What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedLore
Aaron Mahnke · Podcast · 2026
If you loved Lore, start with The Terror (David Kajganich, 2018) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 films and 4 series, each matched to Lore across media.
If Lore captivated you, it is because you crave stories where historical reality bleeds into the unsettling, unexplained corners of human experience.
Books on the same thread
Lorne
Susan Morrison · Book
Explores: creative process, behind-the-scenes, legacy building.
If Lore hit, Lorne shares the thread.
The Tell-Tale Heart
Edgar Allan Poe · Book · 2015
Explores: Guilt, Madness, Paranoia.
Just as Lore thrives on the psychological weight of macabre history, this collection invites you to explore the classic descent into obsession and paranoia that defines Poe's dark legacy.
The Lurking Fear and Other Stories
H. P. Lovecraft · Book · 1982
Explores: Ancient Evil, Isolation, Madness.
If the unsettling atmosphere of Lore keeps you up at night, these tales of ancient evil and forbidden knowledge provide the same chilling dive into the unknown master's mind.
Masters of the Air
Donald L. Miller · Book
Explores: aerial combat, wartime camaraderie, strategic logistics.
If Lore hit, Masters of the Air shares the thread.
Films on the same thread
undertone
Ian Tuason · Film · 2026
Explores: auditory hallucinations, paranormal investigation, obsession.
This film mirrors the investigative spirit of Lore by trapping a podcast host in a cycle of supernatural mystery, proving that audio recordings often hold the most terrifying truths.
The Witch
Robert Eggers · Film · 2015
Explores: Religious Fanaticism, Puritanism, Isolation.
Much like the tragic narratives found throughout Lore, this film anchors its supernatural horror in a specific historical setting, examining how isolation leads to inevitable, devastating community collapse.
The Haunting
Robert Wise · Film · 1963
Explores: Paranormal Investigation, Isolation, Sanity vs. Madness.
Fans of Lore will appreciate how this film treats the mansion as a character, blending historical tragedy with a slow, psychological unraveling that mirrors the podcast's most famous episodes.
Weapons
Zach Cregger · Film · 2025
Explores: Child Disappearance, Small Town Secrets, Community Trauma.
This mystery taps into the same dread found in Lore by focusing on how a singular, inexplicable event forces a community to confront its own dark, hidden history.
Series on the same thread
The Terror
David Kajganich · Series · 2018
Explores: Survival, Isolation, Madness.
This anthology series perfectly captures the Lore aesthetic by grounding its terrifying supernatural threats in the harsh, isolating realities of historical expeditions and the fragility of human survival.
The Outer Limits
Leslie Stevens · Series · 1963
Explores: Moral Ambiguity, Existential Dread, Technological Anxiety.
If you enjoy the self-contained, unsettling nature of Lore episodes, this anthology provides a similar sense of existential dread through its exploration of moral ambiguity and mysterious phenomena.
American Horror Story
Ryan Murphy · Series · 2011
Explores: Trauma, Social Commentary, Identity.
This series shares the DNA of Lore by utilizing an anthology format to dissect the dark, murderous pasts of various locations and the trauma that lingers in their history.
Dark
Baran bo Odar · Series · 2017
Explores: Time Paradox, Family Secrets, Existential Crisis.
Like the best episodes of Lore, this narrative weaves a complex mystery across generations, proving that family secrets are often more frightening than the supernatural forces haunting the town.
Keep exploring
Common questions
What is the premise of Lore?
Lore is an award-winning podcast created by Aaron Mahnke that focuses on dark historical tales. Each episode explores mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places found within the pages of history to demonstrate how the truth is often more frightening than fiction.
Is Lore available in formats other than a podcast?
Yes, Lore has expanded beyond the original podcast format. The series also exists as a television show and a book series, all of which continue to explore the dark historical tales and mysterious events that define the Lore brand.
Does Lore focus on fictional stories?
No, Lore focuses on historical events rather than fiction. The podcast, television show, and book series examine the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history, emphasizing that the truth is frequently more frightening than fictional stories.
Who is the creator of Lore?
Lore was created by Aaron Mahnke. He serves as the primary voice behind the award-winning podcast and oversees the expansion of the brand into the television show and book series, which all share the common goal of exploring dark and mysterious history.