The Unexpected was an Old Time Radio show that aired in a fifteen-minute format, perfect for delivering quick, weird, and scary tales with twist endings. The show featured top-notch actors such as Barry Sullivan, Marsha Hunt, Lurene Tuttle, and Virginia Gregg, who added depth to the swift storytelling. Directed by Frank Danzig, The Unexpected followed in the footsteps of thrilling and suspenseful programs like Suspense, Lights Out, and Quiet Please, providing listeners with a sudden shock and an ending they didn't see coming.