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Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde 52 Episodes
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde was a gripping old-time radio adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic 1886 novella about the duality of man and the terrifying consequences of unchecked scientific ambition. Dramatized for radio in multiple versions during the golden age of broadcasting, the story follows the respectable Dr. Henry Jekyll, whose experiments to separate good and evil within the human soul unleash his murderous alter ego — the sinister Edward Hyde. With its dark psychological themes and gothic atmosphere, the story proved a natural fit for the eerie intimacy of radio drama.
These chilling productions brought Victorian horror to life, using voice, music, and sound to explore the shadows within the human mind.
The Stars
Several radio adaptations of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde aired over the years, each with different casts. One of the most notable starred George Edwards, who performed all the voices in a serialized version produced in Australia during the 1930s. In American radio, the story was dramatized by series such as:
– Mercury Theatre on the Air
– CBS Radio Mystery Theater
– Favorite Story
– The Weird Circle
Different adaptations featured prominent radio actors including John Stanley, Orson Welles, and others in the dual role — each delivering their own interpretation of Jekyll’s refinement and Hyde’s animalistic rage.
Key Dates
• One of the earliest known serialized radio versions aired in 1932, produced by George Edwards Productions in Australia.
• Mercury Theatre on the Air aired a now-lost version in 1938, dramatized by Orson Welles.
• Additional U.S. adaptations aired throughout the 1940s and 1950s, including a half-hour version on Favorite Story in 1947 and on CBS Radio Mystery Theater in the 1970s.
Other Information
The story’s central theme — the battle between good and evil within a single man — translated powerfully to radio, where the transformation between Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde could be portrayed through subtle voice shifts, chilling monologues, and sound design rather than visual effects. Some productions emphasized the horror and violence of Hyde’s rampages, while others focused more on the psychological torment of Jekyll’s descent into darkness.
The tale was often used as a morality play, warning of the dangers of tampering with nature, science without ethics, and the hidden evil lurking beneath society’s polished surface. Whether performed as a serialized thriller or a single-episode adaptation, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde remained a favorite among horror and mystery programs.
Today, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde endures as one of the most adapted and analyzed horror stories in radio drama. Its timeless themes, gothic setting, and chilling transformations make it a staple in classic horror programming and a showcase for voice acting and audio storytelling at its most intense.
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: $14.99
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Length: 15
Width: 52
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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