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Dangerous Assignment| Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Cold War Thrillers

Dangerous Assignment| Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Cold War Thrillers

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Adam Graham is your guide as each week we present another episode of Dangerous Assignment, a 1949-53 radio starring Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell, a troubleshooter who throws into danger all around the world in stories of mystery and international intrigue.Copyright Adam Graham Art Drama & Plays Entertainment & Performing Arts
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  • Dangerous Assignment: The Hired Assassin

    Dangerous Assignment: The Hired Assassin
    May 6 2026
    Today's Mystery:In Havana, Steve hunts for an international assassin whose latest victim is an American agent who had clues to the assassin's whereabouts.

    Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 27, 1953

    Originating in Hollywood

    Starring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Paul Dubov; Betty Lou Gerson; Tony Barrett; Herb Ellis; Julie Bennett

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    30 mins
  • Dangerous Assignment: Stolen Computer Blueprints

    Dangerous Assignment: Stolen Computer Blueprints
    Apr 28 2026
    Today's Mystery: From the bustling streets of Oslo to the shadowy corners of Hamburg, Mitchell races against time to intercept a stolen set of top-secret blueprints before they fall into the wrong hands.

    Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 20, 1953

    Originated in HollywoodStars: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell, Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner, Brian Donlevy, Dan Riss, GeGe Pearson, Herb Butterfield, Jan Arvan, Paul Frees, Tom Holland

    Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net

    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Q, Patreon Supporter since March 2024

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    Give us a call 208-991-4783

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    32 mins
  • Dangerous Assignment: The Jade Dagger

    Dangerous Assignment: The Jade Dagger
    Apr 22 2026
    Today's Mystery: Sent to Cairo on a mission to clear the United States' name, Steve must navigate a treacherous path of false accusations and political machinations. From the bustling bazaars to the shadowy backstreets, join Steve as he unravels a conspiracy that could sabotage vital international talks. Tune in for a tale of espionage where asking to see a knife might just get you one in the back!

    Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 13, 1953

    Originated in

    : Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell, Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner, Robert Boone, Paul Dubov, Byron Kane, Jan Arvan, Betty Lou Gerson

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    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Tom, Patreon Supporter since August 2022

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    Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715

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    31 mins
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