Dopesick delves into the origins of the devastating opioid crisis in America, spotlighting the pivotal role played by one pharmaceutical company. The narrative unfolds across various settings—from a struggling mining town in Virginia grappling with addiction to the corridors of the DEA and the luxurious offices of Manhattan's elite pharmaceutical executives. This gripping exploration reveals the complexities and far-reaching consequences of the epidemic, highlighting the personal and societal toll of addiction while shedding light on the failures of regulation and accountability in the pharmaceutical industry.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
Season 1
8 ep
1
First Bottle
2
Breakthrough Pain
3
The 5th Vital Sign
4
Pseudo-Addiction
5
The Whistleblower
6
Hammer the Abusers
7
Black Box Warning
8
The People vs. Purdue Pharma
