[Interview] Based on a True Story’s Michael Costigan on Nathan and Matt Bromance and Why Ava Can’t Quit True Crime

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Based on a True Story is back with its second season. Ava and Nathan are trying to live a normal life with their new baby, but it’s hard to quit true crime, especially when Ava’s sister Tory is dating an ex-serial killer.

Based on a True Story stars Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman, and Liana Liberato.

I talked to executive producer Michael Costigan about what it was like to start with a “bloody clean slate” after Matt was revealed as the killer in season one, Nathan looking up to Matt this season, Ava trying to find her identity, and how Ava and Nathan’s relationship changes with parenthood.

Based on a True Story season 2 premieres on November 21 on Peacock.