The Lighthouse Murder
Investigation into an 1896 lighthouse murder in Washington State, one of the Pacific Northwest's oldest cold cases.
Podcasts Like The Lighthouse Murder
If you loved The Lighthouse Murder, here are the best podcasts to try next. Matched by case type, storytelling style, and community ratings from our database of Cold Case, Historical Crime shows.
Why listeners love The Lighthouse Murder
The Lighthouse Murder investigates a fascinating 1896 cold case murder at a Washington lighthouse, bringing modern investigative techniques to a century-old mystery. Listeners rate its binge factor at 7/10.
Binge Factor
7/10
Community-rated compulsive listenability
Format
Serialised
Mix of serialized and standalone episodes
Style
Narrative; immersive
Presentation approach
Episode Length
25-45 min
Typical episode duration
Host Style
Solo host
Presentation format
Verdict
For fans of historical mysteries and Pacific Northwest true crime
Our editorial rating
Recommendations
12 podcasts like The Lighthouse Murder
Last Seen
True crime fans interested in art crime, historical heists, and the murky world of stolen art recovery; anyone who loved the Netflix documentary.
Morbid
True crime fans who enjoy real forensic expertise delivered with warmth and humour; those who want both depth and a sense of fun.
Root of Evil
True crime fans fascinated by generational trauma, unsolved cold cases, and the extraordinary experience of investigating your own family's potential crimes.
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.
Murder Mile UK True-Crime Podcast
Award-winning independent podcast by author Mike Williams covering London's lesser-known historical and modern true crime.
The Teacher's Pet
True crime fans who like journalism-driven investigations with massive real-world impact; anyone fascinated by domestic crime and institutional failure.
CounterClock
Audiochuck's serialised investigative podcast working with law enforcement to bring cold cases to justice.
Lore
Award-winning dark history podcast exploring terrifying historical truths that inspired folklore and legend.
Missing and Murdered: Finding Cleo
CBC's Connie Walker investigates the Sixties Scoop through the disappearance of Cleo Semaganis Nicotine.
Bear Brook
True crime fans fascinated by forensic science, DNA technology, and cold cases with a genuine scientific payoff.
Your Own Backyard
Listeners who want investigative true crime with real-world consequence and single-minded, passionate focus from a creator who refused to let a case die.
How they compare
| Podcast | Format | Country | Binge |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lighthouse Murder (original) | Serialised | United States | 7/10 |
| Last Seen | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Morbid | Episodic | United States | 5/10 |
| Root of Evil | Serialized | United States | 7/10 |
| Serial | Serialized | United States | 10/10 |
| In the Dark | Serialized | United States | 10/10 |
| Murder Mile UK True-Crime Podcast | Serialised | United Kingdom | 9/10 |
| The Teacher's Pet | Serialized | Australia | 9/10 |
| CounterClock | Serialised | United States | 9/10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What podcasts are similar to The Lighthouse Murder?
The best alternatives to The Lighthouse Murder are podcasts that share its Cold Case, Historical Crime 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 The Lighthouse Murder?
The Lighthouse Murder is known for its narrative; immersive approach to Cold Case and Historical Crime. It scores 7/10 on our binge factor rating, reflecting how compulsively listenable listeners find it.
How long are episodes of The Lighthouse Murder?
Episodes of The Lighthouse Murder are typically 25-45 min long. The format varies between serialized arcs and standalone episodes.
Where can I listen to The Lighthouse Murder?
The Lighthouse Murder 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 The Lighthouse Murder 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.