Classic Crime Episodes
Classic crime, often synonymous with classic detective fiction or the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, is a genre characterized by a structured approach to mystery and suspense. It typically involves a closed social setting, a puzzling crime (usually murder), a logical investigation, and a satisfying resolution by a brilliant detective or investigator. The focus is less on graphic violence and more on intricate plots, character development, and the exploration of moral dilemmas.
Sept. 14, 2025
BLACKBEARD'S 14TH WIFE and THE TRIANGLE ON THE ROUNDTABLE CRIME CLASSICS
Crime Classics came to CBS September 30, 1953 and was a neat little series of "true crime stories". The show introduced itself succinctly: "Crime Classics, a series of true crime stories from the records and newspapers of every land, from every time. Your host each week, Mr. Thomas Hyland -- connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders." Thomas Hyland was played by Lou Merrill, although you'd never know it was an "actor" doing the part. The great Elliott Lewis, actor, produce...
May 18, 2025
RASCHI AMONG THE CROCODILES andn BLACKBEARD'S 14TH WIFE TRUE CRIME STORIES
CRIME CLASSICS Crime Classics came to CBS September 30, 1953 and was a neat little series of "true crime stories". The show introduced itself succinctly: "Crime Classics, a series of true crime stories from the records and newspapers of every land, from every time. Your host each week, Mr. Thomas Hyland -- connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders." Thomas Hyland was played by Lou Merrill, although you'd never know it was an "actor" doing the part. The great Elliott Lewis...
May 4, 2025
BILLY BONNEY BLOODLETTER and JOHN HAYES, HIS HEAD, AND HOW HE LOST IT
CRIME CLASSICS Crime Classics came to CBS September 30, 1953 and was a neat little series of "true crime stories". The show introduced itself succinctly: "Crime Classics, a series of true crime stories from the records and newspapers of every land,...
April 27, 2025
THE HANGMAN AND WILLIAM PARKER and THE 7-LAYERED ARSENIC CAKE OF MADAME LAFARGE
Two great episodes from CRIME CLASSICS (SEE " JOHN HAYES" BELOW) CRIME CLASSICS Crime Classics came to CBS September 30, 1953 and was a neat little series of "true crime stories". The show introduced itself succinctly: "Crime Classics, a series of...