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- The 8-part limited Peacock series follows struggling couple Ava Bartlett, portrayed by Kaley Cuoco, and Nathan Barlett, played by Chris Messina, as they creatively try to solve their financial woes by launching a true crime podcast of their own about The Westside Ripper, a serial killer wreaking havoc throughout Los Angeles.
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Jun 13, 2023 · What Happens at the End of Based on a True Story? As the finale begins, Ava and Nathan call Matt and demand he help them with the body. He maintains that he was the “hero” by killing her ...
- Jill Sederstrom
- Kaley Cuoco Plays Ava Bartlett
- Chris Messina Plays Nathan Bartlett
- Tom Bateman Plays Matt Pierce
- Priscilla Quintana Plays Ruby Gale
- Natalia Dyer Plays Chloe Lake
Kaley Cuoco takes on the role of Ava Barlett, a real estate agent relegated to selling much less expensive apartments at her real estate firm. The mom-to-be spends her days dreaming of a better life for her family and isn’t afraid to think outside the box to get what she wants. Cuoco — who was pregnant herself during filming — perfectly depicts the...
Chris Messina plays former tennis star turned tennis coach Nathan Barlett. When Nathan’s country club suddenly demotes him for a younger version of himself, Nathan is left wondering whether his life is in a downward spiral. Messina shares little in common with his character, however. His career has been on an upward trajectory for years with more t...
Tom Bateman takes on the role of plumber Matt Pierce, a charming single father who crosses paths with Ava and Nathan Bateman during a plumbing fiasco at the couple’s home and quickly befriends Nathan. Bateman’s good looks and strong acting chops aren’t just showcased inBased on a True Story, the U.K. native played Bouc in 2017’s Murder on the Orien...
Priscilla Quintana steps into the role of Ruby Gale, Ava’s wealthy and entitled friend who proudly embarks on an affair with her boxing instructor while regularly posting photos of her perfectly toned body on Instagram. The actress and model has previously starred as Isabella Tavez in the TV seriesGood Trouble and Jacqueline ‘Jax’ Zhou in the telev...
Natalia Dyer plays bartender Chloe Lake, who catches the attention of Matt and Nathan on one of their nights out. Dyer herself is no stranger to the horror genre. She’s a regular fixture in horror-drama Stranger Things, where she has played Nancy Wheeler since the series began in 2016, according to IMDB. Dyer — who got her start as a child in 2009’...
- Jill Sederstrom
With Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman, Priscilla Quintana. A realtor, a former tennis star, and a plumber seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America's obsession with true crime.
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Jun 9, 2023 · Peacock’s Based on a True Story follows married couple Ava ( Kaley Cuoco) and Nathan Bartlett ( Chris Messina) as their lives are flipped upside down — and not just because they have a baby on...
- Jay Snow
- TV & Movies Feature Writer
Jun 24, 2023 · At the end of Season 1, Ava and Nathan Bartlett become accessories to murder when Matt (Tom Bateman) dumps Ruby's body at their front door, forcing them to dispose of the corpse and dragging them...
Jun 12, 2023 · What happened in the 'Based on a True Story' season 1 finale, starring Kaley Cuoco? Well, the Peacock show held no punches. Here's the show ending, explained.
Based on a True Story is an American comedy thriller television series created by Craig Rosenberg, starring Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina. The series premiered on Peacock on June 8, 2023. In October 2023, the series was renewed for a second season.
