Mercury Theatre on the Air – “The Man Who Was Thursday” (September 5, 1938)

https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A gripping adaptation of G.K. Chesterton’s surreal espionage thriller, performed by the legendary Mercury Theatre on the Air. In this mysterious tale, a poet is recruited into a secret anti-anarchist police force and assigned the code name “Thursday.” What follows is a shadowy descent into conspiracy, hidden identities, and philosophical intrigue as he infiltrates a council of masked revolutionaries—only to discover that nothing is what it seems. Broadcast on September 5, 1938, this powerful radio drama showcases the dramatic intensity and innovative storytelling that made Mercury Theatre one of the most influential productions of the Golden Age of Radio. Atmospheric performances, layered suspense, and sharp dialogue transform Chesterton’s strange novel into an unforgettable audio experience. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio. Source: OTRR.org – Certified Public Domain Collection. Restoration and curation by Old Time Retro Radio. 🎧 Listen to Old Time Retro Radio on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 📻 Search Old Time Retro Radio on your favorite podcast app to explore the complete collection. #OldTimeRadio, #GoldenAgeBroadcast, #ClassicRadioDrama, #MercuryTheatre, #VintageRadio