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Amidst a relentless Kansas heatwave, Dodge City is on edge. Marshal Matt Dillon, along with Doc and Chester, ventures out to the ranch of old man Gore, who reports that one of his hired hands has gone mad, shooting at cattle and causing chaos. 

The story begins when Orfamay Quest, a prim young woman from Manhattan, Kansas, hires private detective Philip Marlowe to find her missing brother, Orrin. She claims he moved to Los Angeles and has since disappeared.

The episode opens with the lynching of Billy Saxton, a young man accused of murder, executed without the benefit of a trial. Marshal Matt Dillon, committed to upholding the law, seeks to uncover the truth behind the lynching and bring those responsible to justice. As Dillon investigates, he confronts the challenges of gathering evidence in a community where fear and prejudice have taken hold.

Hannah Tolman approaches U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon with a plea to protect her father, Jed Tolman, by placing him in jail. She fears for his safety, suspecting that someone intends to kill him. Jed, a hard-drinking man with a secret, refuses to disclose who might be after him. The situation intensifies when it's revealed that Jed's son, Vic Tolman—recently released from prison for robbery and murder—may be involved. Marshal Dillon must navigate the tangled web of the Tolman family's past and present to prevent further bloodshed.

U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the murder of two cowboys, leading him to suspect that a man named Ord Spicer is selling rifles to the Cheyenne tribe. As Dillon delves deeper, he uncovers a tangled web of deceit and betrayal.

Thorne Finley, the arrogant and reckless son of wealthy cattle baron Big Jack Finley, instigates a fight in a saloon with a man he perceives as a "pasty-faced tenderfoot." Unbeknownst to him, this man is the notorious gunfighter Doc Holliday. Marshal Matt Dillon intervenes, jailing Thorne to prevent further violence.

In this gripping tale, two rowdy Texas cowboys, after indulging in excessive drinking, begin harassing women on the streets of Dodge City. Chester, ever the gentleman, steps in to defuse the situation, politely asking the men to leave the ladies alone. However, the cowboys respond with brutality, roping Chester and dragging him behind a horse, leaving him severely injured and barely alive.

The tranquility of Dodge City is disrupted when a stagecoach is ambushed, resulting in the theft of $50,000 in gold and the apparent kidnapping of Mr. Carter's fiancée. However, as Marshal Matt Dillon delves into the investigation, inconsistencies arise. Witness accounts suggest that the young woman may have left willingly with the robbers, casting doubt on the nature of her abduction.

U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the brutal murders of two buffalo hunters and their father. The killings are linked to a stolen albino buffalo skin, a rare and culturally significant item. As Dillon delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit and greed, where the desire for profit from buffalo hides leads to violence and betrayal.

Lori is a possessive mother who has devoted her life to raising her son, Larry. Now 25, Larry is engaged to be married, a development that Lori perceives as a threat to their close-knit relationship. Determined to keep her son to herself, she embarks on a manipulative campaign to sabotage his engagement.

Set in the hilly regions of western Pennsylvania, the tale follows two men who deliberately derail a train to steal a payroll intended for mine workers. Their actions result in a catastrophic wreck, leading to multiple deaths. Shortly after, they encounter a mysterious old man who warns them about the "Judgment Special"—a spectral train that appears to those who have committed heinous acts. He ominously suggests that this ghostly locomotive will soon come for them.

Philip Marlowe is hired by wealthy businessman Derace Kingsley to locate his estranged wife, Crystal, who has been missing for a month. Kingsley received a telegram from Crystal stating she was heading to Mexico to divorce him and marry a man named Chris Lavery. However, when Kingsley confronted Lavery, he denied any knowledge of Crystal's whereabouts.

U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon confronts a tense situation when an Army payroll is stolen, and two soldiers are murdered. The commanding officer of Fort Dodge, Major Harris, threatens to impose martial law on Dodge City unless the culprits are apprehended within 48 hours.

In this episode, Dodge City is unsettled by a series of mysterious stabbings. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates these crimes, which seem to be connected to Ben Slade's saloon. As tensions rise and a lynch mob threatens to take justice into their own hands, Dillon must uncover the truth behind the murders to restore order.

In “Jaliscoe,” U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon encounters a man named Jaliscoe Pete, a Mexican drifter who arrives in Dodge City seeking work. Despite Pete's friendly demeanour, he faces suspicion and hostility from some townsfolk due to his heritage. When a series of thefts occur, Pete becomes the prime suspect.

The episode opens with the discovery of Clay Richards, a notorious bank robber and murderer, found dead near a river by a German immigrant farmer named Ziggler. Despite Ziggler's insistence on his innocence, suspicion quickly falls upon him, and tensions rise within the community.

“The Waxwork” is a chilling episode from the classic radio series Suspense.

Raymond Hewson, a freelance journalist seeking a sensational story, arranges to spend the night in the "Murderers' Den" of Marriner's Waxworks—a gallery showcasing lifelike figures of infamous killers. Among these is Dr. Bourdette, a notorious French murderer known for hypnotizing his victims before slashing their throats.

In "The High Window," private detective Philip Marlowe is hired by the wealthy and imperious Mrs. Elizabeth Bright Murdock to recover a stolen rare coin, the Brasher Doubloon, believed to have been taken by her estranged daughter-in-law, Linda Conquest. As Marlowe delves into the case, he uncovers a tangled web of deceit, blackmail, and murder.

Philip Marlowe is hired by General Sternwood, a wealthy, elderly man confined to his greenhouse, who wants the detective to quietly resolve a matter of blackmail involving his wild younger daughter, Carmen Sternwood. A man named Arthur Geiger has apparently taken compromising photographs of her.

But Marlowe quickly realizes that Carmen's case is just the beginning of a far more tangled mystery.

Anton Kroll, a grim and cynical man in his forties, recently released from prison after serving 20 years for a murder he claims he didn’t commit. Hardened by time and betrayal, Anton is determined to get revenge on the two men who framed him.

On a foggy evening as Martin Rutledge, a young, ambitious lawyer, boards a late-night train to return home from a business trip. He’s seated alone in a dimly lit compartment — until, at the next station, a mysterious woman dressed entirely in black enters and sits silently across from him.

She is pale, elegant, and strangely familiar. Though she never speaks, Martin feels an unsettling chill in her presence.

As the train rolls on through the night, Martin dozes off — only to awaken with a start. The woman is still there, staring directly at him, her eyes filled with sadness and something… accusatory.

When he finally reaches his stop, the woman vanishes — though no one recalls seeing her board or disembark.

Joe Cranston, a cold-blooded career criminal awaiting execution on death row. As the episode begins, Joe is visited by a reporter who wants to know why Cranston isn't afraid to die.

Joe smiles darkly and begins recounting his story — a tale of murder, betrayal, and a supernatural pact.

The episode opens with a man named George Madsen waking up on New Year’s Day in a strange hotel room — confused, hungover, and with no memory of the night before. Things quickly spiral into terror when he discovers blood on his hands and shirt, and a newspaper headline screaming about a murder that took place just hours ago.

Ken Avery, a charismatic stage hypnotist who performs mind-bending tricks for thrilled audiences in smoky nightclubs. But behind the smooth exterior lies a manipulative and dangerous man — someone who has learned that if you believe strongly enough… the mind will follow.

Andre Duval, a once-renowned composer now living in reclusive obscurity in Paris. Years ago, Duval suffered a public breakdown after the tragic death of his young wife, Elise — a gifted violinist who was also his musical muse. Since her passing, Duval has refused to compose a single note.

Then, one rainy night, a stranger arrives at his home: Madame Lemaire, a mysterious patron of the arts, who offers Duval a lucrative commission to write a new symphony — one that will capture death itself in music. She provides no deadline, no rules. Only one condition: it must be completed alone, in her ancestral chateau in the countryside.

Cathy Evans, a lonely telephone operator in a quiet rural town, begins experiencing strange occurrences during her overnight shifts at the exchange. Late at night, one specific line keeps lighting up — but when she answers, there’s nothing but silence.

In a remote countryside mansion on a stormy night, this gothic-style thriller centres around Ellen, a young woman recently released from a sanatorium following a nervous breakdown. Her uncle, Edward Mallory, a wealthy and reclusive man, invites her to stay with him in his vast, creaking home in the hopes of helping her recover.

Assistant District Attorney Paul Anderson, a principled young prosecutor who becomes disillusioned after a wealthy, well-connected man named Victor Kendall is acquitted of murder. Despite overwhelming evidence, Kendall’s slick defence attorney manipulates the jury and exploits legal loopholes, leading to a shocking verdict: Not Guilty.

The story begins in a shadowy bunker beneath Berlin. Hitler is depicted as increasingly unstable, paranoid, and ranting at invisible enemies. As the Allies close in, his generals desert him, and even his most loyal followers grow fearful of his madness.

Then, late one night, a stranger appears in the bunker — dressed in black, calm, and polite. No one sees him enter. His presence terrifies the few aides still loyal to the Führer. Hitler believes he’s an emissary sent to help him escape. But the stranger only smiles.

Charles Foster is a mild-mannered bank teller — quiet, dependable, and utterly forgettable. But one morning, he wakes up in a strange hotel room… with a gun in his hand… and blood on his clothes. He has no memory of how he got there.

Dr. Charles Laughton, a brilliant but obsessive neurologist, becomes fixated on unlocking the secrets of the human mind — specifically, the mystery of what happens when we sleep. He hypothesizes that the mind is capable of traveling beyond the physical world during deep sleep, accessing dimensions unknown.

Ricardo, a renowned mentalist who possesses an uncanny ability to control others' thoughts. Obsessed with his wife, Helen, Ricardo becomes increasingly jealous when she falls in love with another man, Tom. Determined not to lose her, Ricardo devises a sinister plan to manipulate Tom into murdering Helen, ensuring that if he cannot have her, no one else will.

Joe, a desperate man in need of $1,500 for his wife's life-saving surgery. Unable to secure a loan, Joe's situation becomes dire. An unexpected encounter with a would-be mugger leads to a surprising turn of events, culminating in an ironic twist where Joe's actions have unforeseen consequences.

Chris Arnold, a young man who becomes infatuated with Rana, a captivating Egyptian woman with an uncanny affinity for cats. Despite being in a committed relationship, Chris is drawn to Rana's enigmatic charm and ultimately marries her, abandoning his true love.

As their marriage progresses, Chris discovers Rana's intense jealousy and her unsettling control over cats. Her obsession escalates to the point where she uses her feline companions to exact revenge on those she perceives as threats.

Philip Drake, a wealthy stockbroker, who discovers that his wife of three months, Vivian, plans to leave him for another man. In a fit of jealousy and rage, Philip shoots Vivian just as her brother, Roger, arrives at their country estate. Surprisingly, Roger offers to help Philip cover up the crime, suggesting they bury Vivian's body in the woods.

A young scientist who visits the secluded laboratory of his former mentor, Dr. Clark. Dr. Clark has developed an advanced robot named Alpha, notable for its immense strength and delicate precision. However, the robot's brain is constructed from biological material derived from a criminal's brain, raising ethical concerns. Tensions escalate when Alpha kills Dr. Clark, and the remaining assistant, Barton, reveals plans to create an even more advanced robot, Beta, potentially leading to an army of such machines .

Sandra, a beautiful and clever teenager deeply attached to her widowed father, Stephen. When Stephen remarries a woman named Helen, Sandra becomes intensely jealous, feeling that Helen is coming between her and her father. Determined to eliminate her new stepmother, Sandra begins to plot various ways to get rid of her, aiming to restore the exclusive bond she once shared with her father. 

The story centres on two elderly sisters, Martha and Elouises, who are moved into the countryside home of their nephew and his wife. Although initially treated well, the sisters grow increasingly uneasy. They feel isolated and begin to suspect that their relatives are mismanaging their estate. Their anxiety intensifies when their cats die after eating food meant for them, leading them to fear for their own safety.

The episode unfolds with Holmes and Russell devising a plan to lure Donleavy into the open. They feign a rift in their partnership, hoping to exploit Donleavy's desire for revenge. Their strategy leads them to a final confrontation in Sussex, where Donleavy reveals herself as the mastermind behind previous threats, including the kidnapping of Jessica Simpson. A tense struggle ensues, culminating in Donleavy's death and Russell sustaining a serious injury

During her recovery, Russell grapples with the emotional aftermath of the ordeal. A letter from Jessica Simpson provides solace, reaffirming the significance of her partnership with Holmes.

In this episode, Sherlock Holmes emerges from retirement as he and Mary Russell face a formidable adversary targeting them and their associates. The title, a nod to beekeeping terminology, symbolizes the strategic isolation of a queen bee, paralleling the tactics employed by Holmes and Russell to confront their enemy.

"The Affair of the Senator’s Daughter," continues the narrative of Mary Russell's apprenticeship under Sherlock Holmes. In this episode, Holmes and Russell are tasked with rescuing Jessica Simpson, the daughter of an American senator, who has been kidnapped. Their investigation leads them to Wales, where they employ disguises and deductive reasoning to locate and free the young girl. This case not only tests Russell's developing detective skills but also strengthens the partnership between her and Holmes.

Set in April 1915, the story begins with 15-year-old Mary Russell, an orphan living with her aunt in Sussex, England. While walking the Sussex Downs, she encounters the retired Sherlock Holmes, now a beekeeper. Recognizing her sharp intellect, Holmes takes Mary under his wing as his apprentice. Their partnership quickly evolves as they collaborate on a case involving espionage, marking the resurgence of Holmes's detective work and the beginning of Mary's training .

Starring: Harold Huber as Hercule Poirot.

In this episode, a cunning couple devises a plan to use Poirot to establish a perfect alibi for a murder. However, they severely underestimate Poirot's keen intellect and deductive abilities. As the plot unfolds, Poirot unravels their scheme, ensuring that justice is served

Starring: Harold Huber as Hercule Poirot.

In this eerie episode, Poirot is enlisted to investigate a series of grave robberies. The case takes a macabre turn when Poirot finds himself inside a coffin, wearing a strong perfume, as part of his strategy to apprehend the culprit behind the missing corpses. The story blends elements of mystery and the supernatural, showcasing Poirot's deductive prowess in a chilling scenario.

Starring: Harold Huber as Hercule Poirot.

Poirot is summoned by a domineering elderly woman to discreetly investigate the murder of her maid. As Poirot delves into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies within the household, leading to a surprising revelation about the true identity of the murderer.

Starring: Harold Huber as Hercule Poirot.

In this debut American adventure, Poirot arrives in New York City and seeks to rent an apartment. However, upon inspecting a potential rental, he discovers a corpse in the room. The victim appears to have been strangled, and the door was barricaded from the inside. Poirot collaborates with his new secretary, Abigail Fletcher, and Inspector Stevens of the NYPD to unravel the mystery. Through his signature deductive reasoning, Poirot uncovers the truth behind the murder and brings the culprit to justice .

In "The Bride Wore Fright," Poirot returns to his apartment to find a woman in a wedding dress hiding from a man she refuses to marry. As the story unfolds, Poirot discovers that the persistent suitor is, in fact, a murderer. Employing his signature wit and deductive skills, Poirot devises a plan to trap the criminal and ensure justice is served. 

Starring Harold Huber as Hercule Poirot

The story opens at a lavish masquerade ball held at the estate of Armand LaFontaine, a wealthy French émigré and patron of the arts. The guest list includes socialites, diplomats, artists — and Hercule Poirot, attending as an observer and reluctant participant.

The evening begins festively, with guests in elaborate masks, costumes, and swirling champagne. But Poirot, always observant, senses undercurrents of tension — whispered arguments, exchanged glances, and a curious lack of trust among the hosts.

Starring Harold Huber as Hercule Poirot

Poirot is invited to a seaside resort under unusual circumstances — an anonymous note warns that a murder will soon take place, and Poirot is the only one who can prevent it. He arrives to find a wealthy social circle filled with tension, secrets, and simmering romantic jealousies.

The story resumes with the Midwich Children — now around nine years old, though their physical and intellectual development suggests they are already teenagers. Their identical appearance (pale skin, silvery-blonde hair, and luminous golden eyes) continues to unnerve the villagers, but it's their behavior that deepens the fear.

The children demonstrate remarkable intelligence, impeccable memory, and, most disturbingly, a shared consciousness. What one child learns, all seem to know. When one is injured, they all feel it. It becomes clear: the children function as a single group mind, capable of telepathic communication and mental coercion.