Based on a True Story
Created by Craig Rosenberg
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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Top cast
Kaley Cuoco
Ava Bartlett
Chris Messina
Nathan Bartlett
Tom Bateman
Matt Pierce
Liana Liberato
Tory Thompson
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Based on a True Story online?
As of August 5, 2026, Based on a True Story is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus in United States. Use the country selector above to check availability in other regions — streaming rights are licensed per country, so catalogues differ.
Is Based on a True Story on Netflix?
No — Based on a True Story is not currently on Netflix in any of the countries we track. In United States it streams on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus instead.
Can I rent or buy Based on a True Story online?
Yes. In United States, Based on a True Story is available for digital purchase on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
In which countries can I stream Based on a True Story?
As of August 5, 2026, Based on a True Story is included with a streaming subscription (or free with ads) in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom, and United States, among the countries we track.
Streaming availability last checked on August 5, 2026. Catalogues change frequently — data from TMDB and JustWatch.
