Based on a True Story, starring Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina, is betting on America’s obsession with true crime. Here’s everything you need to know for streaming the dark comedic thriller.
Based on a True Story follows follows Ava and Nathan (played by The Flight Attendant‘s Cuoco and The Mindy Project‘s Messina) as they embark on a dangerous proposal in hopes of capitalizing on the true crime trend — and maybe save their marriage along the way.
How to Watch Based on a True Story on Streaming
Based on a True Story debuts all eight episodes Thursday, June 8, exclusively on Peacock. When you sign up for Peacock, you gain access to other exclusive content such as Mrs. Davis, Poker Face, The Traitors, The Real Housewives of Miami, Vampire Academy, Bel-Air, The Best Man: Final Chapters, the upcoming John Wick prequel series and more. You can even stream popular movies such as Renfield (available June 9), Cocaine Bear, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Knock at the Cabin, M3GAN (and its unrated cut!), Jordan Peele’s Nope, the Academy Award-nominated Tár, Warm Bodies, Violent Night, Ticket to Paradise, Bros and the entire Harry Potter franchise.
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What Is Based on a True Story About?
“A dark comedic thriller, Based on a True Story is about a realtor (Cuoco), a former tennis star (Messina) and a plumber (Behind Her Eyes‘ Tom Bateman) who seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America’s obsession with true crime,” according to the official logline.
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