Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle
Ex-Flying Squad detective Peter Bleksley runs a live fugitive hunt for BBC Radio 5 Live, tracking a man wanted over two murders.
Podcasts Like Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle
If you loved Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder, Investigative, Cold Case shows.
Why listeners love Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle
A live fugitive hunt, not a retrospective — the case is still open as you listen. It follows a serialized format — each season covers one case in depth, building suspense across episodes.
Binge Factor
8/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialized
One story told across multiple episodes
Style
Tense, revelatory, morally complex
Presentation approach
Episode Length
25-35 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if you want an active manhunt unfolding in real time rather than a closed case
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
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They Will Kill
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True Crime Fix
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A Million Other Choices
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Murder In The Rain
Two hosts cover cases from the Pacific Northwest.
Son of a Hitman
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Gone South
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Michigan Monsters
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True Crime Recaps
Two storytellers go through widely discussed true crime cases.
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Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast
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How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle (original) | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| Chalk Murder To Me | Episodic | United States | — |
| Disgraceland | Episodic | United States | — |
| They Will Kill | Episodic | United States | — |
| True Crime Fix | Episodic | United Kingdom | — |
| A Million Other Choices | Episodic | Canada | — |
| Murder In The Rain | Episodic | United States | — |
| Son of a Hitman | Serialized | United States | — |
| Gone South | Serialized | United States | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle?
The best alternatives to Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle are podcasts that share its Murder, Investigative, Cold Case focus and serialized format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle?
Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle is known for its tense, revelatory, morally complex approach to Murder and Investigative. It scores 8/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle?
Episodes of Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle are typically 25-35 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle?
Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle is available on BBC Sounds, Apple Podcasts, Spotify. You can find it by searching the show name on any of those platforms.
What is the best episode of Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Episode 1. As a serialized podcast, it's best to start from the beginning of a season.