Top 100 Drama Podcasts

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A dorky adult gives goofy, sometimes insightful commentary on Television shows/movies and middle-grade & YA books for the casual listener. Some original stories included.

*For An Adult Audience. May contain some mature language. Discretion advised.

Do not fear the dark, fear what darkness brings...

Arkham Private Investigator Arthur Lester wakes up with no memory of who he is or what has happened, only a nameless, eerie voice guiding him through the darkness.

Blind, terrified, and confused, his journey will lead him towards a series of mysteries in the hopes of understanding the truth of what has transpired.

As cosmic horrors seep into the world around, Arthur must ask himself whether this entity truly seeks to help him, or are its intentions more...

Malevolent

Malevolent is produced, written, edited, performed, scored & created by Harlan Guthrie.

This podcast contains mature themes, explicit language, bodily horror, violence, otherworldly terror and death. Listener discretion is advised. Full transcripts of every episode are available here.

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An actual play TTRPG podcast that is done by professionals who—wait, this says UNprofessionals. Hmm. Well, it’s a podcast I suppose. It is done by some monsters, and they roll dice. And it also thinks its an old timey radio show!

Join us on the first season of our FateCore powered adventure, as we explore The Uncanny Valley—an eerie world of fantasy, cowboys, and steam power!

What happened at the Observatory? Who is Dr. Bruknenko? What is in those core samples?

And, most importantly...

Where is Jimmy Curtains?

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A down-to-Earth sci-fi road trip, The Book of Constellations is a story about Rael, who claims to be the sole survivor of an alien race, as told by Simon, the man who went with him. On a quest to save humanity from the same malevolent force that destroyed his own people, Rael believes this “Darkness” resides in the Governor of the state. Rael makes his way west to the Capitol armed with nothing but his uncanny perception and empathy. He gathers allies along the way from the forgotten and lost of America. Rael’s obsession won’t allow him to mourn another world, but how far is he willing to go to save us?

HAUNTED: The Audio Drama tells the story of reclusive alcoholic writer James Hunter, bubbly enthusiastic podcaster Abigail Corbin and police officer Dan Cowell as they investigate strange and seemingly unexplainable phenomenon. Told in a classic serial format with episodes raging from suspenseful thrillers, to spine tingling horrors to laugh-out-loud comedies, HAUNTED: The Audio Drama is a horror adventure series that feels like Doctor Who crossed with The X Files.

Season 2 begins on April 16th 2023 and sees our trio playing a nationwide game of cat and mouse as they try to capture the wicked occultist Karl Trevino following his deadly antics in Greenvale in season 1. As they push further and further into the unexplained however, Dan and Abigail are forced to confront the idea that their friend James Hunter might not be who he says he is.

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A science fiction, horror audio drama podcast that follows Silas Caldwell, a linguist, who finds himself employed by VINCULA, a biotech company with an unearthly set of artifacts in their possession. Alongside a team of scientists and explorers, Silas plunges into the world beyond the Breach, and is touched by terrors beyond his wildest dreams.

Website: syntaxpodcast.com

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Listen to the entire epic series, which follows Survivors in Los Angeles after the world has been turned upside down.

It begins with “A Story of Survival” which spans from Chapters 1-48. Our survivors band together, fortify a safe haven known as the Tower, and discover that the Infected are far from the biggest threat they will have to face.

The adventure continues with two mini-series:

“Lockdown” - A small group of inmates and prison guards are trapped in the T-block at Twin Towers Jail. They are forced to work together and find a way to escape while the rest of the world ends around them.

“Goldrush” - Set 17 years after the main events of “A Story of Survival”, this is a recollection story that describes the efforts of the four Soldiers as they attempt a side mission to retrieve a suspected stash of gold bullion.

Our newest season is “We’re Alive: Descendants”:

The story of survival continues; the fight is not over.

18 years after the Outbreak, the world is starting to re-organize and rebuild, but many different forms of humanity are still struggling to survive in the aftermath. Nicholas Tink grew up in the shadow of his father- the late, great, Saul Tink. Little does he know that deep in the places where infected dwell, another descendant lies waiting.

Content Warning: This podcast contains descriptions of graphic violence, sexual references, and strong language. Listener discretion is advised.

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The Dex Legacy is a full cast science fiction drama set on the planet SP714. The spaceships are dead, the ancestors are silent, and human beings are the same as ever. Dex Island is about to become a major player on the world stage. Weapons manufacturer and President, Nathaniel Dex, works with his colleagues to run his company and steer planet-wide politics. It’s a game of chess on a global scale and his adopted and enhanced children, Varian, Isra and Ren will be key players. But unleashing three teenage super soldiers on the world comes with more complications than anyone anticipated. It’s Game of Thrones meets Dune with a hefty dose of dark humour in this sci-fi audio drama, featuring a diverse cast of characters you’ll love to hate, and never forget. The Dex Legacy audio drama is written by Emily Inkpen as a prequel series to her trilogy of dark political science fiction novels. You can find out more about The Dex Legacy, buy merch and support the show at https://www.thedexlegacy.com/

Finish the work week in all-out hysterics with short stories written and read by Thaddeus Ellenburg.

In Erset La Tari, life ranges from the absurdly unexpected to the darkly intense, taking audio drama listeners on a roller coaster across its diverse landscapes.
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Chuckle along to "The Nymphaeum" as Sangha Adrastea and Brother Ravi, two clumsy researchers, bumble through a portal to another plane of existence , all in the name of seeking divine guidance.
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Join the ruckus in "The Orillian Regiment" in Sada Emedu. When over enthusiastic mercenaries meet a foreign warship, it's a battle of misunderstandings in the comedy of errors which ensues.
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Indulge in the drama of "Wide-End" where high society collides with the denizens from the 'Untouchables Camp'. It's riches, reptiles, and it’s treachery!
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In the eerie "The Ansa Enclave", a mismatched group bound by personal ties venture into the haunting Wildland. With every step, shadows of their past intertwine with the enigma of missing children.
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Journey into the Darklands in "Anderkant" Beneath layers of rock lies a world of ancient secrets, where Min-Min's battle against time and the scheming Lessee will grip your heart and confuse your brain.
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And "The Steg" reveals a city's hidden darkness. Kidnappings, resurrections, and a sinister plot! When ex-mercenaries, detectives and magical story telling devices collide, mysteries unravel, taking everyone along for the ride.
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Six tales. Plenty of action, intrigue and comedy. Welcome to Erset La Tari, where every episode is a new horizon. And remember, the journey doesn't stop here. Dive deeper with monthly episodes, and for those seeking extra tales and behind-the-scenes magic, check out:
[https://patreon.com/NoReturnAD]

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Welcome to Darkness Falls, a quiet sanctuary for the supernatural nestled in a shadowed corner of New England. The Yokai Detective Agency is the enforcer of this haven and follows a diverse group of supernatural beings. Our lead homicide detective Ren Black has been battling the aftermath of his partner and lover's murder.

Shutting himself away in his grief for a year, a new partner assignment in a young kumiho named Hiro Akashi coincides with the return of the serial killer that took away his light. Are the embers of love and revenge too mixed for Black to sift through? Will the Yokai Detective Agency be able to band together and close this case for good?

Take a trip to Darkness Falls and see what lies in wait.

Ending theme:

'Save Me' by Eye One Fifty. https://youtu.be/T3DrpFCyQ-k

THE TRUTH makes movies for your ears. They're short stories that are sometimes dark, sometimes funny, and always intriguing. Every story is different, but they all take you to unexpected places using only sound. If you're new, some good starting places are: Silvia's Blood, That's Democracy, Moon Graffiti, Tape Delay, or whatever's most recent. Listening with headphones is encouraged! We're a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX.

Second Fiddles is an audio dramedy about a superhero sidekick support group. Join Buck and his punny powered pals as they try to make a difference in Rose City!

1940, Los Angeles. Openly gay private eye Dash Malone, combats a society that rejects him, a lover who isn’t honest with him, and a rash of brutal murders that are somehow connected with his new prospective client, the mysterious Zita Makara. As the bodies stack up, Dash discovers the seemingly unrelated parts of his life are really pieces of a larger puzzle. Can he conquer the monsters of the past to stop a terrifying future from occurring?

Ripped from the pages of the hit indie comic book, this weekly podcast is a reimagined queer take on a classic genre that’s a blend of noir, horror, and mystery.

“A love letter, a critique, and a kick in the ass to the modern moment long overdue.” - Comic book writer Steve Orlando.

Dash cover art by Vinnie Rico

Canary P.I. is a non serialized audio drama in a off kilter noir setting. Short stories with a horror twist. Enjoy our rotating cast of characters and peculiar situations through the eyes of Canary. Your neighborhood gumshoe!

SOLAR, starring Stephanie Beatriz, Tony Award winner Alan Cumming, Academy Award winner Helen Hunt and Jonathan Bangs, is a journey to the heart of the solar system and an exploration of the vastness of the human spirit. Disconnected from Earth and trapped on separate parts of their spacecraft, crew members must fight for survival following a disaster on board the ill-fated Aethon, a manned solar research probe sent to explore temporal distortion around the sun. As painful memories, forgotten dreams, technological challenges and blunt realities collide--they must work together to keep their hope alive in the face of growing darkness. SHADOWS ARE DARKER THIS CLOSE TO THE SUN. SOLAR is a CurtCo Media production. To learn more, visit solarthepodcast.com

Rapture 518 is a horror/psychological thriller Audiodrama produced in Canada.Dr. Sarah Penn is a resident physician, but she has not been at work for a few weeks.Part of this is because of the unpredictable outbreak that’s turned mild mannered pedestrians into flesh-eating sociopaths. People are much less predictable than the undead.Welcome to Rapture.Welcome home.

Join The Frontiersman in his adventure across the American frontier, a place filled with terrifying monsters, strange magic and opportunists.

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A multi award-winning dystopian sci-fi drama of loss, isolation and hope, about a woman navigating a post-apocalyptic future.

2069. Valen is the first woman on the moon. No fanfare though, just an engineer doing her job. She likes her work, and her posting, but sometimes it gets lonely.

2089. Earth is silent. Chaika leaves the moonbase where she was born in search of... someone... anyone. Is she the only human left?

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In a world where beasts and entities have integrated into society, a group of outcasts set out on the run after a discovery that could change the existence of entities everywhere.

Lou sends out broadcasts in hopes of reaching an audience with a warning of what's to come. Unfortunately, the listener she reaches might not be the kind of person she's hoping to find.

The Moon Crown is a full-cast, weird fiction and horror audio drama meant for adult audiences, and is based on Filipino mythology with a little western mythology mixed in.

More information can be found on themooncrown.com.

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Semi-late night community radio broadcasts from a strange little town in the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta (aka, not just the middle of nowhere, but nowhere itself). Nothing ever happens here. Certainly nothing weird. Why would you even suggest that? Listen close. Don't wander off. It's a long way to get where you're going. Especially out here.

What if mythology was real? And what if mythological creatures existed in a park hidden away from society? Would you dare to take a step in? Listen to fantastic tales and origins of beasts, monsters, and gods, told in an immersive, full-cast, anime-inspired audio drama.

Residents of Proserpina Park is a monster of the week fiction podcast focused on mythology. Learn about creatures you've never heard of before and follow this crazy gang and their pet dog alien to solve the mystery of the park.

CROWDFUND LINK HERE.

A new queer sci-fi podcast featuring space pirates, mail crimes, a lost planet, the Rave District of the moon, and an ill-advised prank war. Coming August 2021

True paranormal stories, told by your favorite internet uncles. We like to say we scare the hell out of you, then make you laugh. Hosted by Brennan Storr & Paul Bestall

Petrified - a horror fiction anthology podcast from a darker Ireland. Petrified tells the chilling tales of ordinary people encountering the supernatural, and their terrifying fates.

Written and directed by Peter Dunne. Produced by Liam Geraghty.

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A goddess, a cowboy, and a conman. Far from friends. This fantasy-western follows an unexpected adventure across the American West. Created by Maria Fernanda Vidaurrazaga and JT Lachausse.

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When video collector Mark Cambria watches a mysterious VHS tape, he begins talking in his sleep in a language that doesn't exist. Mark and his girlfriend Tamra set out to investigate the tape's origin and find themselves caught up in a web of conspiracy, occult, and dread surrounding a legendary video store with a sinister purpose beyond imagining. Video Palace was created by Nick Braccia and Mike Monello, directed by Ben Rock, written by Ben Rock & Bob DeRosa and stars Chase Williamson and Devin Sidell.

Re-discover the amazing story of the 1999 cult classic - Planescape: Torment.

A fully voiced re-telling of the game's story with a modern take and narrative drive.

I hope to follow on from Rhyss Hess' example in lovingly creating an homage to this wonderful story, that aims to allow new and existing fans to enjoy the narrative in an episodical, fully voiced, unofficial audio series. I will be mostly using Dan Simpson's in-depth guide to cover as much content as possible in one single playthrough.

This series began as a way to challenge and stretch my voice over and audio editing capabilities; and since, has become a vast passion project where I re-experience one of my all-time favourite stories, bringing renewed life to the beautifully written characters.

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1109783.Rhys_Hess

https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/pc/187975-planescape-torment/faqs/7964

Planescape: Torment - Enhanced Edition

Beamdog brings modern features to yet another classic isometric RPG in Planescape: Torment Enhanced Edition. Uncover secrets of past lives in this story-rich, tactical roleplaying game set in Sigil, a dark fantasy city at the heart of the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse. Explore the planes, survive combat alongside a party of unique companions, and solve puzzles unlike any ever seen in the genre. The original Planescape: Torment was released in 1999 to widespread critical acclaim. It won RPG of the Year from multiple outlets for its unconventional story, characters, and amazing soundtrack. Since then, millions of Planescape: Torment fans have enjoyed exploring the strange and dangerous city of Sigil and surrounding planes through the Nameless One's eyes.

Beamdog has partnered with Chris Avellone, Lead Designer on the original Planescape: Torment, to curate Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition and update it with modern features to share with a new generation of role playing fans. "Beamdog has worked hard to ensure the feel and tone of the Enhanced Edition matches the original game. At the same time, they've also taken advantage of current generation technology to allow for improvements to the interface and feel - it's the best way to play Planescape: Torment, hands-down."

Discover an incredibly rich story and a unique setting unlike anything else in fantasy. Defeat strange and alien creatures, engage in rich dialogue, and explore the dark and dangerous Planescape setting in this 50+ hour RPG classic.

This is Planescape: Torment like you’ve never seen before.

https://planescape.com/

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​Somewhere on the borders between Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee in the most remote parts of the Appalachians, girls have gone missing for decades. When a young woman journeys there to the isolated community of Kilruane, she uncovers the truth about the mysterious man who wanders the woods and his connection to the missing women and puts herself in danger from those who want to protect the town and keep its secrets.

In southern California, just outside Hollywood, there is a most unusual hotel. A hotel dedicated to the golden age of cinema and the departures of its most influential and notorious players. It is a destination that spotlights the manners in which these men and women of Hollywood perished. The rooms are decorated with an array of evidence and clues, unique to each death, and fitted with a cast of department store manikins which stand in for the major roles involved - Forensic precision made kitschy and accessible to all. Each episode we will present to you one of these rooms, and rouse your im

Dodds Aldon finally has the life he's always wanted, a life of adventure on the open sea! Along with his new friends, he joins a crew and begins exploring the mystical and dangerous waters of The Wandering Sea.

The Storm Chasers is an anime-inspired adventure/comedy set on the open seas. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime!

Amon Heights is a completely ordinary town in New Jersey. Everything is fine. Nothing is wrong.

Nothing Is Wrong is a horror anthology podcast taking place in and around the fictional town of Amon Heights, New Jersey.

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What begins as an investigation into the first documented murder on Antarctica and the South Pole's Amundsen-Scott-Research Station; has unearthed far more than scientific inquiry. From clandestine government experiments to whispered tales of the supernatural, this frozen expanse holds secrets that defy explanation.

From the bottom of the Earth, Supervisory Deputy Marshal Bass Marlow continues to uncover the truth behind the rumors and legends that shroud this remote and unforgiving land.