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CBS Radio Mystery Theater – The Dead, Dead Ringer (1975)

The Dead, Dead Ringer (1975) is a classic episode of CBS Radio Mystery Theater, featuring a haunting narrative rooted in identity and the doppelgänger archetype. Written by Sam Dann and hosted by E.G. Marshall, this broadcast exemplifies the artistry of mid-20th-century radio storytelling during its 1970s revival. 🎙️ Program: CBS Radio Mystery Theater Episode: #386 - The Dead, Dead Ringer Original Air Date: November 27, 1975 Genre: Psychological Thriller Running Time: 45 minutes Host: E.G. Marshall The plot follows a man who finds his entire existence threatened when he encounters a physical double who is systematically usurping his identity. As the protagonist attempts to convince his wife, friends, and colleagues that he is the rightful occupant of his own life, he finds himself increasingly isolated and branded as an imposter. The doppelgänger meticulously replicates every detail of his behavior, eventually leaving the original man a desperate fugitive in a world that no longer recognizes him. This psychological thriller examines the fragile nature of selfhood and the terror of being replaced by an identical entity that knows all of one's deepest secrets. 🎭 Starring Cast • Mandel Kramer (Known for his long-running performance as Johnny Dollar in Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar) • Bryna Raeburn (Veteran radio performer active during the mid-20th century in numerous anthology series) • Paul Hecht (Character actor frequently appearing in CBS Radio Mystery Theater and stage productions) • Robert Kaliban (Voice artist and radio actor recognized for his versatility in 1970s audio dramas) 👉 Share this video with your fellow mystery lovers! 📤 📻 Production Notes & Historical Context • This episode was originally broadcast on Thanksgiving Day in 1975. • The writer, Sam Dann, was one of the primary architects of the CBSRMT sound, contributing over 300 scripts to the series. • Mandel Kramer was one of the final actors to portray a major lead during the twilight of the Golden Age of Radio. • The use of doppelgängers was a popular trope in the series as it allowed lead actors to showcase their range by playing dual roles. 💬 Character Quote "I looked into his eyes and I didn't see a stranger. I saw myself, but with a coldness that I didn't think I was capable of possessing." 📡 Broadcasting History The 'dead air' phenomenon was so feared by early broadcasters that NBC and CBS maintained 'standby' organists or pianists ready to play immediately if a technical failure occurred during a live feed. 📻 Vintage Radio Spotlight Zenith Trans-Oceanic H500, 1951. This iconic shortwave portable radio featured a 'Black Stag' finish and a fold-down front cover. It utilized 5 vacuum tubes and covered multiple frequency bands, marketed with the slogan 'The Royalty of Radios.' Hashtags #CBSRMT #OldTimeRadio #MysteryTheater #AudioDrama #VintageRadio #PsychologicalThriller #Doppelganger #RadioMystery #EGMarshall #SamDann #OTR #1970sRadio