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The Secrets of Scotland Yard
Entertainment Radio
Frequency: 1 episode/1d. Total Eps: 18

"The Secrets of Scotland Yard" was a popular old-time radio crime drama series that aired in the United States.
Here's a summary of its key aspects:
- Premise: The show dramatized true crime stories that were solved by Scotland Yard, the renowned police force in London, England. Each episode featured a different case, offering listeners an inside look into the investigative techniques used by the Yard.
- Air Dates: The series originally aired in the United States from 1949 to 1952. Some sources indicate that selected episodes also had a brief run on the Mutual network in 1957.
- Host: The program was primarily hosted by English actor Clive Brook. He provided background information and commentary on the cases.
- Content: "The Secrets of Scotland Yard" was known for its attention to detail and authenticity, with episodes carefully researched to accurately portray the methods and techniques used by Scotland Yard detectives. It covered a range of crimes including murders, forgeries, and robberies. Some famous cases featured included the Green Bicycle Murder, the Houndsditch Murders, and the case of the Croydon Poisoner, and even discussion of the unsolved Jack the Ripper murders.
- Legacy: It was one of the first radio shows to focus exclusively on true crime stories, paving the way for other popular shows in the genre, such as "Dragnet" and "The FBI in Peace and War." While popular, some critics noted it was sometimes criticized for "glamorizing crime."
The series was an independent production of the Towers of London syndicate in England, intended for worldwide distribution. It aimed to provide a blend of mystery, suspense, and intrigue as listeners followed the detectives on their journey to uncover the truth.
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Publication history
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Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx Ronald Vivian Light
samedi 27 juin 2020 • Duration 22:39
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx Black Market Murder
samedi 27 juin 2020 • Duration 24:55
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx Fence
samedi 27 juin 2020 • Duration 22:37
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx_ Jack the Ripper
dimanche 7 juin 2020 • Duration 28:01
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx_ Poisoner
dimanche 7 juin 2020 • Duration 19:18
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_ 011_ Murder At Moat House Farm
dimanche 7 juin 2020 • Duration 25:17
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx_ Liverpool Bank Fraud
dimanche 7 juin 2020 • Duration 28:00
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx_ Charles Piece
dimanche 7 juin 2020 • Duration 18:24
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx_ Blodie Belgium
dimanche 7 juin 2020 • Duration 18:28
Secrets Of Scotland Yard xx-xx-xx_xxx_ Greeneyed Monster
dimanche 7 juin 2020 • Duration 28:05









