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Welcome to The Marlow Files, a show that brings you classic noir detective stories from the golden age of radio. Rediscover the hard-boiled world of Raymond Chandler's iconic private eye through these re-broadcasts of the beloved radio program. First airing in 1947, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe became one of radio's most celebrated detective series, known for its sharp dialogue, atmospheric storytelling, and compelling mysteries. Follow Philip Marlowe, brought to life by talented radio actors, as he navigates the mean streets of Los Angeles, solving cases that take him from penthouses to dive bars, uncovering secrets, lies, and deadly schemes along the way. What sets Philip Marlowe apart is its noir atmosphere, witty narration, and complex plots that keep you guessing until the very end. Each episode delivers a complete mystery filled with memorable characters, dangerous dames, and the kind of tough-talking detective work that defined the genre. Whether you're a longtime fan of old-time radio or discovering these classic mysteries for the first time, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe promises to deliver suspenseful entertainment and a nostalgic journey through one of radio's most iconic detective series. Tune in and let the mysteries of Philip Marlowe captivate your imagination.
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Originally Aired: September 20, 1949 Philo Vance #63, "The Penny Ante Murder Case partial," When private detective Dan Smith is murdered, Philo Vance infiltrates a supposedly penny ante poker game to investigate the susp
Originally Aired: September 13, 1949 Philo Vance #62, "Checkerboard Murder Case," A mysterious masked robber in a checkered suit and gray hat terrorizes multiple victims across town in what appears to be an impossible cr
Originally Aired: September 6, 1949 Philo Vance #61, "Oxford Murder Case," Philo Vance takes a leisurely hansom cab ride through the park on his way to meet District Attorney Markham, only to be drawn into a mysterious s
Originally Aired: August 30, 1949 Philo Vance #60, "Brotherly Murder Case," opens with a thrilling chase sequence as two criminals, Tommy and his boss, flee from police after a botched robbery that leaves Tommy wounded b
Originally Aired: August 23, 1949 Philo Vance #59, "Blue Penny Murder Case," opens with Philo Vance and District Attorney Markham enjoying an afternoon of skeet shooting, locked in a competitive tie. Their leisurely cont
Originally Aired: August 16, 1949 Philo Vance #58, "Johnny a Murder Case," Gang leader Johnny A. coldly executes rival mobster Nick Keating with a shotgun blast through a window, then drives to his girlfriend Sonny Belmo
Originally Aired: August 2, 1949 Philo Vance #56, "Tick Tock Murder Case," begins with detectives Dan and Billy passing time at police headquarters playing Pinochle, with Dan owing Billy a mere 28 cents after another los
Originally Aired: July 26, 1949 Philo Vance #55, "Cheesecake Murder Case," opens with a deceptively tender domestic scene between Jane Ashley and her boyfriend Billy. Over an uneaten piece of cheesecake, Jane playfully t
Originally Aired: July 19, 1949 Philo Vance #54, "Racket Murder Case," opens with a puzzling encounter when a young woman arrives at Vance's office with her companion Jack Davis. She becomes upset when Vance calls her Be
Originally Aired: July 12, 1949 Philo Vance #53, "One Cent Murder Case," Dale Leslie bursts into Philo Vance's office with an urgent problem. She's about to sign a Hollywood contract, but Al Baker, owner of a penny arcad
Originally Aired: July 5, 1949 Philo Vance #52, "White Murder Case," begins with the detective being ambushed outside his own home by two armed men, Ricky and Harry, working an extortion scheme against wealthy Peter Whit
Originally Aired: June 28, 1949 Philo Vance #51, "Motor Murder Case," takes listeners into the dangerous world of midget car racing where ambition and betrayal collide at deadly speeds. Joe Turner, an ambitious young mec
Originally Aired: June 21, 1949 Philo Vance #50, "Peacock Murder Case," begins with an unexpected and violent intrusion into the detective's office. Early one morning, as Vance works through the night in his office, a my
Originally Aired: June 14, 1949 Philo Vance #49, "Combination Murder Case," finds wealthy socialite Joyce Dixon in a deadly confrontation with her ex-fiance, David Allen. When Allen arrives at her home after receiving a
Originally Aired: June 7, 1949 In Philo Vance #48, "Mistletoe Murder," District Attorney Markham believes the murder maestro should investigate when millionaire Simon Joyce is struck down by a hit-and-run driver on Mistl
Originally Aired: May 31, 1949 Philo Vance #47, "Red Duck Murder," opens with a tense confrontation in a counterfeiting operation. Joe D'Angelo runs a scheme manufacturing fake hundred dollar bills, and his associate Edd
Originally Aired: May 24, 1949 Philo Vance #46, "Hurdy Gurdy Murder," In this tense episode, nightclub singer Josie finds herself in a dangerous confrontation with her boss Joe Tanner after insulting the customers during
Originally Aired: May 17, 1949 Philo Vance #45, "Butterfly Murder Case," opens with a heated confrontation between Laura and her devoted admirer John, a chemist earning a modest salary. John desperately tries to warn Lau
Originally Aired: May 10, 1949 In Philo Vance #44, "Meanest Man Murder Case," wealthy construction company owner Walter Benton lives up to his reputation as the cruelest man alive. When his desperate niece Irene begs him
Originally Aired: May 3, 1949 Philo Vance #43, "Masters Murder Case," brings the detective face to face with the dark underbelly of political corruption. A young idealist named Masters stands on street corners delivering
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