Murder Unscripted
Forensic Files producer Ed Hydock goes off-script: unfiltered conversations with investigators, victims' families, and insiders about murders and cold cases.
Podcasts Like Murder Unscripted
If you loved Murder Unscripted, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Murder, Cold case, Missing person shows.
Why listeners love Murder Unscripted
Murder Unscripted brings the behind-the-scenes perspective of a Forensic Files producer to a freewheeling conversational format, with guests including investigators, family members, and industry insiders. If you like your true crime with a side of how-it-gets-made, this is a genuine find. Listeners rate its binge factor at 6/10.
Binge Factor
6/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Episodic
New case with every episode
Style
Conversational; insider-focused; engaged; informal
Presentation approach
Episode Length
45-90 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Dual host
Presentation format
Verdict
Good if insider TV-producer perspectives on true crime interest you
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Murder Unscripted
Anatomy of Murder
True crime fans who want professional expertise and insider perspective rather than amateur commentary; law enthusiasts and those interested in forensics.
Crime Writers On
True crime fans who also read crime fiction; listeners who want cultural and literary commentary alongside their true crime; those who enjoy documentary recaps with expert framing.
True Crime Garage
True crime fans who enjoy laid-back, conversational coverage of a wide range of cases; the podcast equivalent of true crime over drinks with friends.
Culpable Season 3
Third season of Tenderfoot TV's corporate crime investigation podcast.
Death at the Farmhouse
Investigation into rural farm-based murders and the unique circumstances of agricultural crime.
Midwest Murder
Podcast exploring murders and violent crime from the American Midwest.
The Swindler
Investigates financial fraud and con artists who have deceived businesses and individuals.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Unscripted (original) | Episodic | United States | 6/10 |
| Anatomy of Murder | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| Crime Writers On | Episodic | United Kingdom | 7/10 |
| True Crime Garage | Episodic | United States | 7/10 |
| Culpable Season 3 | Episodic | United States | 6/10 |
| Death at the Farmhouse | Episodic | United States | 6/10 |
| Midwest Murder | Episodic | United States | 6/10 |
| The Swindler | Episodic | United States | 6/10 |
| Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead | Serialized | United Kingdom | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Murder Unscripted?
The best alternatives to Murder Unscripted are podcasts that share its Murder, Cold case, Missing person 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 Murder Unscripted?
Murder Unscripted is known for its conversational; insider-focused; engaged; informal approach to Murder and Cold case. It scores 6/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of Murder Unscripted?
Episodes of Murder Unscripted are typically 45-90 min long. It follows an episodic format, with each episode covering a different case.
Where can I listen to Murder Unscripted?
Murder Unscripted 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 Murder Unscripted to start with?
New listeners are recommended to start with Browse for a case you already know — the format rewards familiarity. Episodes can generally be listened to in any order.