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Based on a True Story

7.020232 seasonsTV-MATV SeriesComedyDrama

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.

ProducersAnnie Weisman·Craig Rosenberg

Where to watch

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Liquid Gold
Nov 21, 2024 6.8
E2
Control F for Murder
Nov 21, 2024 6.9
E3
Relapse
Nov 21, 2024 6.6
E4
Y'all Ready for This?
Nov 21, 2024 5.2
E5
Double Fault
Nov 21, 2024 6.6
E6
Based on a Drew Story
Nov 21, 2024 6.9
E7
Shotgun Wedding
Nov 21, 2024 6.9
E8
This Week's Guest
Nov 21, 2024 6.6

Cast

KCKaley Cuoco
Kaley Cuoco
Ava Bartlett
CMChris Messina
Chris Messina
Nathan Bartlett
TBTom Bateman
Tom Bateman
Matt Pierce
LLLiana Liberato
Liana Liberato
Tory Thompson

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Based on a True Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Based on a True Story?

Based on a True Story is streaming on Sky Go and Now TV in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Based on a True Story on Netflix?

No, Based on a True Story is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Sky Go and Now TV.

Is Based on a True Story on Amazon Prime Video?

Based on a True Story isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Based on a True Story for free?

Based on a True Story is available on Sky Go and Now TV in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Based on a True Story?

Based on a True Story has 2 seasons in total (16 episodes). The series concluded in 2024.

Are all episodes of Based on a True Story out yet?

Yes — all 16 episodes across 2 seasons of Based on a True Story are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 3 of Based on a True Story?

No — Based on a True Story ended after 2 seasons, so there is no Season 3.