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Manhunt 18 Episodes
Manhunt was a fast-paced and suspenseful old-time radio crime drama that followed the relentless pursuit of dangerous criminals by dedicated law enforcement officers. Each episode presented a self-contained case drawn from fictionalized police files, often based on real crime procedures and forensic techniques. With its documentary-style narration, urgent pacing, and emphasis on justice, Manhunt brought listeners into the gritty world of criminal investigations—where the stakes were high and the pursuit never let up.
Blending realism and drama, Manhunt was part of the wave of crime shows that emphasized procedure and persistence over glamor and gunplay.
The Stars
The series featured a rotating cast of capable radio actors rather than a single recurring lead. Each episode introduced a new case with detectives, suspects, and victims portrayed by experienced voice talent. The show’s central figure was usually the unnamed narrator—a calm, authoritative presence guiding the listener through the twists of each investigation.
Character roles were grounded and realistic, reflecting the professional demeanor of lawmen rather than flamboyant heroes. Occasionally, narration was paired with dramatized action scenes, giving the show both structure and suspense.
Key Dates
• Manhunt originally aired in syndication in the early 1950s, produced by Radio Program Producers, Inc.
• It was distributed via transcription discs to local stations across the United States.
• A total of approximately 50–60 episodes were produced, though only part of the series is known to survive today.
Other Information
Episodes typically opened with a dramatic voiceover—"Manhunt! The pursuit of justice!"—before diving into the case. Crimes included robbery, murder, kidnapping, and organized crime, with the narrative focusing on how police solved the crime using clues, interviews, and sometimes early forensics. The tone was serious, urgent, and grounded in realism, with less emphasis on melodrama and more on methodical investigation.
The series followed a format similar to shows like Dragnet, though with more narration and fewer recurring characters. While not as well-known as other crime procedurals, Manhunt offered a solid example of post-war radio’s shift toward documentary-style realism and public respect for law enforcement.
Today, Manhunt is appreciated by old-time radio enthusiasts as a taut, no-nonsense crime drama that captured the atmosphere of mid-century American policing. It stands as a lesser-known but worthy companion to better-known procedural series, delivering tension and justice in equal measure
Suggested Retail Price: $12.49
Mice Price: $9.69
Length: 12.5
Width: 18
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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