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CBS Radio Mystery Theater – The Guy De Maupassant Murders (1977)

The Guy De Maupassant Murders (1977) is a classic episode of CBS Radio Mystery Theater, featuring a chilling narrative rooted in madness and literary obsession. Written by Sam Dann and hosted by E.G. Marshall, this broadcast exemplifies the artistry of mid-20th-century radio storytelling. 🎙️ Program: CBS Radio Mystery Theater Episode: #0715 - The Guy De Maupassant Murders Original Air Date: September 26, 1977 Genre: Psychological Thriller Running Time: 45:00 Host: E.G. Marshall This psychological thriller centers on a string of sensational murders targeting young women, each accompanied by a cryptic note left by the killer. Miss Mullins, an erudite assistant to the imposing Judge James Marshall Wilmet, begins to notice that the writing style of these notes bears a striking resemblance to the dark prose of 19th-century French author Guy de Maupassant. While she attempts to track the literary connection, the judge remains strangely detached, eventually revealing a warped philosophy where he believes himself to be an instrument of nature. As the boundary between the judge's respected public persona and his inner psychosis dissolves, the episode explores the terrifying intersection of high intellect and homicidal mania. 👇 Find More Shows You'll Love: 🐈‍⬛    • CBS Radio Mystery Theater   🚀    • X Minus One   🎭    • Escape   📻    • Suspense Radio Show   🎭 Starring Cast • Marian Seldes: Known for frequent appearances in CBS Radio MysterAy Theater and as a distinguished stage performer. • Fred Gwynne: Veteran radio performer active during the 1970s radio revival and known for his deep, resonant voice. • Martha Greenhouse: Performer frequently heard in New York-based radio dramas and active in theatrical productions. • Nat Polen: Known for appearances in various radio mystery anthologies and long-running daytime television dramas. 👉 Help others discover these classics—hit Share! 📻 Production Notes & Historical Context • The episode's script by Sam Dann is a thematic rework of an earlier story, mirroring the plot of 'Diary of a Madman' which was also based on Maupassant's work. • This broadcast marked the first run on September 26, 1977, with a notable repeat occurring on February 15, 1978. • The production utilized the signature creaking door sound effect, a hallmark of producer Himan Brown's work since the Inner Sanctum Mysteries era. • The plot specifically references Maupassant's personal biographical struggles with mental health to enhance the narrative tension. 💬 Character Quote "But it's against the law my dear... the supreme law is the law of nature, and the law of nature always condemns the weak and defenseless to death, doesn't it?" 📡 Broadcasting History Himan Brown, the producer of this series, was a pioneer of the 'creaking door' sound effect, which he originally used in the 1940s to establish an immediate sense of dread for listeners. 📻 Vintage Radio Spotlight Zenith Trans-Oceanic H500 (1951). This 'Super Trans-Oceanic' model featured a rugged black stag-covered cabinet and a 5-tube chassis capable of receiving standard AM and several shortwave bands. Its marketing slogan was 'The Royalty of Radios.' Hashtags #CBSRMT #OldTimeRadio #MysteryTheater #EGMarshall #RadioDrama #1970sRadio #GuyDeMaupassant #PsychologicalThriller #RadioHistory #ClassicRadio #Suspense #AudioDrama