war of the worlds

Radio Station "Attack By Mars" Panic 1938/10/31 (1938)

"New York, NY: Thousands of radio listeners throughout the U. S. are frightened into mass hysteria by a dramatization of H. G. Wells' old thriller, 'The War of the Worlds,' as staged by orson Wells, young actor-manager." sound of Orson Wells speaking at press conference.

2) London, England: King Visits Ill Youngsters - " Inmates at the Hospital for Sick Children in Great Ormond Street get a great thrill when King George and Queen Elizabeth visit the institution's new buildings and stay for a real tea party as guests of the youthful patients." (partial newsreel)

Orson Wells War of the Worlds (part 1)

Orson Wells War of the Worlds (part 2) 09:37

Orson Wells War of the Worlds (part 3)

Orson Wells War of the Worlds (part 4)

Orson Wells War of the Worlds (part 5) 09:15