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The Abbott and Costello Show | Old Time Radio brings you classic comedy from the golden age of radio, featuring Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in fast-paced routines, hilarious misunderstandings, memorable characters, and some of the most famous comedy sketches in entertainment history. Each episode is an Old Time Retro Radio production, presenting the original broadcast with gently cleaned and mastered audio, a newly produced introduction and closing, and custom episode artwork. Starring Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, the series became one of radio’s most beloved comedy programs, blending vaudeville-style wordplay, recurring characters, celebrity guests, and timeless humor. Rediscover classic old time radio comedy, Abbott and Costello, vintage comedy shows, radio sitcoms, golden age entertainment, and classic radio.

  1. 19h ago

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Lou Buys an Apartment House" (Old Time Radio, 1948)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Lou Buys an Apartment House,” originally broadcast on ABC on January 14, 1948. This unsponsored archival comedy features Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, with Susan Miller, announcer Michael Roy, and Matty Malneck and his orchestra. When Lou considers a new living arrangement, Bud encourages him to try life as a landlord. But purchasing an apartment house brings Lou face-to-face with a full building of tenants—and the challenges of managing them. Musical interludes include Susan Miller and Matty Malneck’s orchestra. The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:46 Original Broadcast 30:11 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Lou Buys an Apartment House" (Old Time Radio, 1948)

  2. 3d ago

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Night in Haunted House" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Night in Haunted House,” originally broadcast on NBC on May 8, 1947. Listed as episode 161 in Jerry Haendiges Vintage Radio Logs, this Mother’s Day-themed program stars Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, with Marilyn Maxwell and Skinnay Ennis. Needing money for a Mother’s Day present, Lou agrees to spend the night in a supposedly haunted house. What begins with a search for ghostly lore soon leads Bud and Lou into a spooky comic adventure involving the formidable Mrs. Wetwash, mysterious residents, and unexpected clues. Ennis performs “Mam’selle,” while Maxwell sings “Beware My Heart.” The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:51 Original Broadcast 27:25 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Night in Haunted House" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

  3. 5d ago

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Lou Builds Ahouse" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Lou Builds Ahouse,” originally broadcast April 24, 1947. In this NBC Camel program, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello tackle the postwar dream of owning a suburban home. Bud encourages Lou to trade his ramshackle living arrangements for a house of his own, but financing, building lots, contractors, and construction costs quickly provide fertile ground for confusion. Skinnay Ennis and Marilyn Maxwell supply musical interludes, including “Ivy” and “When Am I Gonna Kiss You Good Morning.” The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:43 Original Broadcast 30:32 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Lou Builds Ahouse" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

  4. Sep 11

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Guest Lana Turner" (Old Time Radio, 1943)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Guest Lana Turner,” originally broadcast on November 4, 1943. Episode 24 finds Bud Abbott and Lou Costello joined by guest star Lana Turner in an NBC studio-set comedy for Camel Cigarettes. Returning after an extended recovery from rheumatic fever, Lou encounters a series of backstage obstacles before the broadcast can get underway. Ken Niles and Mel Blanc as Bugs Bunny add to the on-air and behind-the-scenes confusion. The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:46 Original Broadcast 28:47 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Guest Lana Turner" (Old Time Radio, 1943)

  5. Sep 10

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Christmas Party" (Old Time Radio, 1944)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Christmas Party” (also known as “Lou’s Christmas Party”), originally broadcast December 21, 1944. This NBC holiday episode is episode 67. Lou Costello dons a Santa suit, buys a tree, and prepares to host a Christmas celebration—only for the evening to take an imaginative turn. Bud Abbott, Mel Blanc as Santa, and singer Connie Haines join the seasonal fun, including “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:45 Original Broadcast 30:45 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Christmas Party" (Old Time Radio, 1944)

  6. Sep 6

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Ski Jump" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Ski Jump,” originally broadcast on February 20, 1947. In this NBC Camel cigarettes broadcast, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello are joined by Marilyn Maxwell and Skinnay Ennis. Mrs. Wetwash invites Bud and Lou to her winter lodge for a George Washington’s Birthday getaway, where Lou finds himself entered in a Sun Valley ski-jump event. Along the way, Lou tries to share a George Washington story while Bud keeps interrupting. The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:43 Original Broadcast 30:10 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Ski Jump" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

  7. Sep 4

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Lou Goes to the Racetrack to Lose Money" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Lou Goes to the Racetrack to Lose Money,” originally broadcast on NBC on March 13, 1947. This is episode 153 of the series, sponsored by Camels. With income-tax day approaching, Lou needs to part with money he won in the previous broadcast. Bud suggests a trip to the racetrack and a few supposedly safe bets, setting up a day of horse-racing confusion and classic Abbott and Costello wordplay. The program also features Skinnay Ennis and Marilyn Maxwell. The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:41 Original Broadcast 30:23 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Lou Goes to the Racetrack to Lose Money" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

  8. Aug 30

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Costello Is Invited to Join the Yankees" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

    The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Costello Is Invited to Join the Yankees,” originally broadcast on April 17, 1947. This 30-minute NBC program was sponsored by Camel cigarettes. When Lou receives a telegram asking him to fill in for an ailing Joe DiMaggio, Bud accompanies him to a sporting-goods store to get ready for the Yankees. The episode features Abbott and Costello’s celebrated baseball wordplay, along with music from Skinnay Ennis and Marilyn Maxwell. The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:48 Original Broadcast 30:15 Closing Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    The Abbott And Costello Show - "Costello Is Invited to Join the Yankees" (Old Time Radio, 1947)
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The Abbott and Costello Show | Old Time Radio brings you classic comedy from the golden age of radio, featuring Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in fast-paced routines, hilarious misunderstandings, memorable characters, and some of the most famous comedy sketches in entertainment history. Each episode is an Old Time Retro Radio production, presenting the original broadcast with gently cleaned and mastered audio, a newly produced introduction and closing, and custom episode artwork. Starring Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, the series became one of radio’s most beloved comedy programs, blending vaudeville-style wordplay, recurring characters, celebrity guests, and timeless humor. Rediscover classic old time radio comedy, Abbott and Costello, vintage comedy shows, radio sitcoms, golden age entertainment, and classic radio.

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