The Cipher

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Drama #113

When 16-year-old Sabrina cracks the cryptic Parallax, she’s recruited to track down a serial killer... who might not be from this world. Starring Anya Chalotra and Chance Perdomo. New episodes Tuesdays.

Cast:Sabrina – Anya ChalotraBenny – Chance PerdomoFergus – Samuel AdewunmiHarry – Enzo CilentiLynn – Leanne BestMr Ahmed – Nabil ElouahabiIsabella – Hera HilmarEfrat – Olivia PopicaKen – Akie KotabeOther parts: Carl Prekopp, George Georgiou, Hugo Dryden, Clare Corbett, Kerry Shale

Production Team:Written & Created by Brett Neichin with additional writing by Janina MatthewsonScript editing by Mike WalkerMusic by Benbrick and Mark Henry PhillipsEditing & Sound Design by Steve BondSound Assistant, Makashe OgbonAssistant Producer, Eleanor MeinTrails by Jack Soper

Produced by Emma HearnDirector and Executive Producer, John Scott DrydenCommissioning Editor, Jason PhippsCommissioning Producers: Rachel Simpson, Ella Woods and Eli Sessions

Recorded at Sonica Studios, London

The Cipher is a Goldhawk Production commissioned by BBC Sounds.

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Recent Reviews
  • Stratguy666
    Great production
    This is a very well produced show with good voice acting. The main story arc is a bit thin, but it’s fun nevertheless.
  • Pod fan ATL
    Chance Perdomo
    The character of Benny, although not entirely human, is arguably the heart of the show. Chance imbued Benny with so much emotion, so much levity, that his voice will continue to echo…on and on, to the stars.
  • Spesh713
    One of my favorite podcasts
    The plot is intense and fast-paced and fascinating (I adore all of the puzzles and factoids), the actors are amazing (Anya Chalotra is incomparable), the sound design and audio effects are top-notch, and put together it offers the complete package. If you love a murder/mystery/thriller/action/scifi — this is the pod for you.
  • Akira, Kai
    Audio-terrorism for those with sensitive hearing.
    I really wanted to enjoy this production, truly I did. Everything about 'The Cipher' falls perfectly into my favorite kind of adventure—just the right amount of mystery, action, humor and drama all wonderfully wrapped up with a stellar VO cast and a high production value. But whoever made the decision to use one of THE MOST PAINFUL FREQUENCIES as a plot device is just unthinkingly cruel to any listeners with sensitive ears. There are so many moments of vital information with that f***king high pitched noise in the background, turning the volume down just creates gaps in story. I made it through to the last episode, determined to finish, but had to give up 10 minutes in because it goes on for a FULL. MINUTE. Perhaps there’s a transcript online, but at this point I don’t even know if I have the heart to finish. My ears are still ringing with that evil, evil noise and I want to rip them out. Y’all are wrong for this.
  • rusty american
    No point, but entertaining.
    Kind of like “lost”.
  • Phishattack
    Exceptional
    Fantastic story, amazing audio environment, give it a listen—you won’t regret it.
  • hairpatti
    The cipher
    Great story,acting and flow. Enjoyed it app stars!
  • OrionTheCrewson
    🤯
    One of the best storylines I’ve heard in podcast. 11/10!
  • Huston500
    Needs a season 2
    This was a great listen. I just wish know more.
  • lasexy45
    The Cipher season 1
    Need season 2, Season was good and need to know the rest of the story
  • nazdrik22
    Класс 🙌
    Классная история. Захватывающий сюжет. Держит в напряжении все время. Обалденный подкаст!
  • Coeur de Parisienne
    Simply Amazing! In Every Possible Way
    I have not found a podcast yet that is THIS amazing. Every aspect of it: acting, story, sound effects, etc….just THE best podcast I’ve ever heard.
  • beezy_ lua
    Wish there was more...
    This is the best fiction podcast I’ve ever heard.
  • joybartolome
    Great storyline!
    The storyline is really good, albeit slightly fantastical (like a bit too much). The character are great & you get very invested but my biggest issue is that the main character ALWAYS sounds out of breath and once you notice it, you can’t un-notice it (think of Kristin Stewart portraying Bella Swan).
  • TextinMom
    Absolutely incredible!!
    I binge listened and I absolutely need more. Please tell me Anya can record for this while the Witcher is going on.
  • listener 9999
    Fun show
    This is a fun show. But Sabrina sounds 45 rather than 16, and Efrat is pronounced with the emphasis on the R not E.
  • Andirooni 88
    Outstanding!
    I fell in love with this story right away. I love British actors. Their inflection is awesome. I’m not even done with all the episodes and I want more.
  • Ponterbee's2ndPhone
    Great Amazing Audio Drama
    Another classic British suspense drama - because in Britain, the script is MOST important, even before casting (!). 💥💥💥And the 2 second time stamps in the episode synopses are NOT ACCURATE thankfully!! As soon as the episode starts and the 2 secs. elapse, the episode starts as normal... so DON’T WORRY!💥💥💥
  • mayra snow
    Unexpectedly Good
    This was definitely not what I expected. It’s out of this world, literally. I can’t wait for season two, if there will be one.
  • Okbutwhatthehell
    Came for Chance lol
    Very pleasantly surprised, great story and vocal acting! Can’t wait for season 2~^^
  • Wootsy1
    Just ok...
    TREMENDOUS, immersive sound design and editing... I really liked how interesting bits of trivia were cleverly interwoven with the plot to give it an air of authenticity. The storyline however was mediocre. It started out so intriguing but seemed to fizzle out at the end.
  • Su1236543789
    Gaaahhh.. it can’t end like that!!!
    Need a season 2 please!!!!!!!!
  • LRRN72
    Excellent!!!!
    Will there be a Season 3???? Loved every bit of this!!!!
  • Cece DLR
    Amazing
    So good when is season 2!!! I was hooked after the first episode
  • Summit Frank
    Really??
    Overwrought protagonist that is difficult to like. Lots of overacting, too.
  • Jpena85
    When is season 2?!!
    So so so good. Great voice acting and storyline.
  • lazyandy💤
    Mememe
    I love listening!! It’s so entertaining season 2 plz 🙏
  • john324m
    Outstanding
    Great story and acting, the sound and music really add to the story and keep you immersed in all the action.
  • Toppayne
    Hooked
    Big fan of Chance Perdomo and Anya Chalotra, hooked after the first episode and excited to see where it goes!
  • lunaseamoon
    Great Podcast!
    Please let there be another season! It’s a great podcast and I’m wanting more! I want to know how it all ends.
  • Adamkjyfvhjogdgv
    5 stars
    Great story, kept me entertained and wanting more!! Season 2 please!!
  • youngcardie
    Absolutely amazing.
    This sound design is some of the best I’ve heard from the audio novel world thus far. The actors are fantastic as they give you a real world immersion through their voices. The cliff hangers leave you wanting more and more as well as overall great storyline from the creator. I can not wait for a second season. 😊🙏🏾❤️ 5 stars.
  • ahf2124
    Awesome sci-fi audiodrama!
    Immersive audio and storytelling that allow the listener to feel like they’re really there. Equally as addictive as any Netflix binge series.
  • Babshageg
    Amazing
    So freaking good!!! Very similar to The Leviathan Chronicles but written and produced better.
  • Medinajoes
    Amazingly good
    Great show great actors one of a kind very fun to listen to
  • Ziggy Star of the Dust
    Shockingly amazing
    The soun design is absolutely stunning and the ending sets up wonderfully for a sequel
  • Semicha
    So Gripping!
    This show is so much fun! It’s quite literally like listening to a TV show. The acting is incredible, the atmosphere sounds make it feel like these actors are really in their environments. It’s so good!
  • vamptasy
    Amazing!
    This show is perfection! It is so well written and acted! Thank you for creating this. I hope there is a season 2
  • Patty76
    I need more!
    This podcast is so incredible! I wish it was a tv series, will there be more episodes? I need more!
  • Zxasuk
    Brilliant
    Audio and sound performance Are one the best I’ve ever heard in sci-fi podcasts
  • Alpskier88
    Very enjoyable
    Lots of fun, great acting, and terrific sound design.
  • Triciaturtle
    Great but ouch
    The podcast is really well done and well produced! Great story! But warning- there is a high pitched noise that is part of the story that is SUPER annoying. It makes it hard to listen to those parts- I have to mute it when it gets to those moments.
  • Adrian69690
    Well done!
    I love these audio soundscape stories! Why aren’t other media outlets doing this!?
  • kangrox101
    Amazing
    Great story with unexpected turns
  • DDAHBG21
    Simply the best
    The Cipher is so well-crafted and beautifully produced. I love the characters and the story and the intimacy of the relationships. BBC Radio has some of the best radio drama podcasts around! If you love this, check out Forest 404.✨
  • Bernie Marie
    Awesome
    When I first started listening to fiction there was only a few awesome podcast. Finally another to grab on to and binge listen to! Great si-fi story ! I may even listen again because if I was distraught all I missed so much! Thank you!
  • MckennaDyjak
    Amazing!
    I love audio dramas and this one was great!! Keeps you wanting more
  • Cdenomie
    Cliche
    Good sound, however too description of the world around them. Feels like an audiobook with sound. Podcasts have the opportunity to be something different and unique compared to movies. This podcast might as well be a movie. Second star is for sound quality only.
  • AshLaChelle
    Yea sooooo
    This is pretty great. The sound effects, the acting, the storyline is addicting. I love the little tidbits of facts thrown in, like, I had no clue about an alien pilot being buried in Aurora. 😳 I’m really enjoying this podcast.
  • ♥️💛 Lizae
    AHHHH LOVE IT
    Im completely hooked great storyline good acting completely 5 stars !!! I can not wait for the next episode to come out WHAT A GREAT CLIFF HANGER 😱😰😰😰
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