What are some popular forms of entertainment based on true stories?

Television series can be based on true stories as well. 'Chernobyl' is a great example. It accurately depicts the events of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. It creates a sense of drama and tension while staying true to the facts. Additionally, books are a traditional form. Biographies and non - fiction novels that tell real - life stories can be very entertaining, like 'Into the Wild' which is based on the true adventures of Christopher McCandless.

One common form is biographical plays in the theater. These plays tell the true stories of famous or interesting individuals. For instance, 'Hamilton' is based on the life of Alexander Hamilton. It uses music and acting to bring his story to life. Podcasts are also a growing form of entertainment based on true stories. Many podcasts explore real - life mysteries, historical events, or personal experiences in an engaging way.

Movies are a very popular form. For example, 'The Imitation Game' which is based on the true story of Alan Turing. It not only entertains but also educates the audience about Turing's important contributions during World War II. Another form is documentaries. They directly present real - life events and people. Reality shows can also be considered as they often feature real - life situations and people's reactions to them.