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Based on a True Story S1E8 — The Universe
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Based on a True Story•Season 1•Episode 8

The Universe

7.1/10 · 626 votesJun 8, 202324 min

Ranked #8 of 8 in Season 1•−0.3 vs season avg

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With the cards finally on the table, Ava and Nathan race against time to prevent a tragedy.

Directed byAlexander Buono
Written byCraig Rosenberg
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Kaley Cuoco

Kaley Cuoco

Ava Bartlett

Chris Messina

Chris Messina

Nathan Bartlett

Tom Bateman

Tom Bateman

Matt Pierce

Priscilla Quintana

Priscilla Quintana

Ruby Gale

Liana Liberato

Liana Liberato

Tory Thompson

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Craig Rosenberg

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Alexander Buono

Alexander Buono

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Mark Schwartzbard

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Episode Summary

"The Universe" is episode 8 of Based on a True Story season 1. It scored 7.1/10 from 626 votes, ranking #8 of 8 episodes this season (season average 7.4). Directed by Alexander Buono and written by Craig Rosenberg, it aired on June 8, 2023.

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