Someone's Hunting Us
NJ.com traces how serial killer Khalil Wheeler-Weaver preyed on Black women and girls in New Jersey in 2016, believing no one would look for them.
Podcasts Like Someone's Hunting Us
If you loved Someone's Hunting Us, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Serial Killer, Investigative shows.
Why listeners love Someone's Hunting Us
A serial killer case that's really about which victims get believed and searched for — and which don't. With a binge factor of 8/10, it sits among the most compulsively listenable shows in the genre. 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
Serious; community-focused; unflinching; sombre
Presentation approach
Episode Length
35-45 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo narrator
Presentation format
Verdict
Must listen
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like Someone's Hunting Us
The Missing Cryptoqueen
BBC journalist Jamie Bartlett tracks down Dr Ruja Ignatova, who persuaded millions to invest in OneCoin before vanishing without a trace.
Pipeline
The Crime Desk's investigation into four professional divers sucked hundreds of feet into a Caribbean oil pipeline in 2022 — and the failing safety standards that put them there.
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.
The Binge: Watching You
Sony's annual Binge flagship — a husband's secret surveillance recordings become central evidence after his wife goes missing near Atlanta.
Inside Murder Trial: Girl in the River
Journalist Jane MacSorley and advocate Thomas Ross KC unpack each day of the Caroline Glachan murder trial as it happens, live from BBC Radio Scotland.
I Am Not Nicholas
BBC Studios tracks Nicholas Rossi, a man accused of sexual assault who spent years evading justice by claiming to be someone else entirely.
True Crime South Africa
South Africa's flagship true crime podcast, hosted by award-winning journalist Nicole Engelbrecht — the country's most popular true crime show even against international competition.
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.
Murder Mile UK True Crime
London-focused true crime where the host physically walks the streets where each murder happened — seven-time award nominee.
Matched with a Predator
BBC Disclosure's investigation into a predator who used dating apps to target and abuse women — the 2026 Best Serialised Podcast winner.
I'm Not a Monster
A multi-award-winning BBC investigation into ISIS recruitment, told through the people who were pulled in.
The Nobody Zone
RTÉ's award-winning investigation into Kieran Kelly, believed to be Ireland's first identified serial killer.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Someone's Hunting Us (original) | Serialized | United States | 8/10 |
| The Missing Cryptoqueen | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| Pipeline | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Trial of Erin Patterson | Serialized | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Binge: Watching You | Serialized | United States | 8/10 |
| Inside Murder Trial: Girl in the River | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| I Am Not Nicholas | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
| True Crime South Africa | Episodic | ZA | 8/10 |
| Manhunt: Finding Kevin Parle | Serialized | United Kingdom | 8/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to Someone's Hunting Us?
The best alternatives to Someone's Hunting Us are podcasts that share its Serial Killer, Investigative focus and serialized format. We've matched alternatives based on case types, storytelling format, and community ratings from our database.
Why do people love Someone's Hunting Us?
Someone's Hunting Us is known for its serious; community-focused; unflinching; sombre approach to Serial Killer and Investigative. It scores 8/10 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 Someone's Hunting Us?
Episodes of Someone's Hunting Us are typically 35-45 min long. It follows a serialized format, covering one story across multiple episodes.
Where can I listen to Someone's Hunting Us?
Someone's Hunting Us 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 Someone's Hunting Us 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.