Leila
Brazilian true crime podcast investigating the case of actress Leila Cravo and the events surrounding her death.
Podcasts Like Leila
If you loved Leila, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder shows.
Why listeners love Leila
Leila is a Brazilian Portuguese narrative podcast investigating the mysterious death of actress Leila Cravo. Narrated by Leandra Leal, it explores the entertainment industry, power dynamics and justice in Rio de Janeiro.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Atmospheric; documentary style
Presentation approach
Episode Length
20-40 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
Must listen
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Leila
Suspiria
Hosts Carol and Stephanie, born and raised in Brazil, cover true crime cases across Latin America that rarely reach an English-speaking audience.
Chalk Murder To Me
Local reporters examine crimes in Mansfield, Ohio.
Disgraceland
Music and true crime: the crimes and scandals around famous musicians, told as stories.
Murder In The Rain
Two hosts cover cases from the Pacific Northwest.
They Will Kill
Sisters cover lesser-known and strange true crime cases.
True Crime Fix
A victim-first true crime show.
Son of a Hitman
Investigates hitman Charles Harrelson and the crimes linked to him.
Michigan Monsters
Forgotten crimes and dark history from Michigan, told with some humour.
True Crime Recaps
Two storytellers go through widely discussed true crime cases.
A Million Other Choices
A Canadian-hosted, victim-centred true crime podcast covering murder and other criminal cases from around the world, with a particular interest in the Canadian justice system.
MURDERISH
Jami Rice tells real cases in full, from start to finish, with detailed research.
True Crime DEADLINE
Journalist Matt Johnson covers cold cases, unsolved mysteries and murders.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leila (original) | Serialised | Brazil | 7/10 |
| Suspiria | Episodic | Brazil | 7/10 |
| Chalk Murder To Me | Episodic | United States | — |
| Disgraceland | Episodic | United States | — |
| Murder In The Rain | Episodic | United States | — |
| They Will Kill | Episodic | United States | — |
| True Crime Fix | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| Son of a Hitman | Serialized | United States | — |
| Michigan Monsters | Episodic | United States | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Leila?
The best alternatives to Leila are podcasts that share its Murder focus and serialised format. Our editorial team has hand-picked the most similar shows based on content type, storytelling style, and community ratings.
Why do people love Leila?
Leila is known for its atmospheric; documentary style approach to Murder. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it. It has earned a "Must Listen" rating from our editorial team.
How long are episodes of Leila?
Episodes of Leila are typically 20-40 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to Leila?
Leila is available on Apple Podcasts. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.
What is the best episode of Leila to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Episode 1 — best heard in order. Episodes can generally be listened to in any order.