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Based on a True Story

7/10

Peacock Ended Comedy Crime Thriller

2 Seasons · 16 Episodes · Premiered May 13, 2021 · Ended November 21, 2024

Based on a True Story is about a realtor, a plumber and a former tennis star whose lives unexpectedly collide, exposing America's obsession with true crime and murder.

Where to Watch: Peacock

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

8 episodes 2023

Season 2

8 episodes 2024

Cast

Kaley Cuoco

Kaley Cuoco as Ava Bartlett

Chris Messina

Chris Messina as Nathan Bartlett

Tom Bateman

Tom Bateman as Matt Pierce

Liana Liberato

Liana Liberato as Tory Thompson

Priscilla Quintana

Priscilla Quintana as Ruby Gale

Natalia Dyer

Natalia Dyer as Chloe Lake

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