A classic suspense drama from the golden age of radio — plus bonus commentary and trivia after the show.

Suspense – “Sorry, Wrong Number” (1943)

Step back into the golden age of radio with Suspense, “Radio’s Outstanding Theater of Thrills.” In this 1943 classic, “Sorry, Wrong Number,” an invalid woman confined to her bed accidentally overhears a conversation about a planned murder — and slowly realizes that the intended victim may be her.

After the broadcast, stay tuned for bonus commentary and behind-the-scenes trivia — including how Agnes Moorehead’s legendary performance defined the role, the script’s evolution from stage to screen, and why this chilling tale still holds the crown as radio’s most famous thriller.

Originally aired: 1943Approx. runtime: 33 minutes