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The Apocalypse Players

The Apocalypse Players
Call Of Cthulhu
Cosmic Horror
Whitby
Horror
Eldritch Horrors
Art
Death
Rituals
Cthulhu Mythos
Supernatural
Occult
Esther
Avernus
Dungeons and Dragons
Mischief Theatre Company
Hell
Chaosiumcon
Folk Horror
Paris
Moon Child

A Call of Cthulhu actual play podcast. Dice-driven cosmic horrors supplied by Dominic Allen, Joseph Chance, Danann McAleer and guests. --- The Apocalypse Players is an actual play (or live play) TTRPG podcast focused on horror tabletop roleplaying games. Think Dimension 20 or Critical Role, but fewer dragons, more eldritch horrors, and more British actors taking their roleplaying very seriously (m... more

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...or ‘Stuffing our Purses with the Leavings of the Dead‘.

In which Dr Carraig-Muir practises archaeology, Reverend McCutcheon employs theology, and Lady Marjorie engages in guerilla warfare.

A Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. Episodes r... more

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...or “Forensic Dentistry”.

In which a susurration of Marjorie is invoked, Herbal Ventolin inhaled, and a bedraggled Scrooge figure is impersonated, before the arrival of an old acquaintance stops the fun and games...

A Call of Cthulhu scenario by ... more

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In which our former Oddchester trio face one that walks who should not, before attempting to reach the tumuli upon the moor...

A Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. Episodes released weekly.

Cast:

Dr. Henry Carraig-Muir - Joseph Chance

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In which our intrepid investigators go gorse mad, enter into a copse of trees and face death itself - via stars not fit to look upon.

A Call of Cthulhu scenario by Danann McAleer. Episodes released weekly.

Cast:

Dr. Henry Carraig-Muir - Joseph Cha... more

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Joseph Chance
Actor listed as Henry Carraig-Muire in the episode intro
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Episode: An Uncommon Burial 29: "A School Story"
Lucy Farrett
Special guest who played Bridge Ebden
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Episode: The Company of the Light (Vaesen) 15: ‘The Aftermaths’ (FINALE)
Belinda Cornish
Guest star actor
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Episode: As The Waters Cover The Sea FINALE: Back to Back to Back to the Future
Tom Clark
Portrayed Leopold Garibaldi, a character in the scenario
Episode: LIVE with TOM CLARK! Going Loco: Choo Choo Cthulhu 02 FINALE: 'Psychological Caboose'
Dan Wheeler
Plays Reverend Perregrine McCutcheon
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Episode: An Uncommon Burial 13: “The Third Policeman”
Danna McAleer
Acts as keeper of arcane lore
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Episode: An Uncommon Burial 13: “The Third Policeman”
Tilly Steele
Dr. Jemima Croft
Episode: Magnum Tenebrosum 19 FINALE: 'Journey's End'
Jessica Temple
Voice of Edwina Alexander de la Tonte
Episode: A Message of Art 13 FINALE: ‘Reality Check’
Danann McAleer
As Clovis Cerber, classical painter.
Episode: A Message of Art 03: ‘Champagne and Shit’

Hosts

Dominic Allen
Actor and actual-play performer
Joseph Chance
Actor and actual-play performer
Danann McAleer
Actor, scenario writer and actual-play performer
Dan Wheeler
Actor and actual-play performer

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Found them through their vaesen game. Absolutely loved it. Hope to see more in the future!

    The music and audio effects were neat touches that really set the atmosphere.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Chimera
    2 months ago
  • Great stories, players, and game master.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Rhix
    3 months ago
  • Dark Delight!

    I am absolutely addicted to this irreverent podcast. The performances are delivered with dedication, and often a touch of comical delirium. There’s oodles of spooky scenarios, wild wit, and inside jokes that sometimes might leave you befuddled but never without a laugh. Now irl Anyone some makes a suggestive double entendre I expect to hear a playful clown horn toot from somewhere in the ether.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _Introvertia_
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent podcast, great spooky funny eldritch stuff.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    FaceTom
    5 months ago
  • A Dan Good Show

    Or is it Danann? Or Dom? Must be Joseph.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoardBames
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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The storytelling works for people unfamiliar with Call of Cthulhu, while game mechanics and campaign continuity appeal to experienced players.
Listeners praise the cast's immersive performances, improvisation and chemistry, with memorable character work across campaigns.
Listeners value the rotating game runners, original scenarios and guest performers for keeping stories varied.
Atmospheric sound design, music and editing help the roleplaying sessions feel like radio drama.
The mix of unsettling horror and irreverent humor is a recurring strength, balancing genuine tension with laugh-out-loud moments.

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#33
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#209
United States/Arts
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#8
United Kingdom/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#32
Canada/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#43
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#142
Canada/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

An Uncommon Burial 12: “Imagining Some Fear”
Q: What do you think is happening with this trap door?
It seems to be part of a conspiracy involving Tom Mortimer and might be linked to Miriam Dagg's disappearance.
Bleak Prospect 08: 'Reflux'
Q: Where is Esther?
She is in the basement; I heard they were keeping her there. I don’t know where the others are but they might come back soon.
Bleak Prospect 08: 'Reflux'
Q: What kind of device are you referring to?
It's a tilling-gassed resonator, a device used to turn inward-facing experiences outward.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Apocalypse Players

What is The Apocalypse Players about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Ensemble actual-play performances bring horror tabletop roleplaying to life, primarily through Call of Cthulhu and occasional games such as Vaesen. Dominic Allen, Joseph Chance, Danann McAleer and Dan Wheeler rotate between running games and portraying investigators, building serialized mysteries through character-focused improvisation, dice-driven decisions and vivid sound design. Their stories draw on cosmic horror, folklore, occult conspiracies and period settings, with recurring characters and plot threads rewarding listeners who follow a campaign over time.

The tone balances genuinely unsettling scenes and emotional character development with dry humor, playful banter and running jokes. The theatrical performances and atmospheric prod... more

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Recent guests on The Apocalypse Players include:

1. Joseph Chance
2. Lucy Farrett
3. Belinda Cornish
4. Tom Clark
5. Dan Wheeler
6. Danna McAleer
7. Tilly Steele
8. Jessica Temple

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