6 Audiobooks for Blockbuster Binge-Listening

Whether you are a “read the book before the movie” person or more a “movie first, book for dessert” type, the audiobook editions of this season’s blockbuster movies and streaming releases are as captivating as their film counterparts. Read on to hear clips from Killers of the Flower Moon, Lessons in Chemistry, Wonka, and more.

Killers of the Flower Moon

Martin Scorsese doesn’t direct the adaptation of just any book. One of the most anticipated films of the fall, Killers of the Flower Moon is based on David Grann’s #1 New York Times bestseller, a twisted, true-life murder mystery about one of the most monstrous crimes in American history. Watch the trailer below, then listen to a clip of the audiobook narrated by Will Patton, Ann Marie Lee, and Danny Campbell.

Lessons in Chemistry

The runaway bestselling novel and book club favorite Lessons in Chemistry is now streaming on Apple TV+, starring Brie Larson. Pair your viewing with the audiobook, narrated by Miranda Raison, author Bonnie Garmus, and Pandora Sykes.

Wonka

Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet, is brewing up to be the sweetest holiday movie of the season, and if you start listening to the audiobook now, it will make this delicious treat all the more delightful.

The Boys in the Boat

The Boys in the Boat, the #1 New York Times–bestselling book about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany, is now a major motion picture directed by George Clooney. With the underdogs-to-champions arc of this remarkable true story, this is an audiobook that will have you cheering.

Star Wars: Ahsoka

There is a universe of audiobooks available for Star Wars fans (check out our timeline if you’d like to listen to them in order), and you can level up your Ahsoka fandom (now streaming on Disney+) by listening to the audio, narrated by Ashley Eckstein.

The Changeling

Apple TV+’s The Changeling is based on Victor Lavalle’s gripping and atmospheric fantasy novel of the same name, which was named one of TIME‘s 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time. If you’re watching the series, listening to Victor himself read the audiobook is an exceptionally special treat.