Based on a True Story: Season 1

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Critics Consensus

True crime enthusiasts have been satirized more sharply, but engaging leads and a lightly humorous touch make Based on a True Story worth investigating.

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Jasper Rees

Daily Telegraph (UK)

The vapidities of Los Angeles and social media are easier targets but mercilessly hit by a script that’s well served by a cast with reliably funny bones.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 29, 2023

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Craig Mathieson

The Age (Australia)

Suspension of disbelief is a highwire act in Based on a True Story, but the show benefits from the couple’s risky, short-sighted instincts and some delicious twists.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jun 14, 2023

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John Anderson

Wall Street Journal

It would have required a much more delicate hand than the one piloting this particular barge to navigate the narrow inlet between couples’ comedy and social satire that lies in the path of Based on a True Story.

Jun 13, 2023

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Andrew Murray

The Upcoming

Although Rosenburg’s true crime satire is let down by its clashing tone, its engaging plot is what makes this show an enjoyable watch.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 4, 2024

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Chris Wasser

Sunday Independent (Ireland)

Like Only Murders…, it's about a grisly murder and a band of opportunistic podcasters. Unlike Only Murders…, it tries way too hard to justify its existence.

Jan 4, 2024

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Álvaro Onieva

Fotogramas

While the series has a very similar premise to Selena Gomez's comedy, Based on a True Story manages to find its own tone and personality, and doesn't give a sense of déjà vu. [Full review in Spanish]

Nov 28, 2023

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Nashville I

It's not the best. There's no mystery, and honestly all of the characters are pretty annoying. You may alternate between who to root against the most, based on who's whining more. The whole premise of using a serial killer to profit isn't very exciting, based on the way Peacock's got it set up.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

05/13/24

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Aurora P

Really funny, dark comedy. The pace of storytelling is just right, and the main actors are all brilliant. The storyline is nothing unique though

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/17/24

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Sunday Night Streaming o

Based on a True Story Season 1 - 8.2 - This one was surprisingly great. Guess I am on a Kaley Cuoco kick lately. Went into this one blind, and the concept is definitely unique. But it is fun. Kaley's character is deep into true crime podcasts and learns about how much money that these people are making on the likes of apple, spotify, itunes, etc. When they stumble upon a real life serial killer they have the brilliant idea to start a podcast with the killer. They then get themselves in hilarious situations throughout and have to tip toe around the situation, with all there knew found fame. The episodes are quick and easy to binge, found myself cruising through episodes and so mad when it just ends on a massive cliffhanger. But regardless it left the door open for a great season 2. Every character is great and cast one. Matt and Nathans relationship is by far the funniest, Nathan finally was finding a friend and then it turns out who this guy really is. The daydreams caught me off guard far too many times, that I often second guessed what was real and what was not. There are a lot of twists and turns in these 30 minute episodes. Really enjoyed this one. Looking forward to season 2. Official sundaynightstreaming rating of 8.2

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/06/24

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John S

Watched all 8 episodes hoping for something interesting to happens or some kind of conclusion. Neither ever came. Shame as the leading three actors are decent enough…just the plot that's pretty tedious and too many pointless dream sequences.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

02/04/24

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Matthew S

A hilarious dark comedy is extremely entertaining and binge ready

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/11/24

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Bella B

Boring, slow paced, nonsensical.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/07/24

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Kaley Cuoco

Ava Bartlett

Chris Messina

Nathan Bartlett

Tom Bateman

Matt Pierce

Priscilla Quintana

Ruby Gale

Liana Liberato

Tory Thompson

Natalia Dyer

Chloe Lake

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Episode 1

Aired Jun 8, 2023

The Great American Art Form

A realtor and a former tennis star struggle to stay afloat in life and love as a serial killer puts Los Angeles on high alert.

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Episode 2

Aired Jun 8, 2023

BDE

Ava and Nathan try to maintain appearances; Nathan is questioned by detectives at work; Matt asks for a meet.

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Episode 3

Aired Jun 8, 2023

Who's Next

Nathan struggles to keep his story straight; Ava and Nathan spar with Matt for creative control; Matt makes a new friend.

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Episode 4

Aired Jun 8, 2023

The Survivor

Ava, Nathan and Matt attend a true crime convention; a surprise panelist threatens the podcast; Nathan has a moral crisis.

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Episode 5

Aired Jun 8, 2023

Ted Bundy Bottle Opener

After a shocking incident at CrimeCon, Ava and Nathan probe Matt for the truth; Matt takes matters into his own hands; Ruby forces Ava and Nathan out of their comfort zone.

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Episode 6

Aired Jun 8, 2023

Love You, Buzzfeed

Ava and Nathan attend a charity auction where new and old wounds are laid bare; Ruby gets closer to the truth; Ava does damage control.

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Episode 7

Aired Jun 8, 2023

National Geographic

A game-changing idea hits Nathan as he reckons with a devastating failure; Ava confronts her buyer; Matt pushes for a new, more hands-on approach.

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Episode 8

Aired Jun 8, 2023

The Universe

With the cards finally on the table, Ava and Nathan race against time to prevent a tragedy; Matt prepares to expand the operation.

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Network: Peacock
Rating: TV-MA
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date: Jun 8, 2023

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