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The Mysterious Traveler was a captivating radio show that aired on Mutual from December 1943 to September 1952. Created by writing greats Robert Arthur and David Kogan, the show was a favorite among mystery lovers and even won the prestigious Edgar award for "Best Radio Drama" in 1953. As an anthology series, The Mysterious Traveler showcased a variety of stories ranging from fantasy and science fiction to crime dramas full of suspense and mystery.

Maurice Tarplin starred as the eerie narrator, inviting listeners to join him on thrilling and chilling adventures. The talented cast included Jackson Beck, Lon Clark, Roger DeKoven, and many others, with expert sound effects enhancing each gripping tale. Not only limited to radio, The Mysterious Traveler also appeared as a magazine and comic book series. While only 75 of the original 370 episodes still exist, the show's popularity led to similar supernatural series, such as The Sealed Book and The Strange Dr. Weird.

Join The Mysterious Traveler on his journeys into the strange and terrifying, and prepare to be thrilled and chilled with every twist and turn.