Today’s Mystery: A mysterious intruder awakens Simon Templar in the middle of the night to describe what appears to be the perfect murder. When the wealthy financier at the center of the tale dies exactly as predicted, The Saint finds himself investigating a case where revenge, greed, and murder may not be what they seem.
Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 30, 1950
Originating from Hollywood
Starring: Vincent Price as Simon Templar
Also featuring Jeanne Bates, Lou Merrill, Fred Howard, Jack Edwards Jr., and Larry DobkinScript by Louis VittesMusic composed and conducted by Vaughn Dexter
Produced by James L. Saphier
Directed by Helen MackAnnouncer: Don Stanley
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