Product ID: HWTDR
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Hollywood Theater 40 Episodes
Hollywood Theater was an old-time radio dramatic anthology series that presented a wide variety of compelling stories, often featuring leading Hollywood stars in both original plays and adaptations of well-known works. The program sought to blend the glamour of the silver screen with the intimacy of radio drama, providing listeners with the excitement of hearing top-tier talent perform in captivating, emotionally driven roles. Known for its polished production and star power, Hollywood Theater was part of the broader trend of mid-century radio shows that brought motion picture prestige into the home.
Elegant and performance-driven, Hollywood Theater served as a stage for storytelling and celebrity performance during radio’s golden era.
The Stars
The show featured many of the era’s most beloved film and radio personalities, including:
– Bette Davis
– Joan Bennett
– Herbert Marshall
– John Garfield
– Jane Wyman
– Van Johnson
Each episode highlighted a different star in the lead role, often chosen to showcase their dramatic range or to promote a current or upcoming film.
Key Dates
• Hollywood Theater aired in the mid-1940s, likely beginning around 1944, with episodes continuing into 1945.
• The program was syndicated or broadcast through networks such as Mutual or NBC, often in a 30-minute weekly format.
• Due to its generic title, the series is sometimes confused with similar-sounding shows, but it is distinct from Lux Radio Theater or Hollywood Star Time.
Other Information
Episodes varied in genre, ranging from romance and mystery to light comedy and melodrama. Unlike some anthology series that focused exclusively on film adaptations, Hollywood Theater featured both original scripts and dramatized short stories or plays written specifically for radio.
Each episode was introduced with fanfare, often by an announcer who provided context about the featured star and the story to come. The program was accompanied by orchestral music, dramatic sound design, and polished performances that captured the charm and professionalism of the film industry in audio form.
Though it did not run as long as some of its more famous counterparts, Hollywood Theater earned praise for its storytelling quality and for consistently attracting top-tier talent to radio. It contributed to the era’s growing tradition of merging radio drama with Hollywood branding, satisfying the public’s appetite for celebrity-driven entertainment.
Today, Hollywood Theater is remembered as a noteworthy entry in the world of radio anthologies—a series that preserved the allure of cinema while embracing the storytelling power of sound.
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
Mice Price: $11.59
Length: 15
Width: 40
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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