The Frankston Murders
True crime podcast review — 2026
Reviewed
"The Frankston Murders reconstructs the two months of 1993 that changed a Melbourne suburb forever — three young women killed, a community in fear, and a killer living among them. Resolved in outcome but never quite in closure, it's a solid and respectful Australian true crime listen."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Fans of Australian true crime and its unique landscape and culture
Pros & cons
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
About this podcast
An examination of the 1993 murders of three young women — Elizabeth Stevens, Debbie Fream, and Natalie Russell — committed in and around Frankston, Victoria, by serial killer Paul Denyer over two months that put Melbourne's southern suburbs in a state of fear. The podcast covers the investigation, Denyer's arrest and full confession, and the repeated parole battles that have kept the case in Australia's public consciousness ever since.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1 — start from the beginning for full context
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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What is The Frankston Murders about?
An examination of the 1993 murders of three young women — Elizabeth Stevens, Debbie Fream, and Natalie Russell — committed in and around Frankston, Victoria, by serial killer Paul Denyer over two months that put Melbourne's southern suburbs in a state of fear. The podcast covers the investigation, Denyer's arrest and full confession, and the repeated parole battles that have kept the case in Australia's public consciousness ever since.
Is The Frankston Murders worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if Australian serial killer cases interest you". It scores 7/10 on binge factor. Three women murdered in Frankston, Victoria in 1993 — serial killer Paul Denyer terrorised Melbourne's southern suburbs before his arrest and confession. A victim-centred investigation into a crime that still resonates.
Who is The Frankston Murders for?
The Frankston Murders is ideal for: Fans of Australian true crime and its unique landscape and culture.
What is the best episode of The Frankston Murders to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1 — start from the beginning for full context. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
Where can I listen to The Frankston Murders?
The Frankston Murders is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to The Frankston Murders?
If you enjoy The Frankston Murders, you might also like: Australian True Crime, Bloodline Detectives, Casefile True Crime, The Thing About Pam. See our full "Podcasts Like The Frankston Murders" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Serious; community-focused; unflinching; sombre
- Episode length
- 30-45 min
- Episodes
- 6-8 episodes
- Binge factor
- 7/10
- Country
- Australia
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