Best Audio Drama

The Left Right Game is a gripping podcast chronicling the bizarre and unsettling disappearance of Kenny Richey, a man wrongly accused of murder. The narrative unfolds through interviews, court recordi...

Old Gods of Appalachia blends Appalachian folklore with cosmic horror, creating a unique and unsettling atmosphere. The podcast tells stories of ancient entities and forgotten rituals lurking in the m...

Serial, initially a groundbreaking podcast, has continued to produce exclusive content on Spotify. Each season investigates a different true crime case, employing meticulous research and compelling na...

Pseudopod is a long-running podcast featuring a wide range of horror fiction, from short stories to audio dramas. It's known for its commitment to showcasing diverse voices and experimental storytelli...

Welcome to Night Vale is a community radio show broadcasting from the fictional desert town of Night Vale, where strange and inexplicable events are commonplace. Presented as a news broadcast, the pod...

Radio Rental presents horror stories as if they were recordings found in a mysterious rental shop. Rainn Wilson plays the quirky proprietor, adding a layer of dark humor to the unsettling tales. The p...

The Bright Sessions follows a psychologist who treats patients with extraordinary abilities. The podcast explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the nature of reality through compelling character...

Darkest Night is an interactive horror podcast where listeners vote on the protagonist's choices, influencing the direction of the story. Each episode presents a terrifying scenario, and the audience'...

Alice Isn't Dead is a serialized mystery podcast following a truck driver searching across America for her missing wife, Alice. The podcast blends elements of mystery, thriller, and supernatural horro...

Limetown is a fictional podcast presented as a documentary investigating the disappearance of 200+ residents of a secretive underground city in Tennessee. The podcasts documentary-style format and uns...

The Black Tapes is a fictional podcast presented as a companion to a fictional television show that was never made. It follows an investigative journalist as she delves into the mysterious case of a p...

The Penumbra Podcast is an anthology series featuring a variety of horror and mystery stories, each with its own unique characters and plotlines. The podcast boasts high-quality production values and...

Snap Judgment is a cinematic storytelling experience that blends beats, music, and narrative to create a unique atmosphere. Hosted by Glynn Washington, the show features stories that are often gritty,...

The Sharper Edge is a gripping documentary series that reimagines the true-crime podcast format as a visual experience. The series investigates the case of a man convicted of murder, exploring the fla...

Jim Henson's Scary Stories is a podcast featuring original horror stories produced by The Jim Henson Company. The podcast combines unsettling narratives with the company's signature puppetry and sound...

Black Sands is a fantasy adventure podcast following a young man who must confront a dark legacy and unravel a complex family history. The podcast features a rich world, compelling characters, and a c...

Bronzeville is a historical fiction podcast set in 1920s Chicago, exploring the vibrant Black community and the criminal underworld. The podcast combines compelling storytelling with authentic histori...

A Study in Emerald is a Sherlock Holmes podcast that reimagines the iconic detective in a science fiction setting. The podcast blends classic detective fiction with elements of science fiction and alt...

Cabinet of Curiosities presents a collection of short horror stories, often exploring themes of the macabre and the unsettling. The podcast's production quality is generally high, and the stories are...

The Town That Time Forgot is a horror podcast centered around a journalist investigating a strange town where time seems to have stopped. The podcast features a creepy atmosphere, unsettling mysteries...

Sleeper is a newer platform aiming to modernize the fantasy sports experience with a focus on social interaction and dynamic leagues. Its known for its innovative social draft feature, which allows fo...

The Storyteller, a Spotify Original, features a collection of short stories told by a variety of narrators. The podcast's production quality is high, and the stories range from heartwarming to chillin...

Dreamscape is an immersive audio drama podcast that tells original fantasy stories. The podcast features professional voice actors, sound effects, and music that create a rich and engaging listening e...

The NoSleep Podcast features horror stories submitted by users of the NoSleep subreddit. The podcast's vast library of stories covers a wide range of horror subgenres, from psychological thrillers to...

The Amelia Project is a science fiction podcast centered around a team of scientists attempting to recreate a deceased colleague using artificial intelligence. The podcast explores themes of grief, id...

Zombies, Run! transforms running or walking into an immersive, story-driven adventure. Users are chased by zombies while collecting supplies and completing missions. The app combines a compelling narr...

Never Dead is an audio drama series set in a world overrun by zombies. The podcast follows a group of survivors as they navigate the dangers of the apocalypse and uncover a mysterious conspiracy. The...

Within the Static is a horror podcast following a man who returns to his hometown and discovers a dark secret lurking beneath the surface. The podcast features a creepy atmosphere, unsettling mysterie...

Dan Carlin's Hardcore History is a deeply immersive and often harrowing exploration of historical events, particularly those involving war and conflict. Carlin's dramatic narration and meticulous rese...