Series

Based on a True Story

“True Crime is an obsession that never dies.”

★ 7.0(138)20232 seasons

Based on a True Story is streaming on Club Illico, StackTV Amazon Channel and fuboTV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability checked 15 June 2026.

Where to watch Based on a True Story

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Good to know

Creator: Craig Rosenberg
Release date: 2023-06-08
Language: English
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 16
Network: Peacock
Status: Canceled
Country: United States of America
Studio: UCP

Based on a True Story — trailer

About Based on a True Story

Based on a True Story is a 2023 web series in the Comedy and Drama genres, created by Craig Rosenberg, starring Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina and Tom Bateman. It spans 2 seasons and 16 episodes, and originally aired on Peacock. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 138 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Based on a True Story in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Seasons (2)

Season 18 eps · 2023

Season 28 eps · 2024

Cast

Kaley Cuoco

Ava Bartlett

Chris Messina

Nathan Bartlett

Tom Bateman

Matt Pierce

Liana Liberato

Tory Thompson

Themes & keywords

husband wife relationshipdark comedyserial killerlos angeles, californiatrue crimepodcastcomedy thriller

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Based on a True Story in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream Based on a True Story on Club Illico, StackTV Amazon Channel and fuboTV. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Based on a True Story on Netflix?+

Based on a True Story is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Club Illico, StackTV Amazon Channel and fuboTV.

How many seasons of Based on a True Story are there?+

Based on a True Story has 2 seasons and 16 episodes in total.

Who stars in Based on a True Story?+

Based on a True Story stars Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman and Liana Liberato.

When did Based on a True Story come out?+

Based on a True Story is a 2023 web series created by Craig Rosenberg.

What genre is Based on a True Story?+

Based on a True Story is Comedy and Drama series.

Who created Based on a True Story?+

Based on a True Story was created by Craig Rosenberg.