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Dick Tracy 74 Episodes
Dick Tracy was a thrilling crime-fighting radio serial based on the iconic comic strip created by Chester Gould. Starring the fearless and square-jawed police detective Dick Tracy, the show delivered action-packed adventures filled with colorful villains, high-tech gadgets, and fast-paced storytelling. Airing across multiple networks and formats from the 1930s through the 1940s, the series brought to life one of America’s most beloved comic strip heroes — a crusader who battled crime with brains, bravery, and his signature two-way wrist radio.
With its larger-than-life characters and non-stop suspense, Dick Tracy became a staple of children’s programming and an early template for superhero-style detective drama on radio.
The Stars
Multiple actors portrayed Dick Tracy over the years, including Bob Burlen, Ned Wever, and Matt Crowley, each bringing the detective’s stoic, authoritative tone to life. Supporting characters included Tracy’s loyal girlfriend Tess Trueheart, his adopted son Junior, and faithful partner Pat Patton.
The show’s rogues’ gallery — including infamous comic strip villains like Flattop, Pruneface, The Mole, and Mumbles — added a memorable and almost pulp-fiction flair to the proceedings.
Key Dates
• Dick Tracy premiered on NBC Blue Network on October 4, 1934, as a 15-minute serial.
• It later aired on CBS, Mutual, and ABC, with different versions running until 1948.
• The show returned briefly in the early 1950s as a half-hour format.
• Sponsored at various times by companies like Quaker Puffed Wheat and Puffed Rice, it was a major hit with younger audiences.
Other Information
Episodes typically featured serialized storylines, with each 15-minute installment ending on a cliffhanger to keep listeners coming back. The plots included daring rescues, criminal takedowns, and undercover operations, all built around Tracy’s unwavering dedication to law and order.
The show incorporated sound effects like screeching tires, gunfire, and radio dispatches to create a vivid sense of action. It also leaned heavily into futuristic gadgets, with Tracy’s famous two-way wrist radio becoming an iconic piece of pop culture — a precursor to modern smartwatches.
Though aimed primarily at children and families, Dick Tracy had a surprisingly gritty tone at times, mirroring the darker style of the comic strip. Its influence could be seen in later radio heroes like The Green Hornet and Batman, as well as in television adaptations in the decades to come.
Today, Dick Tracy is remembered as one of the most successful and influential detective programs of the golden age of radio. Its combination of serialized excitement, crime-fighting gadgetry, and heroic moral clarity helped cement the character as a true American icon — in print, on air, and beyond.
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: $19.99
Mice Price: $15.39
Length: 20
Width: 74
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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