrated science fiction radio programs of the 20th century, known for its intelligent storytelling, vivid imagination, and faithful adaptations of some of the genre’s finest works. Premiering in 1955, X Minus One brought listeners gripping tales of space exploration, alien encounters, dystopian futures, and technological marvels, blending hard science fiction with deep human emotion.
Building on the foundation laid by an earlier series, Dimension X, X Minus One became a defining showcase for serious, mature science fiction during radio’s final golden years.
The Stars
While X Minus One did not rely on a single cast, it featured a rotating roster of talented radio actors who had perfected their craft in earlier drama series. Notable voices included future stars like Mandel Kramer, Santos Ortega, and Alexander Scourby, among many others, all of whom lent the show a consistent tone of professionalism and authenticity.
Episodes were adapted by top radio writers and producers, with Ernest Kinoy and George Lefferts among the key creative figures who helped translate complex science fiction ideas into compelling half-hour dramas.
Key Dates
• X Minus One debuted on NBC Radio on April 24, 1955.
• The series ran until January 9, 1958, producing 126 episodes during its broadcast life.
• Many episodes were rebroadcast throughout the 1960s as nostalgia for the golden age of radio grew.
Other Information
X Minus One drew much of its material from the pages of Galaxy Science Fiction magazine and other top-tier science fiction publications of the time. The show featured adaptations of works by some of the biggest names in the field, including Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov, Philip K. Dick, Robert Heinlein, Frederick Pohl, and Theodore Sturgeon.
The stories covered a wide spectrum of themes — from the dangers of unchecked technological advancement to explorations of alien cultures, time travel, human psychology, and the mysteries of the cosmos. Whether dealing with optimistic visions of the future or dark warnings about humanity’s flaws, X Minus One always treated its subject matter with a seriousness rarely seen in popular entertainment of the time.
The series was known for its atmospheric sound effects and futuristic musical scores, which helped create a richly immersive audio experience that transported listeners to distant planets, strange new worlds, and unimaginable futures.
Although it came near the end of radio drama’s reign as a dominant entertainment medium, X Minus One left an indelible mark, preserving a golden era of serious science fiction storytelling for future generations.
Today, X Minus One remains highly regarded among fans of classic radio and science fiction, serving as a time capsule of 1950s speculative imagination — a bridge between the pulp magazines of the past and the modern science fiction revolution that would soon follow.
This collection comes preloaded on a USB stick, allowing you to easily transfer all episodes to the device of your choice. Enjoy seamless playback a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience.
Suggested Retail Price: $24.99
Mice Price: $19.49
Length: 25
Width: 128
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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