Sunday Night Playhouse - My Cousin Rachel - Olivia De Havilland & Daphne du Maurier

Step back in time to the golden age of radio as Vintage Classic Radio proudly presents "My Cousin Rachel," a captivating radio play written by the renowned Daphne du Maurier. On this week's Sunday Night Playhouse, airing on September 7th, 1953, audiences will be transported into a world of mystery and intrigue, brought to life by a stellar cast led by the iconic Olivia De Havilland. Join us as we follow the gripping tale of Philip Ashley, portrayed by Olivia De Havilland, whose world is shattered by the sudden demise of his beloved cousin Ambrose. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque villa in Florence, Italy, Philip arrives too late, only to find Ambrose's cryptic letter hinting at his torment and his belief that his wife, Rachel, played by De Havilland, was responsible for his untimely death. Ambrose's beautiful and enigmatic wife, Rachel, a double widow, arrives in England a few months later, unsettling Philip's suspicions with her charm and grace. As Philip grapples with his distrust, an unexpected emotion begins to take hold - love. Has Rachel truly ensnared his heart, or is her allure merely a facade hiding a sinister agenda? This Vintage Classic Radio production boasts stellar performances by a talented cast that includes: Olivia De Havilland as Rachel as Philip Ashley as Ambrose Experience the seductive power of love and deception in "My Cousin Rachel," as timeless performances and Du Maurier's masterful storytelling weave a tale that will leave you questioning motives and unraveling truths. Tune in to Sunday Night Playhouse on Vintage Classic Radio where we bring to life timeless classics of the golden age of radio from the 1930s to the 1960s.