Icelandic True Crimes
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"Icelandic True Crimes is a rare English-language window into Icelandic criminal cases. Host Margret Bjorns covers cases from a country rarely represented in true crime media, providing unique content for listeners seeking global coverage."
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
- −Only available on Apple Podcasts — not accessible on all podcast apps
About the host
Margret Bjorns
Host of Icelandic True Crimes.
About this podcast
An independent weekly podcast focusing on solved true crime cases in Iceland. Available in both Icelandic and English.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1 — best heard in order
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Icelandic True Crimes
What is Icelandic True Crimes about?
An independent weekly podcast focusing on solved true crime cases in Iceland. Available in both Icelandic and English.
Is Icelandic True Crimes worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Excellent for fans of international and Nordic true crime". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Independent weekly podcast covering true crime cases from Iceland in English and Icelandic.
Who is Icelandic True Crimes for?
Icelandic True Crimes is recommended for true crime enthusiasts who enjoy Murder.
What is the best episode of Icelandic True Crimes to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — best heard in order. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to Icelandic True Crimes?
Icelandic True Crimes is available on Apple Podcasts. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to Icelandic True Crimes?
If you enjoy Icelandic True Crimes, you might also like: Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, Crime Next Door: The Beast of Birkenhead, Serial, In the Dark. See our full "Podcasts Like Icelandic True Crimes" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Both
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Narrative; immersive
- Episode length
- 30-50 min
- Episodes
- 80+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- IS
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