What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedDungeon Crawler Carl
Matt Dinniman · Book
If you loved Dungeon Crawler Carl, start with Delicious in Dungeon (2024) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 3 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Dungeon Crawler Carl across media.
You crave the sharp, irreverent way Dungeon Crawler Carl blends high-stakes survival with absurd humor and unconventional, genre-bending companionship.
Films on the same thread
Project Hail Mary
Phil Lord · Film · 2026
Explores: competence porn, amnesia, interspecies friendship.
Like Dungeon Crawler Carl, this story pairs a reluctant protagonist with an unlikely alien ally, balancing desperate life-or-death problem solving with a surprisingly heartwarming bond.
Dune
Denis Villeneuve · Film · 2021
Explores: Destiny vs. Free Will, Colonialism, Environmentalism.
If you enjoyed the brutal, high-stakes political maneuvering within the dungeon in Dungeon Crawler Carl, you will appreciate the grand scale and intense power dynamics of Arrakis.
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Film · 2022
Explores: Mortality, Second Chances, Bravery.
This journey captures the same spirit of a weary hero facing overwhelming odds as Dungeon Crawler Carl, focusing on the charm of a feline protagonist navigating dangerous quests.
Barbie
Greta Gerwig · Film · 2023
Explores: Existentialism, Gender Roles, Self-Discovery.
Fans of the biting societal satire found in Dungeon Crawler Carl will recognize the same sharp, meta-commentary on modern existence when characters are thrust into a new reality.
Series on the same thread
Delicious in Dungeon
Series · 2024
Shares a thread with Dungeon Crawler Carl: Isekai.
This series mirrors the dungeon crawling obsession of Dungeon Crawler Carl, turning the grim reality of monster hunting into a hilarious, culinary-focused survival adventure for a ragtag team.
Red Dwarf
Doug Naylor · Series · 1988
Explores: Existentialism, Slacker Humor, Male Bonding.
The bond between the misfits in this space-faring comedy echoes the cynical, dark humor and survival-focused dynamic between the lead characters in Dungeon Crawler Carl.
Critical Role
Matthew Mercer · Series · 2015
Explores: Friendship, Teamwork, Good vs Evil.
If the tabletop mechanics and world-building of Dungeon Crawler Carl kept you engaged, you will find the same deep narrative exploration and camaraderie in this actual play series.
Podcasts on the same thread
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Dan Carlin · Podcast · 2026
Explores: civilizational collapse, human nature, moral ambiguity.
The grim, analytical look at human nature and historical catastrophe in this podcast mirrors the darker, geopolitical undercurrents that drive the narrative stakes in Dungeon Crawler Carl.
Dungeons and Daddies
Podcast
Explores: parenting, fish out of water, portal fantasy.
This podcast shares the portal fantasy premise of Dungeon Crawler Carl, placing ordinary people into a high-stakes magical environment where absurdity and humor remain essential for survival.
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Common questions
How long is the audiobook for Dungeon Crawler Carl?
The unabridged audiobook for Dungeon Crawler Carl has a total runtime of 13 hours and 31 minutes.
Who is the narrator for Dungeon Crawler Carl?
The unabridged audiobook version of Dungeon Crawler Carl is narrated by Jeff Hays.
What is the premise of Dungeon Crawler Carl?
Dungeon Crawler Carl follows a Coast Guard veteran named Carl and his ex-girlfriend’s cat, Princess Donut, as they find themselves trapped inside a fantasy dungeon.
Is Dungeon Crawler Carl a story about a veteran?
Yes, the main character in Dungeon Crawler Carl is a Coast Guard veteran who becomes trapped in a fantasy dungeon alongside a cat named Princess Donut.