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Based on a True Story

2023·Show
16Episodes in2Seasons·TV-MA
IMDb7.1Metacritic596.0Rotten Tomatoes79%76%
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PeacockPeacock Premium+

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Based on a True Story fingerprint

Very funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Violence4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Family Dynamics5
  • Romance4

Humor

Plenty of satire and dark humor

  • Satire & Parody9
  • Dark Humor9
  • Situational Comedy8

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and pop culture

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances and dialogue

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Meta Narrative8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

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.
Dark ComedyTrue Crime SatireSuburban CrimeMeta-CommentaryCharacter-Driven HumorContemporary SettingCringeworthy SituationsPop Culture CritiqueBlack HumorUnlikely Criminals

Crew

Directed by:
Alexander Buono, Anu Valia, Jennifer Arnold
Written by:
Craig Rosenberg, Max Searle, Jaclyn Moore
Produced by:
P. Todd Coe, Kyle Weber
Composed by:
Sherri Chung

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Based on a True Story

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Where can I stream Based on a True Story legally?

PeacockPeacock Premium+

Based on a True Story is included with a subscription to Peacock and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Based on a True Story worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 79%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Based on a True Story rated?

TV-MAStrong languageViolenceSexual content

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, violence, and sexual content.

How many seasons does Based on a True Story have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 16 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on Based on a True Story?

Critics69
Audiences69

Yes. Critics average 69 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Based on a True Story much the same way.

When did Based on a True Story air?

It ran from 2023 to 2024 and has ended.

What language is Based on a True Story in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Based on a True Story?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Based on a True Story in 83 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Based on a True Story use?

Casting GagThe RevealDeadly EuphemismShout-OutAmbiguous SituationAttention WhoreShotgun WeddingBavarian Fire DrillDidn't Think This ThroughFreudian ExcuseCareer-Ending InjuryDeath by Cameoand 50 more

TV Tropes lists 62 storytelling tropes for Based on a True Story, including Casting Gag, The Reveal, Deadly Euphemism.