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Perry Mason 314 Episodes
Perry Mason brought the world of courtroom drama to life during the golden age of radio, captivating listeners with its intelligent plotting, legal intrigue, and memorable characters. Premiering in 1943, the show centered on the brilliant defense attorney Perry Mason, whose relentless dedication to justice led him to uncover the truth and clear the names of his wrongly accused clients.
The series blended elements of mystery, detective work, and legal drama, laying the groundwork for the massive success that Perry Mason would later achieve on television.
The Stars
On radio, Perry Mason was portrayed first by Bartlett Robinson, then by Santos Ortega, and later Donald Briggs. Each brought a sharp, commanding presence to the role of the tough but principled lawyer.
Supporting characters included Mason’s loyal secretary Della Street, voiced by Gertrude Warner and Jan Miner, and his reliable private investigator Paul Drake. These characters provided vital assistance to Mason as he unraveled complex cases, often against formidable opposition from district attorneys and corrupt officials.
Key Dates
• Perry Mason debuted on CBS Radio on October 18, 1943.
• The series ran as a 15-minute weekday soap opera until December 30, 1955.
• Its radio success helped pave the way for the enormously popular television adaptation, which premiered in 1957 and starred Raymond Burr in the title role.
Other Information
Created by Erle Stanley Gardner, a practicing lawyer and prolific mystery writer, Perry Mason was based on Gardner's bestselling novels. Unlike typical soap operas of the day, Perry Mason focused more on suspenseful legal battles and investigations than on romantic melodrama.
The radio format allowed for serialized storytelling, with cases unfolding gradually over several weeks, keeping listeners hooked as clues emerged and courtroom confrontations neared. Mason’s cases typically involved a client falsely accused of murder, with the real culprit dramatically exposed, often in the final moments of the trial.
Despite being labeled a "soap opera" because of its daytime slot and sponsorship by products like soap and household goods, Perry Mason stood out for its complex plots, moral seriousness, and emphasis on the American legal system.
Today, the radio version of Perry Mason is remembered as a key chapter in the franchise’s history — a clever, tightly plotted drama that introduced millions of Americans to the thrilling world of courtroom justice and helped solidify Perry Mason as one of fiction’s most enduring and beloved heroes.
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: $27.49
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Length: 27.5
Width: 314
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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