The Saint is an American detective-adventure radio show centered around a Robin-Hood-type character, Simon Templar, created by author Leslie Charteris. The show follows the thrilling escapades of Simon, who remains one step ahead of both the police and criminals while trying to help people. Referred to as "The Saint" by millions of fans from books, magazines, and movies, Simon Templar's character is known for his swashbuckling, devil-may-care attitude and his impeccable skill at outwitting both the law and the lawless. The program's introduction paints Simon Templar as a sophisticated crime fighter, further setting the show's exciting and mysterious tone.

The Saint originally premiered in 1945 and continued airing until 1951. The show was broadcast on NBC, CBS, and Mutual networks throughout its run with a total of four different iterations. Though an exact number of episodes is unknown, some old time radio reference books list the initial air date as January 6, 1945. Advertisers for the show included Bromo-Seltzer, Campbell Soups, and Ford Motor Company. The Saint featured a number of notable actors, such as Edgar Barrier, Brian Aherne, Vincent Price, Tom Conway, and Barry Sullivan. Aside from the multiple versions aired in the United States, two more versions were broadcast in Ireland in 1940 and the UK in 1995.

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