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Hopalong Cassidy Mystery of Skull Valley | Cowboy Classics Old Time Radio Westerns

"Head ‘em up, move ‘em out!" In this rugged tale of the Old West, Hopalong Cassidy and his loyal, laughter-loving sidekick, California Carlson, ride straight into a desert enigma. When a trail of rare gold coins surfaces in the parched landscape of Skull Valley, Hoppy suspects there’s more than just sun-bleached bones hidden in the brush.

What begins as a search for a missing archeologist quickly turns into a deadly game of cat and mouse. With a ruthless, red-bearded killer on their heels and the secrets of an ancient civilization at stake, Hoppy must rely on his quick wits and even quicker draw to bring justice to the valley.

What Makes This Episode a Classic:

• Silver Screen Voice: Hear William Boyd bring the same authoritative, "paragon of virtue" presence to the radio that made him a global icon in film and TV.
• Western Suspense: A perfect blend of frontier action and a "whodunit" mystery that keeps you guessing until the final gunshot.
• The Bar 20 Bond: Enjoy the classic chemistry and comedic timing between Hoppy and California, the heart of the series.

Cast and Production:

• Series: Hopalong Cassidy
• Original Air Date: January 22, 1950
• Starring: William Boyd as Hopalong Cassidy and Andy Clyde as California Carlson.
• Music by: Albert Glaser

Fun Fact for Fans: Unlike the rough, tobacco-spitting character in Clarence Mulford’s original novels, the radio version of "Hoppy" was a clean-cut hero who never swore or drank—a change insisted upon by William Boyd himself to set a good example for the millions of "little partners" listening at home.