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Top 10 Movies That Lied About Being Based on a True Story
This is why we have trust issues. From The Wicker Man, to The Blair Witch Project, to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, these movies straight up pretended to be based on actual events. WatchMojo ranks the top movies that lied about being based on a true story.

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10 True Story Movies That Were NOTHING LIKE The True Story
Hollywood loves to say "based on a true story," but sometimes that's quite a stretch! Join us as we explore films that took major liberties with the facts they claimed to portray. From mathematical geniuses to rock legends, these movies rewrote history for the sake of entertainment. Which film's creative license surprised you most?

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Top 10 True Story Movies That Actually Showed The Craziest Part
These films held nothing back. For this list, we’ll be looking at various movies that showed the craziest and most unbelievable part of the true story it is based on.

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Top 10 Teen Movies Based on True Stories
We may be surprised to learn that these teen movies were based on real events. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most memorable films inspired - whether loosely or not -by true stories about real life adolescents.

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Top 10 Movies Based on a True Story That Got It Wrong
Hollywood made something up? What else is new? For this list, we’ll be looking at various movies purportedly based on true stories that skewed and warped the facts.

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Top 10 Movies Surprisingly Based On A True Story
These movies were inspired by actual events that weren’t as widely known or advertised. For this list, we’ll be looking at any film that people didn’t realize was based on reality.

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Top 10 Romance Movies Based on True Stories
The fact that these romance movies are based on true stories only makes them better.

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Top 10 Paranormal Movies Inspired By True Stories
If these creepy movies are just 10% true, we're moving to Mars. For this list, we’ll be looking at various supernatural movies that are based on actual reported hauntings.

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Top 10 Movies Based on a True Story That Left Out the Craziest Part
You'll be shocked when you learn what these movies left out. For this list, we’ll be looking at biopics and films inspired by real-life events that omitted fascinating details we would’ve liked to have seen on the screen.

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Top 10 True Story Movies Based on Very Recent Events
Not all historical dramas are set in the Middle Ages! For this list, we’ll be looking at movies that have dramatized real-life events that happened in the 21st century.

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Top 10 Historically Inaccurate Movies
Based on a true story. Whenever you see that tagline, take it with a grain of salt. Join http://www.WatchMojo.com as we count down our picks for the Top 10 Historically Inaccurate Movies.

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Top 10 True Story Movies That Get a Major Fact WRONG
Hollywood loves true stories, but sometimes they play fast and loose with the facts. We're diving into movies that took major liberties with historical events, revealing the surprising truths behind some of cinema's most famous "true" stories.

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Top 10 Movies Based on Real Unsolved Mysteries
The unsolved mysteries in these films will keep you up at night. For this list, we’ll be looking at various movies that are based on an unsolved true crime case or supernatural mystery.

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Top 20 Inspiring Movies Based on a True Story
Prepare to be moved and motivated! Join us as we explore the most inspiring films based on real-life events. From tales of resilience to stories of triumph against all odds, these movies showcase the incredible power of the human spirit. Get ready for a journey through history's most uplifting moments brought to life on the silver screen.

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Top 10 Movies Based on True Stories That Left Out The Craziest Part
You'll be shocked when you learn what these movies left out. For this list, we’ll be looking at biopics and films inspired by real-life events that omitted fascinating details we would’ve liked to have seen on the screen.

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