X Minus One – “And the Moon Be Still as Bright” | Classic Old Time Radio Sci-Fi Drama

What if your wife was accused of murder… by someone who died two centuries ago?

In this unforgettable episode of Suspense, adapted from the eerie novel by John Dickson Carr, “The Burning Court” plunges listeners into a world where rational thought collides with ancient evil. It begins with a man discovering that his wife bears a strange resemblance to a woman executed for witchcraft in the 1700s. But when a murder occurs—eerily similar to the crimes of the past—his search for answers leads him to question not only her innocence… but her identity.

With a tight plot, slow-building dread, and a shocking twist, this broadcast is a brilliant example of golden age radio horror at its finest.

🎙️ Originally Aired: June 17, 1942
📡 Series: Suspense – America’s Greatest Radio Drama
📚 Based on the novel by: John Dickson Carr
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🕵️ What’s Inside:
• A classic radio murder mystery with supernatural undertones
• Rich performances, eerie ambiance, and a plot full of chilling surprises
• Gothic horror meets rational investigation

🎯 Perfect For:
• Fans of Alfred Hitchcock Presents, The Twilight Zone, or Agatha Christie
• Listeners who love psychological thrillers with historical secrets
• Old-time radio enthusiasts and lovers of vintage horror-mystery

🎧 Why Listen:
“The Burning Court” is a masterclass in atmospheric audio storytelling. It fuses psychological tension, occult themes, and unresolved guilt into a story that leaves listeners wondering: Is the past ever truly dead? A must-hear for fans of mystery with a supernatural twist.