Popularity comparison

Based on a True Story vs American Crime Story

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJuly 2, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Based on a True Story is the most popular at 0.5, followed by American Crime Story at 0.4. American Crime Story has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 1.0. American Crime Story has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 14.7 during Sep 1 – Sep 30, 2021.

Current Buzz ScoreJuly 1, 2026

Based on a True Story0.553% · #1,126 in TV

American Crime Story0.447% · #1,198 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

Based on a True Story0.847% · #943 in TV

American Crime Story1.053% · #869 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

Based on a True Story10.141% · #824 in TV · Jun 5 – Jul 4, 2023

American Crime Story14.759% · #567 in TV · Sep 1 – Sep 30, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score