Based on a True Story season 2: Release date and latest news

The slightly bonkers series follows Ava and Nathan, a married couple who decide to take advantage of learning that there's a serial killer in their neighbourhood by bringing him on board with them on a true crime podcast venture.

The first season ended on a major cliffhanger and it seems as though season 2 also follows suit, with showrunner Annie Weisman revealing that they "left the door open" for the potential for more.

Speaking to ScreenRant about her hopes for a season 3, Weisman said: "We definitely left the door open, but I will also say that I am proud of the fact that, in our eight episodes, we pack a lot in."

Well, we know that Sky has officially announced that it has acquired season 2, meaning Based on a True Story will air on Sky Max and NOW as the first season did.

But when will the show be returning for a second season? Read on for everything you need to know about Based on a True Story season 2.

*Warning - contains spoilers for Based on a True Story season 1*

When will Based on a True Story season 2 be released?

While season 2 premieres on Thursday 21st November in the US on Peacock, UK fans will have to wait just that bit longer for Based on a True Story as it won't be landing on our screens till December 2024.

Although we don't have an exact release date just yet, we do know that it will air on Sky Max and NOW just like the first season.

On the announcement of Sky's acquisition of season 2, Katie Keenan, Sky UK's Group Director of Acquisitions, said: "We are delighted to confirm Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina will be returning to Sky for a second season of dark comedy Based On A True Story. The first series was a huge hit and we can’t wait to see what the next series has in store for the true crime obsessed duo."

Based on a True Story cast: Who will be returning for season 2?

Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina are both returning to the series as Ava and Nathan, while Tom Bateman will be reprising his role as Matt Pierce, AKA the West Side Killer.

Liana Liberato will also be back as Ava's sister Tory, while Aaron Staton will return as Simon. A new character joining the mix is Ava’s new friend Drew, who will be played by Melissa Fumero.

There are some characters we wouldn't expect back – for instance, Priscilla Quintana and Natalia Dyer are both unlikely to return as Ruby and Chloe, after their characters were both killed in season 1. But who knows, they may reappear in the form of flashbacks or hallucinations.

Here's a list of the confirmed cast members for Based on a True Story season 2:

• Kaley Cuoco as Ava Bartlett
• Chris Messina as Nathan Bartlett
• Tom Bateman as Matt Pierce/The West Side Killer
• Liana Liberato as Tory Thompson
• Aaron Staton as Simon Gale
• Melissa Fumero as Drew

What will Based on a True Story season 2 be about?

Season 2 is set to pick up after the events of season 1, meaning there will be a minor time jump but still plenty of chaos in store.

According to the official synopsis: "Season 2 finds new parents Ava and Nathan Bartlett three months into parenthood. Focused on taking care of her family, Ava is determined to resist her true crime obsession and return to work as a real estate agent while Nathan trains private tennis clients.

"But a series of new murders pulls her back in – is Matt behind the slayings? Is Tory, now entangled in a relationship with Matt, in danger? For a while, life is good -- Ava’s TikTok habit and her new friend Drew provide a welcome distraction, and Nathan’s all in on reigniting his tennis career as well as his friendship with Matt -- until danger comes knocking, literally."

Is there a trailer for Based on a True Story season 2?

There is! You can watch it for yourself below.

Based on a True Story season 2 will be coming to Sky Max and NOW in December 2024, with the new season available to stream on Peacock in the US – find out more about how to sign up for Sky TV.

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