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Here is everything you need to know to stream Season 2 of ‘Based on a True Story’

Here is everything you need to know to stream Season 2 of ‘Based on a True Story’

The Westside Ripper is back (or is he?) in the comedy-crime series’ second season.

You can watch season 2 of 'Based on a True Story' with a subscription to Peacock.

Kaley Cuoco has found her stride post “Big Bang Theory,” first with “The Flight Attendant” (Season 1 is awesome), and now with the returning dark comedy series, “Based on a True Story.” This was one of my favorite shows of 2023 (it lands No. 3 on my list of favorite comedy murder mystery TV shows on streaming), and I’m so happy it’s back. You can watch all eight episodes of the second season of “Based on a True Story” when it drops on Thursday, Nov. 21 on Peacock.

How to Watch ‘Based on a True Story Season 2’

Everything you need to know to watch ‘Based on a True Story’:

Watch the trailer for ‘Based on a True Story’ Season 2

About ‘Based on a True Story’ Season 2

In the second season of “Based on a True Story,” Ava and Nathan Bartlett are adjusting to life as new parents. Ava is trying to leave her true crime obsession behind and get back into real estate, while Nathan focuses on coaching tennis. Their world is turned upside down when Ava’s sister, Tory, reveals she’s engaged to Matt Pierce—the Westside Ripper.

This shock to the system forces Ava and Nathan to confront their past with Matt – who claims he’s a “changed” man and no longer killing people. But when new murders start popping up, Ava and Nathan can’t help but wonder if he’s back to his old ways aka killing people. Watch it all with a subscription to Peacock.

How to watch ‘Based on a True Story’ Season 2 from anywhere

If you’ll be away from home and can’t watch the new season as you normally would, you can still catch all of the action no matter where you are in the world with a VPN. A VPN can be used on your phone, tablet, or computer and make you appear to be back home — even when you’re not — making sure you feel at home no matter where you are. A VPN is a safe and secure way to stay protected online while streaming your favorite sports, movies, and shows on the go. Keep in mind that you will still need to be subscribed to Peacock in order to stream “Based on a True Story” with a VPN.

NordVPN is one of the best providers around, at one of the best prices. Currently, you can get two full years of protection for just $3.59 per month — plus you’ll get three extra months FREE. A high-speed VPN with best-in-class security that can be used on up to 10 devices at once — what more could you ask for? Simply sign up, install the software on your device of choice, and start streaming just as you would back home. It couldn’t be easier!

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What else to watch on Peacock after ‘Based on a True Story’?

Peacock is the subscription video streaming service from NBCUniversal, and it’s the only place you can stream “Based on a True Story Season 2.” Plus, you also get original shows, blockbuster movies, and classic television series like “The Office.”

Peacock also streams sporting events that appear on NBC, including NFL, MLB, and college football and basketball games. Prices start at $8 per month for the Premium subscription with ads, or $14 per month for the Premium Plus tier without ads.

Peacock

Peacock is a subscription video streaming service from NBCUniversal that includes original shows, blockbuster movies, and classic television series. Peacock is home to “Yellowstone,” and “The Office,” as well as original hits like “Poker Face” and “Bel-Air.” You can also watch live sports including NFL, MLB, WWE, Olympics, Premier League, NASCAR, French Open, College Football and Basketball, and PGA Tour. Premium Plus subscribers can stream their local NBC feed in all 210 markets.

Peacock includes news, entertainment, sports, late-night, and reality from various NBCU properties including NBC, Bravo, and E!.

Peacock also includes the entire library of Bravo shows and has exclusives like “Below Deck: Down Under.” They also include live and on-demand access to Hallmark channels.

The company has acquired the rights to many classic shows like “Parks and Recreation,” and the entire Dick Wolf library including “Law & Order” and “Chicago Fire.”

The service also features blockbusters and critically-acclaimed films from Universal Pictures, Focus Features, DreamWorks Animation, Illumination and content acquired from Hollywood’s biggest studios.


Thomas writes about sports and entertainment for The Streamable. He studied film at USC's prestigious School of Cinematic Arts and is still waiting for Connor McDavid to win a Stanley Cup.

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