The Seventh Victim | Robert Sheckley | Science Fiction | BBC Radio Drama | Old Time Radio

Описание: Journey into the chilling dystopian future of 'The Seventh Victim,' an electrifying science fiction radio drama from the 'Future Tense' series. Originally broadcast by WMUK-FM in 1974, this episode adapts Robert Sheckley's classic short story, plunging listeners into a society where legalized murder is a sanctioned outlet for human aggression.

Follow Stanton Freeline, a veteran 'hunter' in a world where individuals sign up for a lethal game of cat and mouse. As Stanton prepares for his seventh hunt, he is assigned Janet Patten, a seemingly ordinary woman who challenges his perceptions of the system. This gripping narrative explores themes of societal control, psychological catharsis, and the unexpected twists of fate. Will Stanton make his kill, or will this encounter redefine the rules of survival? A must-listen for fans of speculative fiction and vintage audio thrillers.

'Future Tense' was celebrated for its innovative sound design and thought-provoking storytelling, bringing cutting-edge science fiction to the airwaves. Relive the golden age of radio with this timeless tale of suspense and morality, perfectly capturing the anxieties and imaginative possibilities of its era.

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00:00 Intro
00:18 Segment 1: the-seventh-victim
27:02 Segment 2: martian-death-march
54:53 Segment 3: cold-equation
01:18:39 Segment 4: pictures-dont-lie
01:46:28 Segment 5: knock
02:21:03 Segment 6: with-folded-hands
02:49:46 Segment 7: really-heavy-third-from-the-su
03:17:52 Segment 8: born-of-man-and-woman
03:46:32 Segment 9: a-pail-of-air
04:14:06 Segment 10: the-old-die-rich
04:43:20 Segment 11: tunnel-under-the-world
05:10:25 Segment 12: zero-hour
05:34:24 Segment 13: the-parade
06:00:50 Segment 14: the-defenders
06:27:30 Segment 15: protection
06:51:07 Segment 16: saucer-of-loneliness
07:20:47 End

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