The Saint: The Death of the Saint (EP4991)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio| Daily Mystery Dramas

Adam Graham

Performing Arts, Drama, Fiction, Arts

4.4 • 2K Ratings

🗓️ 8 June 2026

⏱️ 33 minutes

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Summary

Today's Mystery:A mysterious woman arrives at Simon Templar's apartment claiming that ruthless pursuers are after her life and begging for his help. Before long, The Saint finds himself caught between rival groups hunting a seemingly worthless whiskey glass that may hold the key to exposing a notorious fugitive from the Second World War.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 16, 1950

Originating from Hollywood

Starring: Vincent Price as Simon Templar Also featuring Sammy Hill, Lou Merrill, Gil Stratton Jr., Charlie Lung, Ed Max, and Ted de Corsia

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0:00.0	The Welcome to the great detectives of old time radio from Boise, Idaho.
0:35.4	This is your host, Adam Graham.
0:38.2	In a moment, we're going to bring you this week's episode of The Saint.
0:42.5	But first, I want to encourage you, if you're enjoying the podcast, please follow us using your favorite podcast software.
0:50.7	And today's program is brought to impart by the financial support of our listeners.
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1:00.9	or become one of our ongoing Patreon supporters for as little as $2 per month.
1:07.1	Just go to patreon.org greatdetectives.net.
1:12.3	But here from July 16th,
1:14.8	1950 is
1:16.5	Follow the Leader.
1:40.4	Music The Adventures of the Saints, starring Vincent Price. The Adventures of the Saint, starring Vincent Price. The Saint-Price.
1:50.4	The Saint,
1:52.7	based on characters created by Leslie Trotter,
1:55.5	known to millions from books, magazines, and motion pictures.
1:57.0	The Robin Hood of Modern Crime now comes transcribed to radio.
1:58.9	Starting Hollywood's brilliant and talented actor,
2:00.7	Vincent Price, as...
2:03.7	The Saint.
2:05.7	Oh, open up, please, hurry!
2:10.0	Well, to what do I...
2:11.3	Look me close the door.
	...

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