I Could Murder a Podcast
Kieran Hedley and Ben Carter cover murders and serial killers with British dark humour — making true crime feel like a witty pub conversation.
Podcasts Like I Could Murder a Podcast
If you loved I Could Murder a Podcast, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder, Serial killer, Missing person, Cold case shows.
Why listeners love I Could Murder a Podcast
I Could Murder a Podcast is what happens when British dark humour meets true crime — and it mostly works. Hosts Kieran Hedley and Ben Carter bring enough chemistry and care to make even grim material feel companionable. If you liked My Favorite Murder but wish it sounded more like a British pub conversation, this is your show.
Binge Factor
5/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Episodic
New case with every episode
Style
Humorous; dark; conversational; irreverent
Presentation approach
Episode Length
45-75 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Dual host
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if you want British dark humour with your true crime
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like I Could Murder a Podcast
My Favorite Murder
True crime fans who enjoy comedy and warm friendship chemistry alongside the darkness; especially popular with women; great for those who find straight true crime too heavy.
RedHanded
True crime fans who want their listening to come with critical analysis of gender and power; UK and Ireland listeners; anyone who feels the mainstream genre ignores social context.
True Crime and Cocktails
Two friends, two cocktails, one murder case: Kristen and Hallie make true crime feel like a night in with mates — dark subject matter and all.
The Vanishing Act
UK podcast covering cases of people who have mysteriously disappeared.
Untold UK
Covers lesser-known British criminal cases that have received limited mainstream media attention.
Real Dictators
Deep biographical series on history's most brutal dictators and the crimes they committed.
The Crime UK Podcast
British true crime podcast covering investigation and analysis of UK criminal cases.
Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead
BBC’s Olivia Graham revisits the 1986 Diane Sindall murder and the 2025 quashing of Peter Sullivan’s conviction. Sullivan quashed 13 May 2025; killer unknown.
Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast
<p><em>Foggy</em> <em>gaslit</em> <em>streets.</em> <em>A</em> <em>quiet</em> <em>courtroom.</em> <em>And</em> <em>crimes</em> <em>that</em> <em>history</em> <em>tried</em> <em>to</em> <em>bury.</em><
Serial
Anyone interested in journalism, legal procedure, and deep investigative dives into morally ambiguous cases with no easy answers.
In the Dark
Listeners who want journalism-grade investigation into wrongful convictions, systemic racism, and institutional failures — more 60 Minutes than true crime thriller.
The Trial of Erin Patterson
The Crime Desk's courtroom coverage of the Erin Patterson 'mushroom murders' trial — one of the biggest cases of the decade.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| I Could Murder a Podcast (original) | Episodic | United Kingdom | 5/10 |
| My Favorite Murder | Episodic | United States | 5/10 |
| RedHanded | Episodic | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| True Crime and Cocktails | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| The Vanishing Act | Episodic | United Kingdom | 6/10 |
| Untold UK | Episodic | United Kingdom | 6/10 |
| Real Dictators | Episodic | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| The Crime UK Podcast | Episodic | United Kingdom | 6/10 |
| Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead | Serialized | United Kingdom | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to I Could Murder a Podcast?
The best alternatives to I Could Murder a Podcast are podcasts that share its Murder, Serial killer, Missing person, Cold case focus and episodic format. Our editorial team has hand-picked the most similar shows based on content type, storytelling style, and community ratings.
Why do people love I Could Murder a Podcast?
I Could Murder a Podcast is known for its humorous; dark; conversational; irreverent approach to Murder and Serial killer. It scores 5/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of I Could Murder a Podcast?
Episodes of I Could Murder a Podcast are typically 45-75 min long. It follows an episodic format, with each episode covering a different case.
Where can I listen to I Could Murder a Podcast?
I Could Murder a Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.
What is the best episode of I Could Murder a Podcast to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Any episode on a case you already know. Episodes can generally be listened to in any order.