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Richard Diamond, Private Detective

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

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Summary
 Dick Powell starred in the Richard Diamond, Private Detective radio series as a wisecracking, former police officer turned private detective. Episodes typically open with a client visiting or calling cash-strapped Diamond's office and agreeing to his fee of $100 a day plus expenses, or Diamond taking on a case at the behest of his friend and former partner, Lt. Walter Levinson. Diamond often suffers a blow to the head in his sleuthing pursuits. Most episodes end with Diamond at the piano, singing a standard, popular song, or showtune from Powell's repertoire to his girlfriend, Helen Asher, in her penthouse at 975 Park Avenue.
Levinson was played variously by Ed Begley, Arthur Q. Bryan, Ted DeCorsia and Alan Reed. Helen was played by Virginia Gregg and others. Another regular cast member included Wilms Herbert as Walt's bumbling sergeant, Otis, who also "doubled" on the show as Helen's butler, Francis.
Many of the shows were either written or directed by Edwards. Its theme, "Leave It to Love", was whistled by Powell at the beginning of each episode.Copyright Nightfall Drama & Plays Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Strange Clue in a Seemingly Innocent Habit That Exposed a Hidden Crime

    The Strange Clue in a Seemingly Innocent Habit That Exposed a Hidden Crime
    23 Oct 2026
    A seemingly minor detail in a suspect's daily routine can become the crucial break that turns an investigation completely upside down. On this gripping hardboiled mystery edition of Richard Diamond, Private Detective, titled Lot 145 _ I Don_t Let My Dog Inside, we follow Manhattan's smooth-talking private eye as an unusual domestic statement leads into a treacherous labyrinth of deceit.We follow the trail through shadowy alleys, tense confrontations, and clever police cooperation as Dick Diamond pieces together high-stakes motives and unexpected suspects. Join our classic audio drama storytellers as we revisit golden-age radio mystery, packed with witty banter, intense detective action, and dramatic twists that keep noir fans hooked until the final scene.#RichardDiamond #PrivateDetective #OldTimeRadio #DetectiveDrama #CrimeFiction #VintageRadio #GoldenAgeOfRadio #RadioTheater #MysteryAudio #FictionDrama

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    30 min
  • Richard Diamond 49-05-29 (006) The Betty Moran Case

    Richard Diamond 49-05-29 (006) The Betty Moran Case
    27 Oct 2026
    When a missing heiress case turns into a dangerous maze of extortion, shadowy figures, and unexpected motives, New York’s slickest private eye steps in to sort truth from deception. On this classic hardboiled detective edition of Richard Diamond, Private Detective, titled Richard Diamond 49-05-29 (006) The Betty Moran Case, we join the smooth-talking investigator as he unravels a mystery hidden behind wealth and secrets.We follow Richard Diamond through dark alleyways, high-stakes confrontations, and tense interrogations as he pieces together Betty Moran’s final known whereabouts. Join our vintage audio theater presenters for an engaging dive into classic noir, complete with Diamond's signature charm, sharp wit, and fast-paced detective action that keeps mystery lovers on the edge of their seats.#RichardDiamond #FictionDrama #PrivateDetective #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #NoirMystery #VintageDetective #GoldenAgeRadio #RadioTheater #CrimeDrama

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    30 min
  • Richard Diamond 49-06-19 (009) Fred Sears Murder Case

    Richard Diamond 49-06-19 (009) Fred Sears Murder Case
    1 Nov 2026
    When a wealthy figure meets a sudden and suspicious demise, private investigator Richard Diamond steps into the shadowy underbelly of New York to uncover who stood to gain from the crime. On this charming hard-boiled edition of Richard Diamond, Private Detective, titled Richard Diamond 49-06-19 (009) Fred Sears Murder Case, we join the smooth-talking private eye as he untangles a web of deceit, hidden motives, and lethal desperation.We follow Diamond through tense interrogations, witty exchanges with Lieutenant Levinson, and perilous confrontations with ruthless suspects. Join our vintage audio presentation as we dive into this classic golden-age radio mystery, packed with snappy dialogue, noir intrigue, and clever detective work designed to keep mystery fans hooked until the final scene.#RichardDiamondPrivateDetective #FictionDrama #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #RadioTheater #GoldenAgeRadio #VintageMystery #PrivateInvestigator #NoirDrama #RadioMystery

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    33 min
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