In "Celebration," a married couple commemorates their anniversary the hard way.
Emily Ward had an accident a while back, and now she lives in a care facility. Tonight, her husband, Todd, is taking her out to celebrate their eigth anniversary. Emily is waiting, with her suitcase packed, because she has also decided that she is going home with him.
What Emily doesn't know is that her doctor thinks that her condition has worsened, and that she should be transferred to a more suitable facility. Todd arrives and promises Emily a great evening out, but then spends the evening trying to maneuver her towards isolated locations. When she finds a box of bullets in his car, she is confused. What is he planning?
Celebration" was written by Arnold Marquis and Phyllis Parker. Anton M. Leader produced/directed. Virginia Bruce and Robert Young starred as Emily and Todd. Also appearing were Berry Kroeger and Paula Winslowe. This episode aired on September 23, 1948.
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Suspense presented this story again on May 5, 1957, but with a very different ending. William N. Robson produced/directed. Joy LaFleur starred. Also appearing were Shepard Menken, Jack Moyles, Joe DiSantis, and Irene Tedrow.
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I listened to the Robert Young version. It was really good, but I found the ending a tad unrealistic. I'll have to listen to the other program tonight and compare the two.
Posted by: Grigs | February 17, 2009 at 09:29 AM
I agree, it is ridiculous. Still, I like this episode. The second version doesn't have as sappy an ending. -Christine
Posted by: cmillinsf | February 17, 2009 at 09:47 AM