The Whistler is a 30-minute syndicated American television anthology mystery series, based on the radio series of the same name.
Produced by Lindsley Parsons and CBS Films, 39 episodes were syndicated beginning in 1954, with Signal Oil and Lipton Tea as sponsors. Bill Forman was both narrator and the voice of "The Whistler", and Dorothy Roberts whistled the theme. Both reprised their roles from the radio series. The "Backfire" episode starred Lon Chaney Jr. Notable guest stars included Maureen O'Sullivan, Miriam Hopkins, Patric Knowles, Howard Duff, and John Ireland.
Plot
Partial list of episodes Date Title of Episode Star(s) October 15, 1954 "A Friendly Case of Blackmail" Paul KellyAnn Doran. September 18, 1955 "The Glass Dime" Robert HuttonEve MillerDarlene Fields February 5, 1956 "The Other Hand" John HowardPauline CrellAnn Seaton February 12, 1956 "Cup of Gold" Tom BrownBarbara WoodellWalter Sande February 19, 1956 "Cancelled Flight" Barbara WoodellWalter SandeRichard Arlen
References
External links
The Whistler (TV Series) at CVTA with episode list