Nikolaj Coster-Waldau to Star in MGM+ Horror Series ‘The Black Tapes’ Based on Hit Podcast

MGM+ has officially greenlit “The Black Tapes,” a new horror investigation series starring “Game of Thrones” alum Nikolaj Coster-Waldau in the lead role. The show is based on the popular podcast of the same name created by Terry Miles and Paul Bae, which launched in 2015 and has since amassed over 60 million downloads. The podcast’s devoted fanbase and proven storytelling make this adaptation a significant move for MGM+ as it expands its original programming slate. Coster-Waldau, best known for his role as Jaime Lannister, brings star power and genre credibility to the project, which blends supernatural mystery with investigative journalism. The series follows a journalist who teams up with a skeptical investigator to explore a collection of unexplained recordings known as the Black Tapes. With a built-in audience and a compelling premise, “The Black Tapes” could become a flagship title for the network. Production details and additional casting are expected in the coming months.