TV's horror anthologies would never have sprang into being if it wasn't for the success they enjoyed first on radio. One of the most enduring and successful radio horror shows was Suspense, which aired for 20 seasons (1942-62). In turn, the series had one particular episode that was a true fan favorite, "Sorry, Wrong Number", which was broadcast several times, each one an original production in and of itself, no repeats that I can ascertain.
Agnes Moorehead (The Shadow) starred in each of the productions of "Sorry", and was cast in a smaller role in the feature film version, the first and perhaps only such film spun off from the series. The movie starred Barbara Stanwyck in the role originated by Moorehead. Who'd ever think either of these actresses would later become TV icons themselves? (Moorehead on Bewitched & Stanwyck on The Big Valley, both on ABC)
"Sorry" first aired on Suspense in 1943. The following episode, though, was recorded two years later, on September 6, 1945.
Scary, isn't it? Rating: A.
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