Reviews

Ever want to eat steak on a steakout? Be serious...I am being serious. Creepy, scary and hilarious. Solid sound design and good voice acting keep you enthralled - don't go in the basement!

Great dialogue and very creative. Not to mention the addition of Harlan Guthrie who is one of my favorite creators. Five stars all the way, but we need Steve back!

As an entomologist, I feel attacked and dismayed at the attitude towards entomologists and insects in this show. 3/5 stars but only because it’s been improving recently. All jokes aside though, here’s my serious review: I can have a hard time finding podcasts I like, but this one definitely is one of those. The pacing tends to vary a bit, but I don’t mind that. While progression through the main plot has slowed quite a bit recently, it doesn’t feel like the story is going nowhere. It seems like we’re getting more background information and context for what’s going on, like we’re building up to something. It’s really got me hooked. 5/5 stars

I jumped into this podcast rather recently after seeing it on the RQ website. I was a little skeptical at the very beginning, but very quickly got hooked on the found-footage style, the dynamic between Nate and Steve, and the sound design. I am always a sucker for plotlines that start very cliche and then go in a completely different direction. Listening and re-listening continues to be a joy, and I am on the edge of my seat in anticipation of the next season. Amazing job!

I can’t stop listening to this! Got a recommendation on The Magnus Archives and have been spending little time with my earbuds out!

I really enjoy this podcast! However, episodes after the break seem to be so quiet that I can barely hear them at safe volume levels. I’d really appreciate it if the sound levels could be raised a tad. Thanks for the spooky fun!

Awesome podcast! Can’t wait for more!

Then you have come to the right place! ***FIRST REVIEW WHEN THIS WAS MY FAVORITE PODCAST: The hardest part is the WAIT…Only because I want to hear the rest so badly. I love Spooky/Eerie Horror Fiction Podcasts. I found this from the LIKEWISE APP that tells you great Podcast recommendations. If someone is looking for this Genre, I ALWAYS recommend The Cellar Letters ! CURRENT REVIEW: THIS had so much promise. I wonder if the Podcaster writes as he goes but isn’t quite sure where it’s going. I HATE to write this. As an avid listener of Fiction Podcasts this is what I want: A Show that comes out on the same day that is at least 20-30 min. 2 weeks apart is the longest it can possibly go or we forget what happened in the last episode. Don’t worry about making the Show go for a year ! Make a fabulous show even if it’s 8 episodes every 2 weeks and it’s done. It’s better to have Short and Fantastic than long and drawn out. The 10 min episodes are maddening after waiting for at the least 2 weeks. I feel like it should be “Remastered, Put Season 1 in 3 episodes. Do the same with S2 & S3. There hasn’t been an episode now for months but I had no idea S3 was over. S1 was 5 star. It got a little slower in S2 which I’d give a 4 star. S3 didn’t go anywhere. I’ll give it a 3 star only because I knew the character. If a new episode comes out I will have to listen to the last episode to remind myself what happened. Even MORE CURRENT: I LOVE THIS SHOW. The slow burn is driving me crazy (I guess that’s the point) Now I have a new way to listen. I wait until there’s at least 5 episodes - that means coming to check every 2-3 months. This way I can listen to a story with continuity for 30+ minutes. Right now, I’m left on a cliffhanger. If this could just come out every 2 weeks and be at least 20 minutes I’d be in my glory. 5 Stars for the Show, 5 Stars for Anxiety but 1 star for 8 or 9 min episodes.

Then you have come to the right place! ***FIRST REVIEW WHEN THIS WAS MY FAVORITE PODCAST: The hardest part is the WAIT…Only because I want to hear the rest so badly. I love Spooky/Eerie Horror Fiction Podcasts. I found this from the LIKEWISE APP that tells you great Podcast recommendations. If someone is looking for this Genre, I ALWAYS recommend The Cellar Letters ! CURRENT REVIEW: THIS had so much promise. I wonder if the Podcaster writes as he goes but isn’t quite sure where it’s going. I HATE to write this. As an avid listener of Fiction Podcasts this is what I want: A Show that comes out on the same day that is at least 20-30 min. 2 weeks apart is the longest it can possibly go or we forget what happened in the last episode. Don’t worry about going for a year ! Make a fabulous show even if it’s 8 episodes every 2 weeks and it’s done. Much better to have Short and Fantastic than long and drawn out. The 10 min episodes are maddening after waiting for at least 2 weeks. I feel like it should be “Remastered” Put Season 1 in 3 episodes. Do the same with S2 & S3. There hasn’t been an episode now for months but I had no idea S3 was over. S1 was 5 star. It got a little slower in S2 which I’d give a 4 star. S3 didn’t go anywhere. I’ll give it a 3 star only because I knew the character. If a new episode comes out I will have to listen to the last episode to remind myself what happened.

I love the story. I didn't expect to like it so much but its actually refusing.

you guys do awesome I love the 2 way one bein so excited the other being excited then down or scared y’all do amazing together and I really hope this podcast continues and y’all keep doing what y’all are doing

This is hardly a masterpiece in either storytelling or a show of technical skills, but there's something really comforting about listening to the creepy audiofiction equivalent of two large easily-startled puppies trying to figure out how a door works. The acting is very endearing and it's easy to cheer these bros on as they continue to get spooped by architecture and bits of paper.

Malevolent has been my favorite podcast since I stumbled upon it shortly after its release. First episode had me hooked! The acting is phenomenal, storyline is gripping, writing is like no other podcast out there! I honestly do not know how you could give it anything other than a 5⭐️rating! Unless it is to beg for more episodes per month ☺️ if you love horror with depth and suspense, this is the podcast for you!

A remarkable journey. The narrator—Nate—has enough creepy stuff going on…but his recordings carry additional chills. The podcast rewards a close listen with glimpses of horror that Nate can not (will not?) see.

Spooky and fun, with some really engaging characters. I quite enjoyed the musical interludes. I'm very worried about the dog....

What happens when some almost-bros move into a haunted house? Find out with the Cellar Letters. This is a hilariously different POV on the haunted house and I definitely recommend you give it a shot if you like comedic spooky

I love the cellar letters, it has been a fun ride through and through. The show has a catching story, likable characters and a dog! Season 3 episode 1 shows great signs of how the show may grow and evolve by introducing a new character and giving the listener more questions about what is really happening.

It's been a long time since I've been this invested into a audio drama. Just the perfect horror story tempered with the right amount of humour! Loving it

Honestly an interesting show.

When I first listened, I wasn't prepared for how funny I'd find this podcast. It certainly falls within the realm of Horror, but there is a very healthy dash of comedy in the mix to help alleviate the stress of listening. You can sense the enthusiasm, Jamie the creator, has for storytelling and it's intoxicating to listen to, in the same way listening to someone enthusiastically tell you about anything they truly love.

The scares are quiet and subtle, which makes them more intense. There are really two mysteries at work here--the basement of the house, and the narrator's past. As the two become more intertwined, the story becomes more personal and more affecting. There are times you'll have to use headphones, but the softness is creepier.

When I started this I wasn’t sure what to think. I finally resolved to listen seriously and started over at the first episode. It really grew on me. Yes, it moves a little too slowly in places, but it is creepy without being gory, and I find myself wanting to know what will happen. I hope it continues into season 3 as there are many loose ends.

I am starting with a conservative 4 star. As I listen more and more I grow more and more intrigued. Don’t get me wrong… from episode one it’s an extremely easy listen… as each episode rolls into the next nearly seamlessly, it also leaves one wondering what actually happens when first hear the “recordings”. This also plays more into a scripted narrative as opposed to the typical dry “recordings” type podcasts. One of the best things about this incredible show is the subtle or even blatant comedic relief. It almost adds that false sense of security. Soon following the legitimate belly laugh and now the Bo Burnham style diddy of a theme song introduced in episode 15 or 16 you get thrown RIGHT back into the creepy folds that these talents have delivered… I’m way to picky on podcasts. Personal tastes aren’t changed by saturating your palette with the flavors you can’t stand… this has achieved just that for me. I would like to thank this crew for a show I’ve been looking for and am actually excited to binge the rest of this 50 or so episode podcast. So thanks!

Truly, I have never felt so represented in horror as a forgetful goofyass dude. The way that this show tracked my exact emotional trajectory during The Rona is upsetting and impressive. Also, there's just not very much high quality horror comedy in podcasting right now, which I think is partly why The Cellar Letters has rightly become one of THE big-name horror podcasts right now! #JusticeForSteve

it's hard to find ideas that are so quickly understandable, but then yield hours of story. The Cellar Letters thankfully is just that. The eerie discovery, the sustained tone. This is a fun one.

Got caught up today and loved the whole show so far, can't wait to hear more! Only suggestion is lowering the sound of the beeps, as listening in the car is difficult with this one. Didn't detract from the greatness of 'The Cellar Letter' however :)

The banter between the two main characters is sarcastic comedy gold. The acting is really really great. Throw in that it’s also legitimately creepy and it’s just fantastic. It has a real life kinda feel to it. Very reminiscent of paranormal activity. I love how there’s no narrator or summaries or breaking of the fourth wall - it’s just the tapes they recorded and nothing else.

Loved it from initial listen! - Courtney

Then you have come to the right place! The hardest part is the WAIT…Only because I want to hear the rest so badly. I love Spooky/Eerie Horror Fiction Podcasts. I found this from the LIKEWISE APP that tells you great Podcast recommendations. If someone is looking for this Genre, I ALWAYS recommend The Cellar Letters !

I always look for a podcast that is mysterious and exciting to listen to at work. Extra points for a mild creep factor. I don’t like straight horror. But a little bit it’s kind of fun. Most would argue this is too scary. But it works out good enough for me. The two characters are funny actually! They had me laughing a few times! The episodes are anywhere from 8 to 11 minutes so it’s a great binge. All in all, if you like a little extra creep factor on top of a pretty good story, fast paced, and some quirky moments, this is perfect for you!