93 Best True-story-based Shows To Watch - A Good Movie To Watch

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They say art imitates life, especially in the case of movies that are based on a true story. Whether you're interested in historical events or iconic biopics, here are the best true story-based movies and shows to stream now.

Toxic Town

7.7

This moving miniseries tells the story of the real-life poisoning of a steel-making town, and their fight for justice

Running Point

7.0

A pleasant enough comedy that gives us a glimpse into what it means to run and play for a top NBA team

Say Nothing

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8.5

A powerful take on the Northern Ireland conflict that smartly shows all sides

A Man on the Inside

7.6

An enjoyable detective series that doubles as a heartwarming ode to the beauty and pain of aging

Escape at Dannemora

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9.3

Based on a true prison escape story, this slow-burn suspense thriller features once-in-a-lifetime performances by a star-studded cast

Baby Reindeer

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8.5

Comedian Richard Gadd gets deeply personal in this deeply troubling, but incredibly honest miniseries

Three Girls

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8.0

A difficult but important watch about the real-life child abuse ring that went overlooked in England

The Last Kingdom

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8.6

Lockerbie: A Search for Truth

7.5

A father seeks justice in this complicated but compelling dramatization of the deadliest terror attack in the UK

Black Warrant

7.5

The grim and intricate adaptation of the controversial real life prison exposé

Veneno

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8.0

A defiant portrait of an outstanding trans icon that reckons with Spain’s trans representation

The Queen of Villains

7.7

An intimate, sweet depiction of the savage world of ‘80s joshi wrestling

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