Popularity comparison

Madam Secretary vs Based on a True Story

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJuly 2, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Madam Secretary is the most popular at 0.5, followed by Based on a True Story at 0.5. Based on a True Story has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 0.8. Based on a True Story has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 10.1 during Jun 5 – Jul 4, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreJuly 1, 2026

Madam Secretary0.550% · #1,124 in TV

Based on a True Story0.550% · #1,126 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

Madam Secretary0.848% · #997 in TV

Based on a True Story0.852% · #943 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

Madam Secretary4.330% · #1,466 in TV · May 15 – Jun 13, 2020

Based on a True Story10.170% · #824 in TV · Jun 5 – Jul 4, 2023

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score