Dopesick
“The true story of how America got hooked on a lie.”
Series Overview
The story of how one company triggered the worst drug epidemic in American history. Look into the epicenter of America's struggle with opioid addiction, from a distressed Virginia mining community, to the hallways of the DEA, and to the opulence of "one percenter" Big Pharma Manhattan.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
2021 – 2021
Premiered: Wed, Oct 13, 2021
Danny StrongLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “The People vs. Purdue Pharma”
Rick and Randy’s criminal investigation now threatens Richard Sackler’s empire, activists take action against Purdue, and Finnix tries to heal his beloved community that’s been ravaged by addiction.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Trailer - BBCOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-04-27
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Danny Strong
Beth Macy
Lorne Balfe
Checco Varese
Barry Levinson, Danny Strong, John Goldwyn, Warren Littlefield, Karen Rosenfelt
Department Leadership Roster
Neil Spisak
Production Design
Michele Michel
Costume Design
Lorne Balfe
Original Music Composer
Richie Kern
Producer
Checco Varese
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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What is Dopesick about?
The story of how one company triggered the worst drug epidemic in American history. Look into the epicenter of America's struggle with opioid addiction, from a distressed Virginia mining community, to the hallways of the DEA, and to the opulence of "one percenter" Big Pharma Manhattan.
How many seasons does Dopesick have?
Dopesick comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Dopesick?
Key cast members in Dopesick include Michael Keaton, Peter Sarsgaard, Michael Stuhlbarg, Will Poulter, John Hoogenakker.
Who created or directed Dopesick?
Dopesick was developed and directed by Danny Strong.