The Bitter Pill
Synopsis
With his hometown ravaged by the opioid epidemic, plaintiff attorney Paul Farrell Jr. sets out to take on giant pharmaceutical companies to recover enough money to make a lasting impact for the area.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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THE BITTER PILL | Official Trailer | POV on PBSOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-09-15
Release History & Theatrical Window
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Clay Tweel
- Original Score
- John Zarcone, Dan Romer
- Original Title
- The Bitter Pill
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Impact Partners, Fifth Season, Parkside Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Clay Tweel
John Zarcone, Dan Romer
Ben Joyner
Giacomo Ambrosini, J. Clay Tweel
Tim Grant, Mary Rohlich, Shannon E. Riggs, Debbie McLeod, Jenny Raskin
Department Leadership Roster
Tim Grant
Producer
Mary Rohlich
Producer
Shannon E. Riggs
Producer
J. Clay Tweel
Director
Ben Joyner
Director of Photography
Giacomo Ambrosini
Editor
J. Clay Tweel
Editor
John Zarcone
Original Music Composer
Dan Romer
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Bitter Pill.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bitter Pill
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Bitter Pill about?
With his hometown ravaged by the opioid epidemic, plaintiff attorney Paul Farrell Jr. sets out to take on giant pharmaceutical companies to recover enough money to make a lasting impact for the area.
Who directed The Bitter Pill?
The Bitter Pill was directed by J. Clay Tweel.
Who stars in The Bitter Pill?
The principal cast of The Bitter Pill includes Not specified.
When was The Bitter Pill released and how long is it?
The Bitter Pill was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Bitter Pill?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Bitter Pill was composed by John Zarcone, Dan Romer.