Luke Slaughter of Tombstone
Produced and directed by William N. Robson (“Calling All Cars”, “Fort Laramie”), “Luke Slaughter of Tombstone” was one of the many adult westerns to debut on radio during the mid-1950s. The series tells the tale of a former Civil War cavalry officer who became a successful cattleman in the Arizona territory of the 1870s - a rough and tumble life, with many a gunfight and confrontation along the way.
Standing as an equal among its counterparts - including “Gunsmoke”, “Have Gun, Will Travel”, and “Frontier Gentleman” - “Luke Slaughter” remains a beautifully produced program, highlighted by realistic sound patterns, impressive acting by a company of seasoned radio performers, and well-written scripts that still have the power to engross modern listeners.
