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Death and Desire

Episode 829

Two retired circus performers run a sham spiritualist act until the person playing their 'ghost' dies for real.

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Two retired circus performers run a sham spiritualist act until the person playing their 'ghost' dies for real.

CBS Radio Mystery Theater episode 829, “Death And Desire.” Written or adapted by Elspeth Eric. Featured cast includes Mercedes McCambridge, Robert Dryden, Arnold Moss, and Joan Arliss.

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Broadcast DateMay 8, 1978
Episode Number829
Writer / AdapterElspeth Eric
Featured CastMercedes McCambridge, Robert Dryden, Arnold Moss, Joan Arliss
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