The Amazing Death of Mrs. Putnam (Inner Sanctum Mysteries)

About this episode

A chilling mystery unfolds as the death of the wealthy Mrs. Putnam reveals dark secrets and motives among those around her.

In this eerie episode of Inner Sanctum Mysteries , a seemingly ordinary death quickly becomes anything but ordinary. When the wealthy and difficult Mrs. Putnam suddenly dies, those around her begin to reveal secrets, grudges, and motives that suggest her passing may not have been as natural as it first appeared. As suspicions grow and the truth slowly emerges, the case takes on a bizarre and macabre twist worthy of the Sanctum’s darkest tales. Filled with sinister humor, creeping dread, and the show’s trademark gallows wit, “ The Amazing Death of Mrs. Putnam ” delivers a chilling mystery where appearances can be deceiving—and death may only be the beginning. Cast Raymond Edward Johnson — Host / The Inner Sanctum Host Les Tremayne — Principal role Mandel Kramer — Supporting role Mercedes McCambridge — Supporting role Production Notes Series: Inner Sanctum Mysteries Network: CBS Original broadcast: 1941

Topics covered

• mystery
• death
• secrets
• suspense

Keywords

• Inner Sanctum Mysteries
• CBS
• 1941
• gallows wit
• macabre

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Amazing Death of Mrs. Putnam, Inner Sanctum Mysteries

Places: Sanctum

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