52 Best Thriller Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

Atlantic Flight 702 has disappeared mid-flight between London and New York with 256 passengers on board. Kaitlin Le (Kelly Marie Tran), a college student whose twin brother vanished with the flight, is determined to uncover the truth. Passenger List is a mystery thriller podcast from PRX's Radiotopia. more

New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie and freelance writer John Ganz delve into the world of 90s post-Cold War thrillers with Unclear and Present Danger, a podcast that explores America in an age of transition to lone superpower, at once triumphant and unsure of its role in the world. more

Hidden beneath layers of secrecy and isolation, Bunker 8 plunges you into one of the most classified military outposts on Earth. Jack, a hardened Australian ex-soldier, is sent to the desolate Antarctic facility for a six-month assignment. His mission? To oversee 'assets' locked away in impenetrable cells, follow strict protocols, and, above all, never ask questions. But as Jack descends into the depths of Bunker 8, he realizes there's far more to this facility than anyone let on. With unsettling isolation, strange anomalies, and a growing sense of unease, Jack must navigate an environment that tests his mental and physical limits. What are the 'assets' he's tasked with monitoring? And why is everyone so afraid to even speak about what lies within? If you're a fan of intense psychological thrillers, dark mysteries, and stories that leave you questioning reality, Bunker 8 will hook you from the first episode and leave you hungry for answers. Cover art by: Sasha V. Crane Join The Midnight Mystery PATREON for early access ad free episodes! Visit the website at themidnightmystery.com Instagram Business enquiries: ****@gmail.com *made by humans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Academy Award® winner Rami Malek stars in this apocalyptic thriller as a small-town radio DJ fighting to protect his family and community after the power grid goes down nationwide, upending modern civilization.Season 2 picks up after Simon's family escapes. Upon crossing paths with an old family friend, Wren (played by Aja Naomi King), recounts her experience getting out of Boston... but can she be trusted? What truths remain to be uncovered about the origins of this blackout?Produced by QCODE and Endeavor Content. Created by Scott Conroy. Season 1 stars and is executive produced by Rami Malek. Written by Scott Conroy. Directed by Shawn Christensen.Season 2 stars Rami Malek and Aja Naomi King. Written by Jeremy Novick. Directed by Stefanie Abel Horowitz and Jeremy Novick.BLACKOUT is presented by Sonos. Discover sound made easy at Sonos.com. more

A gripping psychological thriller starring Cole Sprouse as Sam Walker. In the first season we followed Sam as he painstakingly recounts the summer his sister disappeared; the friends he made, the legends he heard, the pain and confusion of loss. Over nine episodes, we uncovered the unspeakable secrets of Drisking, Missouri and the people who live there. After leaving the audience with a jaw dropping cliffhanger, we are finally returning to Sam and the terrible truths of Drisking.Across seven episode of Season 2, a ghost of Sam's past arrives to drag him back to Drisking for revenge. Back to the forests that color his nightmares. Back to the mysteries he never solved. Back… to the gates of Borrasca.Please be advised this show contains adult language, violent acts and triggering situations. It is intended for adult audiences only.Produced by QCODE. Created and written by Rebecca Klingel. Directed by Kristin Burke. Starring Cole Sprouse and Sarah Yarkin.Borrasca is presented by Mint Mobile. Mint Mobile is the affordable, premium wireless service that you buy online. To get your new phone plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to www.mintmobile.com/BORRASCA.QCODE+ subscribers on Apple Podcasts will get early access to new episodes before anyone else and exclusive bonus content. Learn more at apple.co/qcode.  more

Ten years ago, over three hundred men, women and children disappeared from a small town in Tennessee, never to be heard from again. In this podcast, American Public Radio reporter Lia Haddock asks the question once more, 'What happened to the people of Limetown?' Limetown is produced by Two-Up, the producers of 36 Questions, The Wilderness and Shipworm. more

When a relic from his past is rediscovered, folklore professor Jeremy Bradshaw puts his life on hold to solve the mystery. Along the way, he's helped by people who challenge everything he believes in, and ultimately tries to answer the question: can the past be rewritten? A supernatural thriller for your ears, starring Misha Collins, Melissa Ponzio, and Alan Tudyk. Created by Aaron Mahnke and written by Lauren Shippen. more

Tessa Thompson stars as an idealistic young journalist trying to make a name for herself by following a group of paranormal explorers, obsessed with a seemingly harmless pastime known as the Left/Right Game. The journey takes her into a supernatural world that she and the other members of the expedition can neither handle nor survive. more

Hi, we're Ben Stiller and Adam Scott. We have severed ourselves from the world for 5 years, making the workplace thriller Severance. While we have no memory of what happened during that time, we thought we should make a companion podcast for all the Innies who will have no recollection of watching, in an attempt to reintegrate them with their memory of the show. For seasons one and two, we did an episode-by-episode, behind-the-scenes breakdown with the creators, cast, crew, and fans of the Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning TV show. We shared in-depth, never-before-heard analysis, alongside guests including creator Dan Erickson, stars Britt Lower ('Helly'), Zach Cherry ('Dylan'), John Turturro ('Irving'), Christopher Walken ('Bert'), Patricia Arquette ('Cobel') and Tramell Tillman ('Milchick'), and celebrity superfans like SZA, Jon Stewart, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard. Now we're bringing on special guests to talk about the tv shows, movies and cultural touchpoints that influenced us while making Severance. Sometimes we'll talk with the people behind those inspirational works, sometimes we'll talk with fellow fans, and through it all, we'll keep answering your hotline questions. If you've got a question about Severance or the stuff that influenced it, call us at 212-830-3816. From Audacy Podcasts, Red Hour, and Great Scott.  more

Aftershock is a fast-paced thriller about a massive earthquake that destroys the West Coast, causing a mysterious island to rise up from the Pacific - with Sarah Wayne Callies (The Walking Dead), David Harbour (Stranger Things), Jeffrey Dean Morgan (The Walking Dead), and Tati Gabrielle (The 100). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to Case Closed! We are a podcast focused on crimes both real and imagined. We're in between seasons right now, so subscribe to hear updates on our next season soon! more

These aren't the stories your mother used to tell you ... no, these are The Other Stories. The Other Stories is a weekly short story podcast. A modern take on The Twilight Zone, Tales From The Crypt, or The Outer Limits. Sci-Fi, Horror, Thriller, WTF stories delivered right to your podcast feed every Monday morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The best Old Time Radio adventures in crime, mystery, espionage and suspense! Relic Radio Thrillers delivers the ticking time bombs, mysterious crime scenes, and the cloak and dagger action that today's armchair adventurer demands! more

A genre-bending audio drama of character-driven adult dark fiction, thrillers, horror & suspense. Each story is fully dramatized with exceptional actors and sound so vivid, you'll feel like a witness. Listeners call it ' horrifying, disorienting, fiendishly thrilling, erotic and heartbreaking.' What will you call it? Listen for yourself. Grab those headphones or earbuds and vanish inside Ominous Thrill. Ominous Thrill is a multi-award-winning, twice Ambie Award-nominated anthology created by the acclaimed sound designer and director Jeff Schmidt, the creative force behind the vivid, immersive sounds of fiction-podcast thrillers Blood Ties and Aftershock, and the true-crime mega-hit Dr. Death. Loved it? Leave a review and tell a friend who loves immersive dark fiction. Support OMINOUS THRILL on PATREON for early access to new episodes, and AD-FREE listening of all episodes. https://www.patreon.com/OMINOUSTHRILL Learn more about OMINOUS THRILL at https://ominousthrill.com/ EMAIL: ****@gmal.com Ominous Thrill Cover Design: Jeff Schmidt Ominous Thrill Title Design: GlassVoid Photography: Mircea Bezergheanu more

Presenting the biggest legends of Hollywood starring in 'Suspense,' radio's outstanding theater of thrills! Each week, we'll hear two chillers from this old time radio classic featuring one of the all-time great stars of stage and screen. more

Bruce Greenwood (The Fall Of The House of Usher) stars in this horror thriller podcast. A detective investigating a bizarre serial killer stumbles upon a conspiracy by a thousand-year-old vampire to return humanity to its 'superior' primal capabilities. more

Old Time Radio Suspense will captivate you with spin tingling tales that will keep you guessing who did it. Enter the realm of mystery and suspense with the greatest story tellers on the radio. more

Old Time Radio Network Thrillers, thrilling mystery, espionage, and political intrigue. Step into the world of action and Psychological twist that will keep you on the edge of your chair. more

Read or Dead is a bi-weekly show dedicated to the worlds of mystery and thriller literature.

An anthology of pulp fiction stories - horror, crime, sci-fi, thriller - unified by a pulp theme, these stand-alone stories are edgy, dark, twisted, and strange. Each episode features a fully-scripted audio drama story, with original music, stellar actors, and nerve-jangling sound design. New episodes releasing biweekly. From Voyage Media in association with 7 Lamb Productions. more

Spybrary is a podcast for fans of spy books, spy tv and spy movies since 2017. We bring you author interviews and reader discussions on our favorite spy books and novels. more

ShadowPublications.com is the home for Paul E Cooley's tales of psychological suspense, science fiction, thriller, and dark urban fantasy. Visit http://shadowpublications.com. Some Mysteries Should Not Be Solved. more

An FDA and FBI agent team up to solve a string of murders occurring around the country, targeting victims seemingly at random through poisoned water... only to discover the connection that unveils the killer. If you enjoy movies like Zodiac, and TV series like CSI, take a listen to The Genome Killer.Based on Betsy Aden's book, The Goldilocks Genome. The novel is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Goldilocks-Genome-Medical-Thriller/dp/1684632544 more

A podcast about movie thrillers from the 80/90's and even sometimes the 2000s! Hosted by Matt Lynch, Emalie Soderback and Travis Vogt. more

A gripping financial technology spy thriller. Produced by a former CIA officer. *****YOU CAN NOW BINGE SEASON 1. SEASON 2 IS IN PRODUCTION.***** The story: Jabbari Lincoln is the CIA's top financial analyst. He happens to be Muslim. And he's at the top of his professional game when he is unfairly suspected of being disloyal to the United States and gets suspended by the Agency. Dejected and disgraced, he takes on a central bank consulting gig in Nigeria. But as he uncovers a sophisticated cyber financial plot, hidden forces try to eliminate him. Cut off from his family, friends, and intelligence colleagues, he travels across three continents in order to figure out who is pulling the strings and, hopefully, to try to prevent the onslaught of a global financial apocalypse. In this financial technology spy thriller, the question becomes - Will a cryptocurrency help save the world... or could it help destroy it? Also, sign up to learn more about the podcast and join the mailing list at JabbariLincoln.com. Forward this message only to those you trust before the file self-destructs... more

The world's greatest storytellers join co-hosts CE Albanese, Mike Houtz, and Sean Cameron to discuss the latest crime, mystery, and thriller novels you should be reading and the television series and movies you should be watching. Visit us at https://www.TheCrewReviews.com more

A dark fantasy thriller audio drama.When we die, the remnants of us return to the First and Last Place... Remnants is a dark fantasy thriller audio drama following the Apprentice as he learns how to read remnants under the frustrating supervision of Sir. Remnants are seemingly innocuous objects a broken pocket watch; a steel thimble; a silk scarf but when the Apprentice looks closely, he sees how each one holds the remnants of someone's life story.Each week the Apprentice reads a new remnant, following that person's journery beginning to end. When he's done, he must make a judgement; shelve or discard. But he doesn't know what the criteria is or what the consequences of such a judgement might be.The more remnants the Apprentice reads, the more we begin to understand the magnitude of the task he has been set. And the more both we, and the Apprentice himself, wonder why it is him who has been chosen to do it.With every week, a new mystery. With every new mystery, a terrible choice.Find out more about Remnants here. Remnants is a part of the Rusty Quill Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Three best-selling authors talking about killing (of the fictional kind) with the best thriller and suspense authors in the business. Killer cocktails, killer conversations, and killer guests with hosts Kimberly Belle, Heather Gudenkauf, and Kaira Rouda. more

For years, Hero Trackers has covered the biggest news in the world of super powered heroics. What we didn't know is that some of the most influential cases all had one thing in common: Vigil. Join Maria Kennedy as she uncovers who Vigil was and the impact he had on some of the most well-known super heroes of our age. Vigil: An audio fiction, superhero thriller, produced by Button Podcasts. more

If you enjoy thriller books, films & TV series and the writers who create them, then you'll enjoy the #1 thriller fiction podcast in the world, The Thriller Zone. Now in their 8th season, former radio host & current author Dave Temple talks with the best creative minds in the business for STORIES THAT THRILL! more

Interviews with bestselling authors of mystery, suspense, and thriller books.

THE DIVIDE is a 12-part spy thriller from Definitely Human, releasing weekly from October 2025 to January 2026. Paul Wilder used to be a spy, but he's put that life behind him. Now, three years after he 'retired', he meets a woman with an offer he's not allowed to refuse. Across the UK of 1964, Wilder must unravel a web of corruption, before it unravels him... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

A podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction. 

#1 EROTIC THRILLER/TEEN MOVIE PODCAST IN THE WORLD. TRUST NO GHOUL

Thriller fans, this is your channel for in-depth book reviews and breakdowns. We cover spy novels, action-packed thrillers, and fan-favorite series like Mitch Rapp, Scot Harvath, and James Reece. Join us for weekly spoiler-filled reviews, author interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights from top authors like Vince Flynn, Brad Thor, and Jack Carr. more

In My Good Books is the podcast for UK readers who love crime fiction, thrillers, and literary fiction. Hosted by Susie Green, each episode features relaxed, in-depth conversations with authors and fellow readers about the stories that stay with us, the books we can't stop recommending, and the creative process behind the page. Whether you're looking for your next gripping read or curious about how your favourite authors craft their stories, this podcast is here to inspire, entertain, and help you discover your next great book. New episodes every week, follow to never miss an episode! more

Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem Laced with Morality is a gripping learning and networking hub for writers who dare to explore the shadows—without losing sight of the light. Rooted in suspense, thriller, mystery, and crime, this podcast features powerful conversations with authors, publishing professionals, and experts in law enforcement, psychology, forensics, editing, marketing, and storytelling craft. Each episode pulls back the curtain on what it takes to write stories that are authentic, compelling, and unforgettable. Whether you're crafting a high-stakes thriller, a redemptive romance, a memoir born from lived experience, or faith-based nonfiction, you'll gain practical insight on character development, research, storytelling structure, and navigating the publishing journey—where truth matters, justice has a voice, and light pierces through the darkness with the spoken and written word. more

Ram knows he's living on borrowed time. The A-level exams that determine his future are fast approaching, and his prospects are bleak. His only refuge is Kass, his childhood friend and partner in crime.But when her troubled home life becomes unbearable, Ram decides to put on a mask and finally do something worthwhile.catskull is a neo-noir Singaporean thriller about violence, identity, and the dark pursuit of finally mattering. A visceral and cinematic audio adaptation of Myle Yan Tay's award-winning novel, dramatized by Andas Productions.New episodes every Friday. more

Regular crime, thriller & mystery interviews, features and reviews. Flagship weekly show - IN PERSON WITH PAUL hosted by Paul Burke & seasonal series #OnTheSofaWithVictoria hosted by best selling thriller writer Victoria Selman. Also festival coverage, award ceremonies and magazine shows hosted by Paul with Victoria and Crime Time editor/Financial Times crime critic Barry Forshaw. The monthly Review Show, what's hot in crime fiction. Further information can be found at crimetime.fm more

Tea, Tonic, and Toxin is a book club and podcast for people who love mysteries, thrillers, introspection, and good conversation. Each month, your hosts, Carolyn Daughters and Sarah Harrison, will discuss a game-changing mystery or thriller, starting in 1841 onward. Together, we'll see firsthand how the genre evolvedAlong the way, we'll entertain ideas, prospects, theories, doubts, and grudges, along with the occasional guest. And we hope to entertain you, dear friend. We want you to experience the joys of reading some of the best mysteries and thrillers ever written. more

Was I aroused? Was I thrilled? Would I ruin my life for this person? Join Garrett and Kit as they answer the genre's most important questions on the Erotic Thriller Club! more

A man's search for his missing brother leads him to a mysterious cult. A mind-bending mystery/thriller from Cryptic Radio. Fiction Written, Directed & Produced by Jon Rolfe Sound Design & Audio Engineering by Randy Greer & Kathryn Stanley Show Artwork by O2bri Support us on Patreon or follow us on X(Twitter), Instagram, or TikTok @crypticradiopod Email: ****@gmail.com more

Writer and critic Paul Burke interviews all the best writers on espionage. Each episode will bring you fascinating stories on spies, covert action and more - delving in to fact and fiction, past and present. more

Spies, Lies and Private Eyes with host Terrence McCauley features some of the most talented crime and thriller writers working today. Our focus will be on those books where spies and private investigators are the main protagonists of the story. You can find out more about Terrence and his books at www.terrencemccauley.com. Lies, Spies, and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network. more

Interviews and entertainment for crime fiction, suspense and thriller fans.

Podcast dedicated to bringing you the best of horror and thriller old time radio broadcasts as well as original stories. https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/terror-radio/subscribe more

The Thriller Writer Lab is where every thriller goes under the microscope, one book at a time.On this show, bestselling, award-winning, and emerging thriller authors share the craft, psychology, and real-world experience behind today's most gripping stories. We go inside the minds behind the twists, the characters, and the moments that keep readers turning the page.Each episode begins with a two-minute book pitch, then dives into the decisions that shaped it — the risks taken, the rewrites that didn't work, the dead ends, and the breakthroughs that made it stronger.If you write thrillers or want to know what's really behind the stories you can't put down, this is the conversation for you. more

Mystery and thriller fanatic, Sabrina Thatcher, interviews some of the best thriller, chiller, and mystery writers working today. Go inside the mind of a thriller writer to discover how they tap into the darkness that taps away something animalistic in all of us. Learn about their latest books and recommendations then stick around for tips on how you too can write dangerously. more

DARKSTORK: Maeday | A Cinematic Audiobook by Ashley BarnhillWhen Mae wakes from a six-month coma, she barely recognizes her life. Her fiancé, Rob, a charismatic tech mogul, seems more obsessed with running the world's most popular dating app than rekindling their fractured relationship. But Mae soon discovers that her amnesia isn't the only thing being manipulated.In this darkly comedic tech-thriller cli-fi, where Black Mirror meets Gone Girl, trust is a glitch, and love might be the last mistake you ever make.Fully cast, scored & sound-designed. Written, produced, performed & edited by Ashley Barnhill.📕 Get the bookDARKSTORK | MAEDAY is out now: AshleyBarnhill.com more

Horror and thriller fans gather around. We invite you to listen as we watch two obscure horror/thriller movies a month and then BLOW YOUR MIND with our thoughts, opinions and insight on the films. Sometimes thought-provoking and informative but mostly ludicrous and fun, Filmed Obscura is your gateway into rare, obscure, hard to find and just plain awesome films (except one-you'll see). We also drink local beer. Thanks for listening. Hosted by Justin Adkins and Chris Herdter. more

Intake is a weekly horror/thriller anthology podcast told by a 9-5 office worker. Art Credit to Edna Scissorhands https://www.tumblr.com/ednascissorhandsarts Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at TheDuckIsWrong more

Love dark, twisty thrillers? This Book Podcast is for you.Betty and Bonny alternate between full deep dives into one book and shorter catch-up episodes where we talk recent reads, upcoming books, and what's worth your time — keeping spoilers to a minimum.From Dark Fiction, psychological thrillers to crime fiction, mystery to horror, we don't hold back on opinions. If you're always chasing your next addictive read, you'll fit right in. Let's Slay some books! more