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Control Number: 7550587
Dangerous Assignment 115 Episodes
Dangerous Assignment is one of radio’s most exciting international adventure series, starring the cool-headed, smooth-talking government agent Steve Mitchell, who travels the globe on top-secret missions. Premiering in 1949, the show plunges listeners into a world of espionage, political intrigue, sabotage, and undercover danger. Whether he’s tracking down stolen documents in Cairo, unraveling a spy ring in Paris, or confronting smugglers in the South Pacific, Steve Mitchell never knows what deadly surprises await him—and neither do the listeners.
What set the series apart was its fast pacing, exotic settings, and crisp narration. Each episode opens with Steve being summoned by “the Commissioner,” who hands him a vague but perilous assignment with one clear instruction:
“Go to [foreign country] and get to the bottom of it.”
From that moment on, listeners were swept into a suspense-filled world of shifting loyalties, shadowy informants, double-crosses, and narrow escapes. The show’s travelogue style—moving from country to country each week—gave it a cinematic, globe-trotting flavor that kept audiences hooked.
The Stars
Brian Donlevy — As Steve Mitchell, delivering a blend of rugged charm, sardonic wit, and unshakable courage. Donlevy’s authoritative voice grounded the action and made him one of radio’s most memorable operatives.
Herb Butterfield — As “The Commissioner,” whose briefings sent Steve into another round of danger.
A rotating cast of top radio performers—Paul Dubov, Betty Lou Gerson, Lillian Buyeff, Edgar Barrier, Ben Wright, Jack Kruschen, and others—portrayed informants, villains, allies, and mysterious figures Steve encountered around the world.
The show’s performances gave richness to its atmospheric scripts, enhancing the suspense and international intrigue.
Key Dates
1949: Dangerous Assignment premieres on NBC as a summer replacement, quickly proving popular enough to receive a full-season run.
1949 1953: The series continues with strong ratings, producing most of its best-known episodes during this period.
1950s: The program is adapted into a television series, again starring Brian Donlevy, expanding the franchise’s success.
1953: Radio production winds down, though the show remains widely collected thanks to its suspense, action, and exotic storytelling.
Other Information
Dangerous Assignment stands as one of radio’s finest espionage dramas—lean, atmospheric, and tightly constructed. Its formula of “assignment + foreign intrigue + unexpected twist” made each story feel like a miniature spy thriller.
Collectors especially appreciate:
The dramatic use of international settings, from Europe to Asia to the Middle East
Brian Donlevy’s charismatic performance and iconic narration
Realistic espionage elements blended with brisk adventure plotting
Moody sound design featuring harbor noises, bazaars, nightclubs, and the tense hum of spy activity
Its compact, suspense-driven episodes make Dangerous Assignment endlessly re-listenable and a standout in the world of globe-trotting undercover adventure.
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: $24.99
Mice Price: $19.49
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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