Dark Investigations
True crime podcast review — 2026
"A 2026 standout specifically noted for its atmosphere — longer-form than most independent shows."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries
- ✓Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders
Pros
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
Dark Investigations is a weekly true crime podcast that delivers deep-dive investigations into real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, serial killers, and shocking criminal conspiracies. It's been highlighted as a standout for atmosphere in 2026 best-of lists.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dark Investigations
What is Dark Investigations about?
Dark Investigations is a weekly true crime podcast that delivers deep-dive investigations into real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, serial killers, and shocking criminal conspiracies. It's been highlighted as a standout for atmosphere in 2026 best-of lists.
Is Dark Investigations worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if you want long-form deep dives rather than quick case summaries". Bill Dunlap delivers deep-dive investigations into real murder cases, unsolved mysteries, cold cases, and serial killers, praised for its atmosphere.
Who is Dark Investigations for?
Dark Investigations is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Cold case enthusiasts who love decades-old unsolved mysteries; Those interested in the psychology of serial offenders.
What is the best episode of Dark Investigations to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
What podcasts are similar to Dark Investigations?
If you enjoy Dark Investigations, you might also like: A Million Other Choices, Unsolved (RTÉ), Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, MURDERISH. See our full "Podcasts Like Dark Investigations" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Deep-dive, atmospheric, thorough
- Episode length
- 45-60 min
- Episodes
- 100+ episodes
- Country
- United States
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