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7.0 / 10(160 votes)IMDbTV-MAFirst Aired: 20232 Seasons

Based on a True Story

“True Crime is an obsession that never dies.”

Series Overview

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.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

CanceledScripted
Original Network
Peacock
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 16 Episodes

Air Date Window

2023 – 2024

Premiered: Thu, Jun 8, 2023

Created By
Craig Rosenberg

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Season 2, Episode 8: “This Week's Guest”

Ava and Nathan are on a game show with deadly stakes; Tory and Matt are on the run from the police.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2023-05-15

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Craig Rosenberg

Producers

Annie Weisman, Michael Costigan, Craig Rosenberg, Jason Bateman

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

India (CBFC)U/A 13+
Canada18+

18+ Restricted to Adults.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Based on a True Story

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What is Based on a True Story about?

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.

How many seasons does Based on a True Story have?

Based on a True Story comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Based on a True Story?

Key cast members in Based on a True Story include Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman, Liana Liberato.

Who created or directed Based on a True Story?

Based on a True Story was developed and directed by Craig Rosenberg.