Captain Midnight

Captain Midnight



Ah, Captain Midnight! A classic from the golden age of radio. Let’s dive into the cockpit and explore this thrilling adventure series. Captain Midnight was a U.S. radio serial that aired from 1938 to 1949. Sponsored by the Skelly Oil Company, it captured the imaginations of listeners across the nation. The show’s creators were radio scripters Wilfred G. Moore and Robert M. Burtt. The story revolved around Captain Midnight, an intrepid aviator who faced off against the notorious villain Ivan Shark, an international criminal. Alongside Captain Midnight was his young ward, Chuck Ramsay, and the resourceful Patsy Donovan. Their adventures spanned the globe, taking them from pre-World War II intrigue to post-war mysteries. The show began as a syndicated serial in 1938, airing on Midwest stations like Chicago’s WGN. Later, it became part of the Mutual Broadcasting System and eventually moved to the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) in 1945.


11 July 2024

Aerial Danger and Hidden Treasures: Captain Midnight's Challenge

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In this thrilling episode of Captain Midnight, our heroes find themselves in a tense situation under the starry Mexican sky. Captain Midnight, along with Ma and Patsy Donovan, Slim Poole, Chuck Ramsey, and Senor Paredes' nephew, Pebbles, are enjoying a peaceful evening when the ominous drone of an airplane engine disrupts their tranquility. The group quickly springs into action to extinguish their campfire, fearing detection by the enemy.

As the plane circles overhead, Captain Midnight and Chuck discuss the possibility of an aerial attack being a diversion for a ground assault. The tension mounts as they try to stay hidden and avoid becoming targets. Meanwhile, back at the hacienda, the villainous Ivan Shark is plotting his next move. He interrogates Dolores Paredes, seeking the location of her family's treasure, while his henchmen report on their reconnaissance mission.

The episode ends with Captain Midnight devising a daring plan to confront Ivan Shark directly, despite the risks involved. Will Dolores reveal the treasure's location? Can Captain Midnight and his team outsmart Ivan Shark and his men? Tune in to find out in the next exciting installment of Captain Midnight.


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