TV series
Based on a True Story
2023–2024, English, on Peacock. Created by Craig Rosenberg.
True Crime is an obsession that never dies.
The lives of a realtor, a plumber and a former tennis star unexpectedly collide, exposing America’s obsession with true crime, murder and the slow-close toilet seat.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 16
- Episode length
- 26 min
- Status
- Cancelled in 2024
Worth the Hype
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7.0/10 from 161 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Based on a True Story
Based on a True Story is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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JioHotstarAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S2 E8: This Week's Guest
Aired 21 November 2024
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
- Craig RosenbergCreator
- Kaley CuocoAva Bartlett · 16 ep
- Chris MessinaNathan Bartlett · 16 ep
- Tom BatemanMatt Pierce · 16 ep
- Liana LiberatoTory Thompson · 16 ep
- Priscilla QuintanaRuby Gale · 9 ep
- June Diane RaphaelRomy Lipinski · 7 ep
- Jessica St. ClairRochelle Lipinski · 7 ep
- Annabelle Dexter-JonesSerena · 6 ep
- Melissa FumeroDrew · 6 ep
- Li Jun LiMichelle · 5 ep
- Aisha AlfaCarolyn · 5 ep
- Sebastian QuinnCarlos · 5 ep
Details
- First aired
- 8 June 2023
- Last aired
- 21 November 2024
- Network
- Peacock
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- U/A 13+
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Based on a True Story: quick answers
Is Based on a True Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 161 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of Based on a True Story are there?
Based on a True Story has 2 seasons and 16 episodes, about 26 minutes each.
Is Based on a True Story finished?
Yes. Based on a True Story was cancelled in 2024, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Based on a True Story on?
Based on a True Story is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Based on a True Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Based on a True Story is rated U/A 13+. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Based on a True Story?
If you liked Based on a True Story, try Why Women Kill, Divorce, Claws.
Who created Based on a True Story?
Based on a True Story was created by Craig Rosenberg and stars Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman.