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The Worst Episodes of Based on a True Story

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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.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 8 - The Universe
    7.1/10(602 votes)

    #1 - The Universe

    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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  2. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 1 - The Great American Art Form
    7.3/10(805 votes)

    #2 - The Great American Art Form

    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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  3. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 2 - BDE
    7.3/10(669 votes)

    #3 - BDE

    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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  4. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 7 - National Geographic
    7.3/10(559 votes)

    #4 - National Geographic

    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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  5. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 3 - Who's Next?
    7.4/10(623 votes)

    #5 - Who's Next?

    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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  6. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 5 - Ted Bundy Bottle Opener
    7.5/10(616 votes)

    #6 - Ted Bundy Bottle Opener

    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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  7. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 6 - Love You, Buzzfeed
    7.5/10(615 votes)

    #7 - Love You, Buzzfeed

    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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  8. Based on a True Story Season 1 Episode 4 - The Survivor
    7.8/10(632 votes)

    #8 - The Survivor

    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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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Universe" is the worst rated episode of "Based on a True Story". It scored 7.1/10 based on 602 votes. Directed by Alexander Buono and written by Craig Rosenberg, it aired on 6/8/2023. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Great American Art Form".