Dopesick

20211 seriesEntertainment / Drama
Available on
BBC Two

Exploring the epicentre of America's struggle with opioid addiction, from the boardrooms of Purdue Pharma, to a distressed Virginia mining community and to the hallways of the DEA.

First Bottle: Episode Image
Episode 1First Bottle

Richard Sackler launches a powerful new painkiller. But is the drug safe to be released? Contains some strong language.

Breakthrough Pain: Episode Image
Episode 2Breakthrough Pain

OxyContin hits the market as Purdue Pharma's vast influence seems to overcome all hurdles. Contains some strong language.

The 5th Vital Sign: Episode Image
Episode 3The 5th Vital Sign

The Fifth Vital Sign. OxyContin is marketed in ever more aggressive ways. Contains strong language.

Pseudo-Addiction: Episode Image
Episode 4Pseudo-Addiction

Prosecutors investigate a claim central to OxyContin’s marketing. Contains some upsetting scenes.

The Whistleblower: Episode Image
Episode 5The Whistleblower

Prosecutors Rick and Randy need a whistleblower within Purdue to tie their case together. Contains upsetting scenes.

Hammer the Abusers: Episode Image
Episode 6Hammer the Abusers

Finnix is forced to reassess his life as Betsy struggles to kick her addiction. Contains upsetting scenes.

Black Box Warning: Episode Image
Episode 7Black Box Warning

The Sacklers and Purdue Pharma work the system to prevent their drug from being reigned in. Contains some upsetting scenes.

The People vs. Purdue Pharma: Episode Image
Episode 8The People vs. Purdue Pharma

The People vs Purdue Pharma. Richard Sackler's empire is finally in trouble as a legal case is brought forth. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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