Morrison Mysteries
NBC News
Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison takes you on a captivating ride through some of the most suspenseful and chilling works of fiction you’ll ever hear. Get ready for haunting stories of betrayal, love, jealousy and rage. Each chapter brings more clues, more suspense and of course, more twists and turns. So settle down and listen up, it’s classic mysteries as you’ve never heard before.
In Season 3 of Morrison Mysteries, Dateline NBC's Keith Morrison introduces you to the Meadowcroft family, living on a sprawling American farm. The household is teeming with rivalry and passion, envy and anger. When someone mysteriously disappears, two brothers are accused of murder. But all is not as it seems. To find out what really happened, tune in to Wilkie Collins’ "The Dead Alive," a chilling novel from 150 years ago based on a real trial.
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In Season 3 of Morrison Mysteries, Dateline NBC's Keith Morrison introduces you to the Meadowcroft family, living on a sprawling American farm. The household is teeming with rivalry and passion, envy and anger. When someone mysteriously disappears, two brothers are accused of murder. But all is not as it seems. To find out what really happened, tune in to Wilkie Collins’ "The Dead Alive," a chilling novel from 150 years ago based on a real trial.
Listen to all episodes of Morrison Mysteries now completely free, or subscriber to Dateline Premium to listen ad-free: DatelinePremium.com
Episodes
Mentioned books
Oct 24, 2026 • 39min
Part Two: “The Murders in the Rue Morgue” by Edgar Allan Poe
Using his razor-sharp intellect, Auguste Dupin follows the clues from the crime scene and figures out the unlikely killer of two women. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 24, 2026 • 34min
Part One: “The Murders in the Rue Morgue” by Edgar Allan Poe
Heralded as the first detective story ever written, Poe’s tale follows a quirky and clever mind reader as he sets out to solve a double murder. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 23, 2026 • 20min
“The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe
A man commits what might be the perfect crime, until his conscience slowly eats away at him. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 23, 2026 • 27min
“The Black Cat” by Edgar Allan Poe
When a man’s life spirals out of control, the mysterious appearance of a black cat sets off a chilling chain of events that leads to madness and murder. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 16, 2026 • 1min
Keith Morrison reads Edgar Allan Poe Stories
Enter the shadowy world of Edgar Allan Poe, brought to life by the unmistakable voice of Dateline’s Keith Morrison. In Season 5 of Morrison Mysteries, experience the mystery and madness of Poe's haunting classics, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Black Cat and The Murders in the Rue Morgue.Just search “Morrison Mysteries” to follow now or click here: swap.fm/l/mmdfd Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 24min
1 - Kay and Gerda and the Piece of Glass
Best friends Kay and Gerda face a dire threat when a shard from a sinister mirror pierces Kay's eye and heart. This distortion changes Kay's perception, transforming his playful spirit into cruelty. As he is lured away by the enchanting Snow Queen, Gerda is left heartbroken, vowing to rescue him from her icy grasp. Audiences are taken on a journey filled with magic, danger, and the strength of true friendship as they follow Gerda's determination against all odds.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 30min
2 - Gerda the Brave
Join Gerda on her thrilling adventure as she battles an enchantress's spell to rescue Kay. From journeying through an enchanting garden that erases memories to encountering a wise crow who reveals secrets of a royal palace, Gerda's quest is full of surprises. Witness her determination grow as her tears revive magical roses, reminding her of Kay's plight. With the crow's clever plan, she sneaks into the palace, meeting a prince and princess who offer aid, setting her on a path toward new allies and challenges.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 31min
3 - Gerda versus the Snow Queen
Gerda embarks on a daring quest to rescue her friend Kay from the Snow Queen's icy grip. Throughout her journey, she faces robbers, befriends a compassionate robber girl, and navigates the enchanting yet perilous Robber's Castle. With the help of talking birds, Gerda learns of Kay's location in Lapland. After overcoming magical guards, she reaches the Snow Queen's palace, where her heartfelt tears break the spell on Kay. Together, they return home transformed, reflecting on the beauty of innocence and childhood.
Dec 16, 2025 • 58sec
Introducing Season 4 of Morrison Mysteries: The Snow Queen
In season 4 of Morrison Mysteries, Keith introduces you to best friends Kay and Gerda, who are tested when an evil mirror pierces Kay's heart, slowly turning it into ice. Gerda sets out to save him, but must conquer an old wizard woman, a thieving robber girl and finally, the powerful spell of the Snow Queen herself. Tune in to Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen to hear what happens. All episodes will be available Friday, December 19. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 29, 2024 • 31min
4 – The Confession
The mystery of what happened to John Jago seems finally solved after someone confesses to killing him. But all is not as it seems, as the trial concludes with a stunning twist. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
