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Scary Stories Told in the Dark — A Horror Fiction Anthology Series

Chilling Entertainment
Horror
Chilling Tales For Dark Nights
Supernatural
Grief
Identity Theft
Haunting
Fear
Death
Betrayal
Ghosts
Mental Health
Christmas
Psychological Horror
Family
Survival
Horror Stories
Spooky Stories
Infection
Urban Legends
Zombies

Scary Stories Told in the Dark is a horror fiction podcast, spun off from Chilling Tales for Dark Nights and its popular YouTube channel of the same name. The show stars voice actor Malcolm Blackwood as both host and narrator, and features the hand-picked work of hundreds of talented authors. Sleep well, listeners… if you can.

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This week, Scary Stories Told in the Dark presents an unforgettable tale of obsession, grief, and the lingering footprints left behind by monsters who hide behind friendly smiles and impeccable reputations. In it, we meet a father, whose decades-long... more

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Death is supposed to be the end. At least... that's what we've always believed. But deep in the forgotten corners of America, hidden beyond the maps and untouched by time, there are places where decay is worshipped, where the dead are welcomed home, ... more

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There are places we instinctively know not to go. The woods beyond the old fence. The forgotten chamber sealed beneath centuries of dust. The distant glow that beckons from the darkness, promising wonder while concealing something far older—and infin... more

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Recent Guests

Mack Ralston
Author of The Limb, source material for the episode
Author
Episode: S19 Ep5: S19E05 - "Beware the Moon" – Scary Stories Told in the Dark
James Kelly
Author of the episode's tale (Cold Town)
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Episode: S19 Ep4: S19E04 - "Past the Last Exit" – Scary Stories Told in the Dark
Levi Salvos
Author of the tale, credited for the writing
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Episode: S19 Ep2: S19E02 - "Undoing Death" – Scary Stories Told in the Dark
Arthur Mack Ralston
Author of the tale (One Bountiful Halloween)
Author of the story
Episode: S18 Ep24: S18E24 - "Lies in Lantern Light" – Scary Stories Told in the Dark
Malcolm Blackwood
New neighbor who admires Otis Jiry's work
Episode: S15 Ep24: S15E24 - "Grinding My Gears" – Scary Stories Told in the Dark

Host

Malcolm Blackwood
Host and storyteller on the program; voice actor and narrator; associated with Chilling Tales for Dark Nights / Simply Scary Podcast Network

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.2k ratings
  • It’s cool

    It’s ok

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Fhdufjd
    United States22 days ago
  • I love this a lot but I’m 7

    I love creepy pasta and it’s so good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    feat.cookebaer
    United States2 months ago
  • REALLY SCARY but good ;3

    Omg I absolutely love this it makes my hard days into scary fun days it’s really good I love all of it beautiful voices btw

    PS: I think u will have nightmares tonight if u listen to dis muahahahahhahahah jk I don’t think u will or will u muahahahhahahah that’s for meh to know and u to find out muahahahahahha

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Two player on FaceTime
    United States2 months ago
  • 👍🏻🫶🏻👋🏻

    I love scary stories and I have looked for really good horror stories I am 13 BTW I love the horror stories!!!

    PS. Have a good night if you can sleep after this 😈 if you can HaHaHaHa Jk or am I HaHaHaHa

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    😈Scary furry🦊
    United States2 months ago
  • Otis did it better

    Podcast honestly sucks without Otis Jiry

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AsItIsWritten101
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audience appreciates production value and variety of stories.
Some listeners value the nostalgia and voice from the original host.
Quality narration and storytelling are frequently praised.
Listeners miss Otis Jiry; reception to changes is mixed.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#21
United States/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#57
United States/Fiction
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#30
Canada/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#32
United Kingdom/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#76
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Apple Podcasts
#80
Canada/Fiction

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What is Scary Stories Told in the Dark about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running horror anthology series delivers atmospheric, voice-driven audio dramas written by a wide range of authors. Each episode weaves a suspenseful, often unsettling tale with a steady host-narrator guiding listeners through creeping dread, macabre twists, and occasional meta moments that acknowledge advertising and production credits. Recent seasons feature a prominent shift in narration style, with audience reactions ranging from nostalgia for the original voice to openness to new storytelling without it, while sponsor integrations remain a visible rhythm within the episodes. Overall, it's a high-production, audio-centric horror experience that rewards patient listening and attention to mood, craft, and twist endings. For potenti... more

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2. James Kelly
3. Levi Salvos
4. Arthur Mack Ralston
5. Malcolm Blackwood

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