Based On A True Story

Based On A True Story

A realtor, a former tennis star and a plumber join forces to capitalize on America’s obsession with true crime and make their dreams come true.
CastKaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman

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A realtor, a former tennis star and a plumber join forces to capitalize on America’s obsession with true crime and make their dreams come true.
  • The Great American Artform

    Episode 1 - 44 Mins
    A realtor and a former tennis star struggle to stay afloat as a serial killer puts LA on alert.
  • BDE

    Episode 2 - 29 Mins
    Ava and Nathan try to maintain appearances; detectives question Nathan at work; Matt asks to meet.
  • Who's Next

    Episode 3 - 29 Mins
    Ava and Nathan spar with Matt for creative control; Nathan struggles to keep his story straight.
  • The Survivor

    Episode 4 - 26 Mins
    Ava, Nathan and Matt attend a true crime convention; a surprise panelist threatens the podcast.
  • Ted Bundy Bottle Opener

    Episode 5 - 28 Mins
    After a shocking incident at CrimeCon, Ava and Nathan probe Matt for the truth.
  • Love You, Buzzfeed

    Episode 6 - 30 Mins
    Ava and Nathan attend a charity auction at Ruby’s mansion, where new and old wounds are laid bare.
  • National Geographic

    Episode 7 - 22 Mins
    Nathan reckons with a devastating failure; Ava confronts her buyer; Matt takes a new approach.
  • The Universe

    Episode 8 - 23 Mins
    With the cards finally on the table, Ava and Nathan race against time to prevent a tragedy.

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