The Day the Invasion Seemed Real
Orson Welles' 1938 Radio Version
On Oct. 30, 1938 actor Orson Welles dramatized the 'War of the Worlds' novel for his weekly radio program. He reset the story in New Jersey and simulated news reports about Martian spaceships landing. A mass panic ensued, even though the announcer explained it was fictional.
H.G. Wells wrote the sci-fi classic, 'War of the Worlds.'
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'War of the Worlds' -- The Movie
A 19th century book, a 20th century broadcast and a 21st century movie starring Tom Cruise -- learn more about Steven Spielberg's 'War of the Worlds.'
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