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The Best Episodes of Based on a True Story

Every episode of Based on a True Story ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Based on a True Story!

Best episode
S2E7 Shotgun Wedding
8.0272 votes
Worst episode
S2E1 Liquid Gold
6.9336 votes
Top season
Season 2
7.5avg
Binge time
7h 50m
16 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 7 - Shotgun Wedding
    8.0/10(272 votes)

    S2:E7

    Matt's past comes back to haunt Ava and Nathan; Ava realizes her obsession has become an addiction.

    Director:Alexander Buono
    Writers:Max Searle, Debbie Ezer

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  2. Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 6 - Based on a Drew Story
    7.9/10(268 votes)

    S2:E6

    Ava and Nathan look for Drew; Matt and Tory plan their wedding, but he gives into his dark desires.

    Director:Jenée LaMarque
    Writer:Amelia Swedeen

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  3. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 4 - The Survivor
    7.8/10(660 votes)

    S1:E4

    Ava, Nathan and Matt attend a true crime convention; a surprise panelist threatens the podcast.

    Director:Jennifer Arnold
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  4. Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 8 - This Week's Guest
    7.7/10(296 votes)

    S2:E8

    Ava and Nathan are on a game show with deadly stakes; Tory and Matt are on the run from the police.

    Director:Alexander Buono
    Writers:Jaclyn Moore, Sono Patel

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  5. Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 5 - Double Fault
    7.6/10(267 votes)

    S2:E5

    Nathan plays a redemption match; Ava and Matt decode a cipher from the new killer haunting LA.

    Director:Jenée LaMarque
    Writer:Spindrift Beck

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  6. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 6 - Love You, Buzzfeed
    7.5/10(640 votes)

    S1:E6

    Ava and Nathan attend a charity auction at Ruby's mansion, where new and old wounds are laid bare.

    Director:Francesca Gregorini
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  7. Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 4 - Y'all Ready for This?
    7.4/10(259 votes)

    S2:E4

    Ava and Nathan go to a sex party to rekindle their spark; Matt is confronted by a fellow addict.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writer:Max Searle

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  8. Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 3 - Relapse
    7.4/10(271 votes)

    S2:E3

    Ava investigates a crime scene and runs into an old friend; Nathan takes a risk seeking redemption.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writer:Sono Patel

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  9. Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 2 - Control F for Murder
    7.4/10(295 votes)

    S2:E2

    Ava tries to make new friends but gets interrogated; Matt helps Nathan stand up for himself.

    Director:Alexander Buono
    Writer:Jaclyn Moore

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  10. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 5 - Ted Bundy Bottle Opener
    7.4/10(642 votes)

    S1:E5

    After a shocking incident at CrimeCon, Ava and Nathan probe Matt for the truth.

    Director:Jennifer Arnold
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  11. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 3 - Who's Next?
    7.4/10(655 votes)

    S1:E3

    Ava and Nathan spar with Matt for creative control; Nathan struggles to keep his story straight.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  12. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 7 - National Geographic
    7.3/10(585 votes)

    S1:E7

    Nathan reckons with a devastating failure; Ava confronts her buyer; Matt takes a new approach.

    Director:Francesca Gregorini
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  13. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 1 - The Great American Art Form
    7.3/10(848 votes)

    S1:E1

    A realtor and a former tennis star struggle to stay afloat as a serial killer puts LA on alert.

    Director:Alexander Buono
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  14. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 2 - BDE
    7.2/10(705 votes)

    S1:E2

    Ava and Nathan try to maintain appearances; detectives question Nathan at work; Matt asks to meet.

    Director:Anu Valia
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  15. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 8 - The Universe
    7.1/10(629 votes)

    S1:E8

    With the cards finally on the table, Ava and Nathan race against time to prevent a tragedy.

    Director:Alexander Buono
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  16. Based on a True Story Season 2 Episode 1 - Liquid Gold
    6.9/10(336 votes)

    S2:E1

    Ava and Nathan struggle with parenthood and try to convince Matt to return home.

    Director:Alexander Buono
    Writer:Annie Weisman

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Best Episodes Summary

"Shotgun Wedding" is the best rated episode of Based on a True Story. It scored 8.0/10 from 272 votes. Directed by Alexander Buono and written by Max Searle, Debbie Ezer, it aired on November 21, 2024. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Based on a Drew Story".

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