Editorials16 Fascinating and Star-Studded Fiction Podcasts that Will Keep You Hooked

16 Fascinating and Star-Studded Fiction Podcasts that Will Keep You Hooked

Written by Matt Nelson & Likewise Pix | Oct 18, 2024 Dive into the realm of audio brilliance with these 16 fiction podcasts that mix star power with gripping narratives, neatly woven with mystery, sci-fi, and drama to keep your ears glued.

1. Classified

Classified Podcast
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A thrilling new mystery that comes from the famed creators of The Left Right Game and Blackout, Classified invites you to unravel the enigmatic happenings at Ravenholm Institute. Follow Ivan Harris, voiced by Wyatt Russell, as he seeks to escape from an institute that incarcerates him on the premise of delusions. Monica Potter plays the imposing Doctor Bell, while Brent Jennings voices Ivan’s imaginary companion, Lark. Imaginations run wild in this QCODE production, making you question reality every step of the way. Listen Now


2. SOLAR

SOLAR Podcast
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Set amidst the grandeur and mystery of our solar system, SOLAR is an epic tale that ventures beyond the bounds of Earth. Starring an ensemble cast led by Stephanie Beatriz, Alan Cumming, and Helen Hunt, this podcast chronicles the survival of Aethon’s crew after a catastrophic system failure. Torn between memories and harsh realities, they traverse through technological woes and an existential struggle. Explore human endurance in the shadow of cosmic wonder in this CurtCo Media production. Listen Now


3. Last Known Position

Last Known Position Podcast
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Embark on a thrilling quest with Gina Rodriguez as submersible pilot Mikaela Soto in Last Known Position. This mystery thriller unfolds with the crew searching for an aircraft that vanished over the Pacific Ocean. Themes of intrigue unfold with the support of star James Purefoy, as secrets emerge on their high-stakes mission funded by a grieving billionaire. Delve into the suspense woven with nuance, as the production leads you to unprecedented depths. Listen Now


4. Strawberry Spring

Strawberry Spring Podcast
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Based on Stephen King’s chilling narrative, Strawberry Spring delivers a classic horror story revisited through a modern-day lens. Journey to the sixties on the campus of New Sharon College where a fog of terror hides the gruesome Springheel Jack. Follow an ensemble cast, including Sydney Sweeney and Garrett Hedlund, as they navigate a one-of-a-kind tale destined to send shivers down your spine. Listen Now


5. Black Box

Black Box Podcast
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Black Box transports you to the whimsical world of teenage escapades through an adventure that echoes the nostalgic vibes of Stranger Things coupled with time-travel twists à la Back to the Future. Directed by an ensemble including Joel McHale and Kelsey Grammer, this story follows four teens who uncover a time machine's wreckage, leading them into dangerous conspiracies. It's an enthralling adventure beautifully crafted by REVERB Productions. Listen Now


6. Dirty Diana

Dirty Diana Podcast
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Starring Demi Moore, Dirty Diana is a daring exploration into the intimacy of erotic fantasies. Created by Shana Feste, this six-part adult drama reveals a side of humanity often left unspoken. Diana finds empowerment in escapist desires, captured within tales of feminine liberation and personal awakening shared through her clandestine website. Enjoy the nuanced storytelling by QCODE Media that invigorates and provokes thought. Listen Now


7. Homecoming

Homecoming Podcast
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The critically acclaimed Homecoming brings psychological depth to the fore as it interrogates themes of memory, power, and the unseen corridors of control. This auditory masterpiece offers an engrossing narrative experience, akin to an evening spent enveloped by the gripping pages of a psychological thriller. Although its description is unavailable, its stark appreciation invites curiosity. Listen Now


8. Blackout

Blackout Podcast
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Join Rami Malek in this gripping apocalyptic thriller—Blackout. Released by QCODE and Endeavor Content, the story follows a radio DJ trying to protect his family when a nationwide blackout disrupts the fabric of society. As uncertainties blossom, trust and fidelity meet unparalleled challenges. With Malek’s powerful portrayal interwoven with hints of paranoia, curiosity, and suspicion, “Blackout” promises a ride both tumultuous and exhilarating. Listen Now


9. Gaslight

Gaslight Podcast
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Entangle yourself in Gaslight—an intricately woven mystery starring Chloë Grace Moretz and Kelsey Asbille that draws listeners into the devastating wake of a disappearance. Years later, Danny’s unexpected return ushers unease, captivating listeners in a tale of rediscovery and unraveling past confusions. An aural mosaic orchestrated by Miles Joris-Peyrafitte, Gaslight crafts perplexity and suspense at every turn. Listen Now


10. Sandra

Sandra Podcast
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An enthralling enigma enveloped in A.I.'s complexities, Sandra follows Helen, yearning for a fresh start with her new position at the company behind the eponymous A.I. Assistant. Kristen Wiig alongside Alia Shawkat takes us on this thought-provoking escapade by Gimlet Media—a subtle blend of work culture and escapism with an aural narrative uniquely profound. Listen Now


11. Borrasca

Borrasca Podcast
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Plunge into the chilly whispers of Missouri with Borrasca. Voiced by Cole Sprouse, each episode engineers a spell-binding aura of mystery and thrilling enigmas. Returning to the gnawing secrecy haunting Drisking, this psychological travail pulls Sam Walker and listeners deeper into its tangled forest of unresolved fear. Amid secrets that blur reality, every episode offers cathartic revelations and biting truths. Listen Now


12. The Left Right Game

The Left Right Game Podcast
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Explore the paranormal with Tessa Thompson in The Left Right Game. This adventure features a journalist eager to carve her niche in a world filled with unworldly mysteries. Teetering on the edge of reality and the supernatural, the auditory experience unfurls unprecedented twists involving a mesmerizing game that eludes comprehension. Listen Now


13. Edith!

Edith! Podcast
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Laugh and learn with Rosamund Pike in Edith!, a comedic twist on historical narration centered around Edith Wilson's intriguing covert presidency. New episodes strikingly detail how power and secrecy brimmed within the White House post-World War I, tracing unexpected presidential antics driven by her determination to influence America's orbit while remaining undetected. Listen Now


14. Electric Easy

Electric Easy Podcast
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Crafting narratives of forbidden romance with futuristic elegance, Electric Easy explores what happens when human meets android amidst Los Angeles’s neon glow. Kesha leads a stunning voice cast with this introspective sci-fi journey that pushes boundaries of love and identity, set in an audio world that challenges what it means to be alive. Listen Now


15. Bridgewater

Bridgewater Podcast
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Created by Aaron Mahnke and starring Misha Collins, Bridgewater is a riveting blend of supernatural elements and mysteries of the past. When relics take center stage, folklore professor Jeremy Bradshaw finds himself tangled in an enigmatic tapestry of belief and history intertwined in this sonically captivating narrative that pushes beyond the veil of understanding. Listen Now


16. Listening In

Listening In Podcast
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Enchantingly modern in its mysteries, Listening In captures the trials of a lonely New Yorker enthralled by secret spectacles. Rachel Brosnahan leads the cast in this QCODE production, which intricately draws curiosity by eavesdropping into neighbors' lives via digital echoes, blurring personal spaces and societal interactions into remarkable insights. Every episode brims with captivating narratives and thrilling events. Listen Now


These fiction podcasts masterfully bind star power with storytelling that defies imagination and ventures into profound terrains of human consciousness. Whether you're drawn by thrill, lore, or humor, there's an auditory experience waiting to ensnare those willing to slip into worlds painted with voices.