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Step into the Shadows: Unveiling The Mysteries of The Shadow

Mysterious laugh echoing through the radio waves, The Shadow weaves through the criminal underworld like an enigma cloaked in swirling mist. With unmatched intellect and relentless pursuit of justice, he’s the unseen avenger—the darkness that evil fears.

The Shadow Trivia

Who created the character "The Shadow" for the radio series in 1930? (Medium)
#1: Walter B. Gibson
#2: Orson Welles
#3: George Lowther
#4: Maxwell Grant
In what year did "The Shadow" first appear in print? (Expert)
#1: 1930
#2: 1931
#3: 1932
#4: 1933
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The Shadow Fun Facts

The Shadow inspired Batman's creation.
Orson Welles voiced The Shadow in the 1930s radio drama.

The Shadow Polls

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July 31, 1930

Creation of The Shadow Character

The character 'The Shadow' was created by Walter B. Gibson under the pen name Maxwell Grant for a pulp magazine to serve as the narrator for the 'Detective Story Magazine'.

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July 31, 1930

First The Shadow Radio Program Broadcast

The Shadow made his radio debut on the program 'The Detective Story Hour' before receiving his own radio show, with Orson Welles eventually portraying the character.

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April 1, 1931

First The Shadow Pulp Magazine Issue

The first independent pulp magazine dedicated to The Shadow was published, featuring stories written primarily by Walter B. Gibson.

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July 21, 1994

The Shadow Feature Film Starring Alec Baldwin

A major Hollywood feature film adaptation of The Shadow starring Alec Baldwin was released, bringing the character to a modern audience.

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