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True Scary Story

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True scary stories shared by those who experienced them. These are real-life horror stories about strange and unexplained paranormal encounters.
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Two Chilling Stories: Woman in the Window & The Boy Upstairs

Something lurked around Reina's house, the figure of a woman, making brief appearances. Will they ever figure out who she was or what she wanted? In our second story, Breanna tells us about the experiences that several people in the house went through, witnesses who they called "the boy upstairs." Have a story in Spanish or want to check it out? Visit us at TerrorHistoriasReales.com You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can fin...

Jul 16, 202524 minSeason 5Ep. 29

Occupied: Life With Uninvited Guests

A lifetime of eerie encounters unfolds through haunted homes, a motel with a chilling secret, and an unexpected faerie roommate. Kay recounts her brush with the unknown in through her experiences with supernatural attachments. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel from VW Sound Get in touch to share your story through...

Jul 11, 202538 minSeason 5Ep. 28

A Haunting at Black Star Canyon

Todd takes us through his decades-long journey of chilling and unexplained experiences, from eerie hikes in haunted forests, watching a recorded summoning of a demon, to unsettling events in his own home. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel from VW Sound Get in touch to share your story through TrueScaryStory.com Jo...

Jul 02, 202528 minSeason 5Ep. 27

The Little Clown by the Window

In this unsettling account from childhood, the Alexis recalls her first chilling brush with the unknown inside her grandmother’s townhouse. A seemingly innocent porcelain clown doll perched on a swing becomes the centerpiece of an eerie, unexplained event. This story would be only the beginning of a lifelong connection to the paranormal and haunting experiences. Thank you, Alexis for sharing your experiences with us. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per...

Jun 25, 202534 minSeason 5Ep. 26

Two True Hauntings: The Old Farmhouse & Get Out Now

In the first true scary story from Paul, a family moves into a century-old farmhouse and begins experiencing unsettling, unexplained phenomena. As they learn more about the house’s past, the strange events take on deeper meaning. Our second account from Jessica, while staying at her sister’s house, once home to a now-deceased man, she hears a chilling whisper that leaves her rattled. What she thought was her imagination would later turn out to be something much harder to explain. You can get the...

Jun 18, 202528 minSeason 5Ep. 25

Haunted by History: True Tales from Indonesia

Sarah shares an eerie retelling of two supernatural encounters experienced by her family in Indonesia, one from their father’s side and one from their mother’s. These bring us into Indonesia’s violent colonial past and the lingering spirits that may be trying to tell us something. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel...

Jun 11, 202524 minSeason 5Ep. 24

Haunted Nights in Berlin

In 2018, while studying abroad at Humboldt University, Carmen moved into a Berlin apartment built over a bombed-out ruin, and immediately knew something was wrong. Dark shadows, unexplained scratches, and a choking presence haunted her nights. Was it anxiety… or something darker buried beneath the surface? You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Scheduling by Bianca C...

Jun 04, 202536 minSeason 5Ep. 23

Dead End Apartments

Haley moves into a newly renovated apartment at the edge of town, hoping to build independence and enjoy solitude with her cat. But strange noises, eerie dreams, and a growing sense of dread start to unravel. As her experiences get more bizarre, she begins questioning her sanity... until the terrifying truth starts to reveal itself. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwi...

May 28, 202520 minSeason 5Ep. 22

The Things That Followed Us

From childhood through adulthood, Becca recounts a lifetime of chilling experiences that defy logic and follow her across states and homes. Her experiences show us how some people may be more sensitive to the unseen and what happens when that sensitivity runs in the family. If you have your own story you want to share, go to TrueScaryStory.com and fill out the form for a chance to have it featured here. Try Scary Plus free for two weeks and then 4.99 a month at ScaryPlus.com Cancel anytime. Sche...

May 22, 202551 minSeason 5Ep. 21

Even as a Child, I Knew

It begins at her then-boyfriend’s childhood home, where she experiences two separate instances of being slapped on the head by an unseen force—while lying against a solid wall. Later, she learns of a man who died tragically nearby, deepening the mystery. In 2019, during what was meant to be a relaxing river trip in Texas, she wakes in the middle of the night to a terrifying presence she believes was demonic—an encounter so disturbing she’s only spoken of it once since. Finally, in 2022, while do...

May 14, 202533 minSeason 5Ep. 20

Four Dark Figures: Hauntings in the Midwest

From a childhood marked by horrifying sleep paralysis, to encounters with ghostly apparitions and unexplained phenomena in historically haunted locations like the Granger House in Marion, IA—this is not a tale of a single haunting, but of a life shadowed by the unexplained. Thank you, Aiden, for sharing your experiences with us. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov...

May 07, 202531 minSeason 5Ep. 19

The Girl Who Knew Too Much

From a childhood bedroom she refused to sleep in, to an eerie encounter with a ghostly little girl, and dreams that come true in unsettling ways — this is the real-life journey of someone who’s been haunted her entire life. Through unexplained events, intuitive warnings, and spine-tingling moments, this story explores what it’s like to live with a sixth sense you never asked for — and can’t turn off. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel an...

Apr 30, 202531 minSeason 5Ep. 18

A Presence in Every Room

Ever felt like something was watching you... but you couldn’t prove it? For years, she thought she was the only one seeing and hearing things—until the truth came out. What happened in her apartment changed the way she sees the world forever. This is a true story about family, fear, and the unexplainable events our storyteller and her family all lived through. Thank you, Kiara, for sharing your story with us. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. ...

Apr 23, 202543 minSeason 5Ep. 17

The Ghost Child of the Apartment Complex

From where he used to live, Javier has been experiencing strange supernatural events. But after moving into a new apartment, he discovers that he may have walked into another place with a dark past. This time, haunted by a child that has been roaming around the building. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Get in touch to share your story through TrueScaryStory.co...

Apr 16, 202526 minSeason 5Ep. 16

There's a Mimic in the House

A listener shares her terrifying experience inside her family’s duplex — a home once owned by her husband’s late grandmother. What begins as a normal evening quickly turns strange when she hears her son’s voice inside the house… even though both of her children were playing outside. The story deepens with connections to other paranormal activity caught on video — including an orb that seems to interact with her in real time. ⚠️ Audio Note: You might notice slightly off audio quality throughout, ...

Apr 09, 202529 minSeason 5Ep. 15

It Came Up the Basement Stairs (And Other Hauntings)

From childhood to college, each story unfolds with eerie detail — spirits, haunted places, strange feelings, and unexplained happenings that connect deeply to family, history, and place. These are memories that can’t be easily explained... but also can’t be forgotten. Thank you, Michael, for sharing your stories with us. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Editing...

Apr 02, 202532 minSeason 5Ep. 14

The Smiling Man From the Woods

After their great-grandmother’s passing, a family moves into her secluded home on 180 acres of overgrown land. While exploring the property, two brothers stumble upon an abandoned cabin hidden deep in the woods—one that was never meant to be found. What begins as childhood curiosity quickly turns into a nightmare that follows them back home. Over the years, they experience unexplainable encounters, eerie whispers, and the presence of something that refuses to be forgotten. As they uncover the da...

Mar 26, 20251 hr 16 minSeason 5Ep. 13

The Man in the Green Hat: A Lifetime of Hauntings

A lifetime of eerie encounters unfolds in this chilling true story. From mysterious voices to terrifying sleep paralysis and ghostly figures, one man’s life has been shadowed by the unexplained. But are these hauntings tied to places, or is something following him? Dive into this spine-tingling tale of supernatural encounters, prophetic dreams, and eerie connections that defy logic. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can fin...

Mar 19, 20251 hrSeason 5Ep. 12

Farmhouse Nightmares

A childhood memory from foster care still lingers—an experience so unsettling it has stayed with Liz for years. A night she will never forget. A feeling she couldn't explain. And a discovery that changed everything. Was it just a dream, or something much more real? You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin social media as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel from VW Sound Get in touch to share y...

Mar 12, 202528 minSeason 5Ep. 11

The Mistake of Never Saying Goodbye

What if something latched onto you… and followed you from house to house? From childhood into your teenage years, unexplained encounters and eerie presences never seemed to leave. A shadow figure at Grandma’s house, an upstairs floor that felt wrong, and a Ouija board session that should have never happened. This is a chilling firsthand account of a haunting that never truly ended. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. Tell me your...

Mar 05, 202519 minSeason 5Ep. 10

Roommates

A group of young roommates excitedly move into a house near campus, but their time there is cut short by a series of unsettling events. At first, it’s just strange noises—humming, footsteps, doors moving on their own. Then things turn physical: lights flickering, unexplained scratches, and eerie dreams with disturbing imagery. One by one, the roommates realize they are being watched, touched, and manipulated in their sleep. The energy in the house becomes so oppressive that they have no choice b...

Feb 26, 202526 minSeason 5Ep. 9

We Opened a Door We Couldn’t Close

A family begins experiencing eerie disturbances after a relative with a fascination for the occult moves out. Shadows creep along the walls, disembodied voices call out names, and an unsettling object refuses to stay discarded. What starts as strange noises quickly turns into something far more sinister, leaving one question—did something dark stay behind? You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin social media as @ed...

Feb 19, 202520 minSeason 5Ep. 8

A Warning From My Mother

For one person, the unexplained has always been a part of life—whether he wanted it to be or not. His mother always warned him about it. Growing up in South Africa, his childhood home was filled with eerie noises, shadowy figures, and unsettling encounters that he tried to rationalize. Even as he grew older and moved to new places, the strange occurrences never truly stopped. Now, as he tries to ignore the paranormal, the question remains: is it ignoring them back? Or is it only getting stronger...

Feb 12, 202527 minSeason 5Ep. 7

Haunted Reflections: Three Chilling Paranormal Encounters

"It Came From the Mirror" In our first creepy account, Diana tells us about her family's experiences living on a property in Mexico that used to be a cemetery. From the story of a little boy that stares from the corner of the room, to unexplained sounds. "First Time in New Orleans" Our second story, Vanessa tells us about her terrifying stay in one of the most haunted cities in the United States. Strange sounds eventually lead to a physical manifestation of an otherwordly presence. "That's Not M...

Feb 05, 202529 minSeason 5Ep. 6

If I Die Before I Wake

Kaitlin reflects on her childhood growing up in a house filled with eerie occurrences—phantom figures, strange whispers, and chilling encounters that defy explanation. As Kaitlin seeks answers from her mother, she uncovers unsettling truths about their home’s past. Years later, even though the experiences have stopped, one question remains: what if it comes back? You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin social media...

Jan 29, 202516 minSeason 5Ep. 5

Demon in the Barn

Two friends stumble upon the paranormal while exploring an abandoned farmhouse in Northern California, forever altering their understanding of the supernatural. A year later, eerie events continue nearby, proving that some encounters leave a mark you can’t escape. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin social media as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound Get in touch to share your...

Jan 22, 202517 minSeason 5Ep. 4

Unwelcome Visitor

What happens when you unknowingly open the door to something dark? Years after moving into a remote home filled with unexplained activity, one event revealed just how real the paranormal can be. We will hear about strange happenings in a remote California home, and the haunting presence that left a family forever changed. Thank you, Angelica, for sharing your story with us. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin s...

Jan 15, 202520 minSeason 5Ep. 3

Our Home on Cursed Grounds

A family home in Dallas, Texas, holds a sinister history of unexplained events spanning generations. From chilling encounters with shadowy figures and headless apparitions to terrifying interactions with dark entities, this house’s connection to an ancient burial ground weaves a haunting tale of restless spirits and generational curses. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin social media as @edwincov Get in touch ...

Jan 08, 202523 minSeason 5Ep. 2

The Man in the Top Hat

A family recounts their chilling encounters with spirits, shadowy figures, and an oppressive dark presence that followed them across multiple homes. With mysterious illnesses, eerie warnings, and unexplained phenomena, this true story explores the terrifying impact of the supernatural on one family’s life. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin social media as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees We...

Jan 01, 202534 minSeason 5Ep. 1

The Man on the Moon

What if your child's night terrors were more than just nightmares? In 2013, a mother’s quiet life turned into a series of chilling encounters that would leave her questioning everything. Shadowy figures watching over her son to a sinister "man on the moon" urging him to do unspeakable things. Even after a priest’s blessing seemed to quiet the chaos, echoes of the haunting returned in an unexpected way years later. Could it all be connected? You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free fo...

Dec 18, 202418 minSeason 4Ep. 46
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