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entertainment2 years ago

"Based on a True Story": A Darkly Comic Podcast-Turned-Series Review

Peacock's new darkly comedic thriller "Based on a True Story" follows a realtor and true crime junkie, Ava, and her husband, Nathan, a former tennis star, as they try to capitalize on a serial killer's murders by creating a podcast. The show is a mix of dark, hilarious, gory, shocking, and surprisingly touching moments. The cast, including Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina, praise the "brilliant" writing and the opportunity to improvise, which helped build chemistry and believable relationships between the characters. All episodes start streaming on Peacock on June 8.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
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television2 years ago

Review: 'Based on a True Story' Offers Flimsy but Fun True-Crime Comedy

Peacock's new comedy thriller "Based on a True Story" falls short of its aspirations to be like "Only Murders in the Building" and "The Patient." Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina's likable pairing and the West Los Angeles setting are not enough to save the show from becoming repetitive and running out of original ideas halfway through its eight-episode first season. The show's attempts at shocks become boring, and its few original ideas lose energy.

via Hollywood Reporter|
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entertainment2 years ago

Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina's Hilarious Behind-the-Scenes Moments Filming 'Based on a True Story'

Chris Messina, star of "Based on a True Story," recalls discovering a hand on the beach with a friend when he was a kid, which they reported to the police. The Peacock series, directed by Rob Reiner, follows Messina and Kaley Cuoco's characters as they get wrapped up in a murder investigation. The cast also includes Tom Bateman, Priscilla Quintana, and Claire Holt.

via Variety|
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entertainment2 years ago

Kaley Cuoco's Hilarious Antics on Set and Surprising Father's Day Plans

Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina had trouble stopping their laughter while filming Peacock's dark comedy thriller, Based on a True Story. The show follows a married couple who start a true crime podcast to make ends meet and soon find themselves entangled in the very murderous events they're profiting from. The series is produced by Jason Bateman's Aggregate Films. The show premieres on Peacock on June 8.

via Hollywood Reporter|
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tv2 years ago

Kaley Cuoco's Hilarious Behind-the-Scenes Moments Filming 'Based on a True Story'

"Based on a True Story," a new comedy series inspired by real events and starring Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina, is now streaming exclusively on Peacock. The show follows a true crime fan who starts a podcast about a serial killer in her California neighborhood, only to be framed for the crimes herself. Cuoco, who was pregnant during filming, spoke about how her character was updated to include the pregnancy. A Peacock Premium membership is currently available for $20 until June 12, granting access to the show and other NBC sitcoms, live sports, and more.

via Entertainment Tonight|
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entertainment2 years ago

Kaley Cuoco and Tom Pelphrey discuss parenthood and their daughter's future in acting.

Kaley Cuoco believes her newborn daughter, Matilda, will become an actor in the future, saying it's in her genes. Cuoco filmed her new TV show, "Based on a True Story," while pregnant with Matilda and gave birth just three weeks after finishing filming. The show's creator embraced the idea of Cuoco's character being pregnant, saying it would add new story elements and challenges. Cuoco shares Matilda with her boyfriend, Tom Pelphrey, whom she met in 2022 and instantly knew she wanted to have a child with.

via TODAY|
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entertainment2 years ago

Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina star in crime-obsessed Peacock series 'Based on a True Story' trailer.

Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina star in Peacock's upcoming series "Based on a True Story," which follows a couple who start a true crime podcast to solve a murder they witnessed in their neighborhood. As they get closer to the killer, things start to get messy. The series, executive produced by Craig Rosenberg, will stream all eight episodes on Peacock starting June 8.

via Deadline|
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