In Lux Radio Theatre’s swashbuckling adventure “The Buccaneer: Pirates, Patriotism, and the Price of Honor”, Clark Gable stars as the legendary Jean Lafitte, a pirate torn between infamy and integrity. Joined by Olympe Bradna, Akim Tamiroff, and Gertrude Michael, this dramatic retelling of Lafitte’s role in the War of 1812 explores loyalty, love, and redemption.
As British forces threaten New Orleans, Lafitte must choose between a lucrative alliance with the enemy or risking everything to aid General Andrew Jackson and defend the city he once preyed upon. Romance, betrayal, and gripping naval drama unfold in this thrilling tale inspired by history and brought vividly to life on the Lux stage.
Cast Members: Clark Gable, Olympe Bradna, Akim Tamiroff, Gertrude Michael, Clara Blandick, Frank Nelson, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille
Special Guest: Rupert Hughes (Author and Historian)
Air Date: November 14, 1938

In Lux Radio Theatre’s stirring adaptation of That Certain Woman, Carole Lombard and Basil Rathbone deliver deeply affecting performances in this tale of love, loss, and redemption. Lombard stars as Mary Donnell, a resilient woman trying to escape the shadows of her gangster husband’s past, while Rathbone portrays the compassionate lawyer who helps guide her path forward. Caught between societal judgment and personal sacrifice, Mary fights for dignity, love, and her child’s future.
As Mary’s journey unfolds—from tragedy to quiet triumph—this emotionally charged drama asks what it truly means to love selflessly. Adapted from Edmund Goulding’s screenplay and previously filmed by Warner Brothers, this episode blends melodrama with heartfelt realism in a story about finding hope after heartbreak.
Cast Members: Carole Lombard, Basil Rathbone, Geoffrey Lynn, Montague Shaw, Elizabeth Wilbur, Lorene Tuttle, George Pembroke, Galen Galt, Bobby Larson, Frank Nelson, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille
Special Guest: Edmund Goulding (Hollywood director and writer)

In Lux Radio Theatre’s madcap mystery-comedy Seven Keys to Baldpate, Jack Benny and Mary Livingston trade wisecracks, bullets, and ghost stories in a snowbound house with more “one-of-a-kind” keys than anyone expected. When Benny wagers he can write an original drama in 24 hours at Cecil B. DeMille’s remote mountain lodge, he finds himself tangled in a whirlwind of shady characters, hidden treasure, and a possibly homicidal hermit.
Adapted from George M. Cohan’s stage hit (itself based on Earl Derr Biggers’ novel), this riotous romp turns suspense inside out as crooks, heirs, and alleged ghosts parade through the front door—each with their own key and their own scheme. With rapid-fire banter, self-deprecating jabs, and a violin interlude courtesy of special guest Ephraim Zimbalist, the evening’s “thriller” proves to be as much a send-up of melodrama as it is a love letter to it.
Cast Members: Jack Benny, Mary Livingston, Cecil B. DeMille, Margaret Brayton, Ted Osborne, Ross Forrester, Gail Gordon, Lou Merrill, John Fee, Martha Wentworth, Eddie Waller, Joe Kearns, Victor Rodman, Mary Lansing, Frank Nelson, Dorothy Griewatz, Katherine Carlton, Louis Silvers
Special Guest: Ephraim Zimbalist (violinist)

In Lux Radio Theatre’s sparkling adaptation of “Theodora Goes Wild,” Irene Dunne and Cary Grant light up the airwaves in a breezy comedy of secrets, scandal, and small-town rebellion. Dunne plays Theodora Lynn, a seemingly prim Sunday school teacher whose sensational novels, penned under a pseudonym, scandalize her quiet Connecticut town. But when a dashing illustrator (Grant) uncovers her double life, Theodora’s world unravels—and then explodes into color.
As identities are revealed and reputations tested, Theodora must choose between the safety of conformity and the thrill of authenticity. Adapted from the hit Columbia Pictures film, this clever romantic comedy brims with charm, witty banter, and a touch of rebellion against societal expectations.
Cast Members: Irene Dunne, Cary Grant, Kathleen Lockhart, Sarah Hayden, Lou Merrill, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille Special Guest: Gwen Dew (Hollywood writer and globe-trotting journalist)
Air Date: June 13, 1938

In Lux Radio Theatre’s gripping production of “A Doll’s House: Secrets, Sacrifices, and Selfhood,” Joan Crawford and Basil Rathbone deliver powerful performances in Henrik Ibsen’s revolutionary play. This compelling drama explores the quiet struggles and internal awakenings of Nora Helmer, a devoted wife whose world is upended when a long-concealed secret threatens to destroy her carefully constructed domestic life.
As Nora’s inner conflict grows, so does the tension between duty, identity, and independence. With stakes that challenge the very foundations of marriage and selfhood, Ibsen’s masterpiece is brought to life with emotional depth and period authenticity. A moving examination of freedom, truth, and the cost of silence, this adaptation captures the enduring relevance of one woman’s quest to discover who she truly is.
Cast Members: Joan Crawford, Basil Rathbone, Sam Jaffe, Nedda Harrigan, Vernon Steele, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille
Special Guest: Frances Manson (Head of the Story Department, Samuel Goldwyn Productions)

In Lux Radio Theatre’s poignant romantic drama “I Met My Love Again: Lost Time, Rekindled Hearts,” Joan Bennett and Henry Fonda reunite in a touching tale of youthful love, heartbreak, and second chances. Set in the serene college town of Linborough, Vermont, the story follows Julie and Ives—two souls torn apart by a decade of missteps, misjudgments, and missed opportunities. When Julie returns home with her young daughter after years abroad, a chance encounter with her former fiancé reopens old wounds—and reignites a love that refuses to be forgotten.
As emotions swell and past decisions haunt the present, Julie and Ives must face whether love can truly be reborn after so much time. With tender performances and stirring dialogue, this adaptation of the screen hit explores forgiveness, resilience, and the power of enduring affection.
Cast Members: Joan Bennett, Henry Fonda, Mae Robeson, Margaret Hamilton, Louise Platt, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille Special Guest: Jimmy Starr (Hollywood columnist)

In Lux Radio Theatre’s stirring adaptation of W. Somerset Maugham’s “The Letter,” Merle Oberon and Walter Houston lead a powerful cast through a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and courtroom drama. Set in the steamy colonial world of Singapore and the Malay Peninsula, the story centers on Leslie Crosby, the refined wife of a British plantation owner, who is arrested for murder under suspicious circumstances.
As the mystery unfolds, secrets from her past emerge—threatening her marriage, her freedom, and her sanity. This unforgettable broadcast delves into the psychology of a woman torn between passion and duty, as a gripping legal battle determines her fate.
Cast Members: Merle Oberon, Walter Houston, Ralph Forbes, Eric Snowden, Lou Merrill, Leonard Mudie, Raymond Lawrence, Celeste Rush, Sybil Harris, Frank Nelson, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille Special Guest: Carbeth Wells (explorer and author)

In this heartfelt and dramatic episode of Lux Radio Theatre, “The Girl from Tenth Avenue: Love Across the Divide,” Hollywood luminaries Loretta Young and George Brent star in a compelling story of romance, social boundaries, and redemption. Adapted from the 1935 Warner Bros. film, the episode follows Miriam Brady, a hardworking girl from the wrong side of the tracks, and Geoffrey Sherwood, a wealthy man reeling from heartbreak. A chance meeting leads to a whirlwind marriage, thrusting Miriam into a world of privilege and scrutiny.

As the couple navigates class differences, meddling friends, and old flames, they must decide if love can truly conquer all. With sharp dialogue, emotional performances, and an insightful interlude on etiquette from special guest Mrs. Emily Post, this episode delivers both drama and charm. Don’t miss the uplifting conclusion as hope and understanding bring two worlds together.

Cast Members: Loretta Young, George Brent, Beulah Bondi, Mona Barry, Eric Snowden, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille
Special Guest: Mrs. Emily Post (World-famous etiquette authority)
Original Airdate: May 16, 1938

In this sparkling episode of Lux Radio Theatre, “My Man Godfrey: Forgotten Men and Manhattan Madcaps,” Hollywood legends William Powell and Carole Lombard lead an all-star cast through a whirlwind of wit, romance, and social satire. When the eccentric Bullock family plucks a mysterious “forgotten man” from a city dump to win a high-society scavenger hunt, they never expect their new butler, Godfrey, to turn their world upside down—or to capture their hearts in the process. Adapted from Eric Hatch’s beloved screwball comedy, this rollicking tale dives beneath the glitter of Manhattan’s elite to reveal the true meaning of kindness, purpose, and love. With plenty of wisecracks, misadventures, and poignant moments, “My Man Godfrey” delivers laughter and warmth from its opening lines to its fairy-tale ending.

Cast Members: William Powell, Carole Lombard, Gail Patrick, Mischa Auer, David Niven, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille

Special Guests: Madeline Fields (Carol Lombard’s friend and business manager), Eric Hatch (author of the original story)

Aired: May 9, 1938

In this powerful episode of Lux Radio Theatre, “The Prisoner of Shark Island: Justice on Trial,” Hollywood legends Gary Cooper, Fay Wray, and Walter Connolly lead a gripping dramatization based on one of the most dramatic chapters in American history. The story follows Dr. Samuel A. Mudd, a physician condemned to life imprisonment after treating John Wilkes Booth—the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Adapted from the acclaimed 20th Century Fox film, this stirring tale explores the boundaries of justice, loyalty, and the redemptive power of courage.

With breathtaking performances and the rare appearance of Mrs. Nettie Mudd-Monroe, Dr. Mudd’s own daughter, as the special guest, this episode brings to life the tragic ordeal, unwavering hope, and eventual triumph of a man who maintained his innocence against all odds. As Dr. Mudd battles through accusation, imprisonment on the infamous Dry Tortugas, and a devastating yellow fever outbreak, listeners are reminded of the enduring human spirit and the possibility of redemption.

Cast Members: Gary Cooper, Fay Wray, Walter Connolly, John Carradine, Ernest Whitman, Joan Carroll, Francis MacDonald, Ted Osborne, Albert Van Dekker, John Deering, Victor Rodman, Lee Malar, Frank Shannon, Lou Merrill, Earl Gunn, Warren McCullum, Frank Nelson, Cracker Henderson, Libby Taylor, Jester Hairston, Clarence Hargrave, Jack Carr, Louis Silvers (orchestra), Cecil B. DeMille (host)

Special Guest: Mrs. Nettie Mudd-Monroe (daughter of Dr. Samuel A. Mudd) Hollywood Radio Editors (audience guests)

Date: May 2, 1938